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From the Desk of My TikTok Law Degree: Cases I Can’t Let Go
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items I’m Erin. I don’t have a law degree, but I do have WiFi, rage, and empathy. These are the cases that made me spiral down research rabbit holes, binge courtroom footage like a new Netflix docuseries, and yell “make it make sense!” at my screen.
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The Case Files
My Favorite Deep Dive Resources
The Case Files
She brought a camera to the murder. This case is every true crime girl’s villain origin story and the trial was literal cinema. Also, black hair dye? Red flag.
Jodi Arias Trial
I’m currently watching The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets on Peacock and this is of the darkest and most mishandled cases ever. Shannan’s story matters, and the way police tried to minimize her disappearance still makes me angry. True crime isn...
Shannan Gilbert & The Gilgo Beach Murders
20 years and we still don’t know what happened. Theories range from ‘she ran away’ to ‘abduction in plain sight.’ Every detail feels off. If I had one case to solve in my fake law career, it would be this one.
Maura Murray Disappearance
This is one of the most frustrating cases I’ve ever followed. Jennifer vanished the morning after getting back from vacation, car found abandoned, security footage of a blurry figure, and then silence. This case haunts me because she should’ve been f...
Jennifer Kesse Disappearance
*CURRENTLY IN VERDICT WATCH* The new gold standard in “something ain’t right.” If you haven’t been watching this trial, I suggest you cancel your plans and dive into the land of Boston accents, bloody taillights, and the messiest coverup energy since...
Karen Read Trial(s)
My Favorite Deep Dive Resources
Cold cases you’ve probably never heard of, each told like it’s the most important story in the world. Great for ADHD brains since each episode is a standalone, and the storytelling is compassionate but gripping.
The Deck (Podcast)
Former LA prosecutor turned legal baddie. She breaks down trials, drama, and court filings in a way that makes you feel smarter and slightly smug. Bonus: her Law Nerd app is perfection if you’re following a trial and want to be alerted of updates (*c...
Emily D. Baker