EP 85 Royal We

The JudgeMental Podcast – EP 85: "Royal We"In this episode, the hosts break down the latest developments in the Bridgeman case — a high-stakes Louisville family court battle involving heirs to a significant fortune — and examine what they see as serious due process failures by Judge Ogden. They also take a hard look at a troubling pattern of judicial misconduct making headlines in Texas.What We Cover:Bridgeman Case Update: A mother lost custody of her children at motion hour — without a hearing — and spent Thanksgiving and Christmas separated from her kids. The Court of Appeals denied the writ of prohibition, ruling she had an "opportunity to be heard." Hugh and Christine push back hard on that finding, arguing motion hour is categorically not a hearing, no witnesses were sworn in, and the video of the proceeding was mysteriously unavailable when the court reviewed the case.Judge Ogden Watch: Classic Ogden. The duo dissects her pattern of ignoring due process, failing to issue findings of fact, and what they believe is blatant incompetence — and why the Court of Appeals' ruling may have just emboldened her further.The Video Record Problem: Hugh and Christine raise serious concerns about courtroom recording videos going missing or being delayed — especially in cases where writs are filed — and call for immediate protocol reform requiring same-day or 24-hour delivery of recordings to circuit clerks.Motion Hours in Kentucky: A deep dive into how Jefferson County's motion hour practice has blurred the line between procedural scheduling and actual hearings, creating fertile ground for constitutional violations.Texas Judicial Misconduct: The viral Harris County judge who berated an IT worker in open court — and then tried to order an attorney to appear before him for privately criticizing his conduct. Plus: the Texas judge who was actually indicted for handcuffing an attorney in the courtroom.Shout Out: The hosts give well-deserved praise to the staff at the Kentucky Court of Appeals for their professionalism, responsiveness, and kindness to litigants and attorneys alike.Links & Community:Download the Judge-y app and join the conversation: judge-y.comFollow us on social: @JudgingthejudgesQuestions featured on the podcast are sourced exclusively from the Judge-y community — join to get yours answered on air!New episode drops Wednesday. Join us Friday for a community Q&A, including listener questions on AI and the legal profession.LEGAL DISCLAIMERThe content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, legal advice. Engaging with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and the hosts, guests, or their firms. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any law firm, company, or organization. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the information presented. Any reliance on the information in this podcast is at your own risk. Laws are constantly changing, and every situation is unique. You should always seek the advice of a qualified attorney for your specific legal concerns.