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In this episode, attorneys Natalie and Katrina examine the 1996 abduction and murder of 9-year-old Amber Hagerman, the case that prompted the creation of the Amber Alert system and reshaped law enforcement response to child abductions nationwide.

We analyze the investigative timeline, evidentiary breakdowns, and jurisdictional delays that limited early rescue efforts, then break down the legal framework governing Amber Alerts today—including statutory criteria, constitutional considerations, and concerns about equal protection, alert fatigue, and public trust.

Nearly three decades later, the case remains unsolved, but its legal legacy endures as one of the most significant reforms in modern child-protection law.

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In 1991, a fire ripped through a small home in Corsicana, Texas, killing three young sisters. Their father, Cameron Todd Willingham, escaped; but within days, investigators accused him of deliberately setting the fire.

In this episode, attorneys Natalie and Katrina revisit the Willingham case and examine why so many believe Texas executed an innocent man.

What We Cover

• The fire and early suspicion
• Outdated arson methods used to claim the blaze was intentional
• Jailhouse informant testimony later revealed as unreliable
• Defense failures in a death penalty trial
• Prosecutorial misconduct allegations
• How junk science continues to drive wrongful convictions

Why It Matters

The Willingham case exposes cracks in the justice system, reminding us that flawed forensics, unreliable witnesses, and weak defense representation can mean the difference between life and death.

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On Christmas Eve 2002, 27-year-old Laci Peterson, eight months pregnant, vanished from her Modesto, California home. What began as a missing persons search spiraled into a national obsession, exposing infidelity, media mania, and one of the most polarizing murder cases in American history.

In this episode, Natalie and Katrina unpack the timeline, investigation, legal missteps, and cultural impact of the case that transformed Scott Peterson from an average husband to the face of presumed guilt across America.

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In this episode of Justice Seekers, Katrina and Natalie journey back to small-town Minnesota in the late 1980s, where trust and freedom defined childhood -- until one tragic night shattered a community’s sense of safety. We'll explore the ripple effects of Jacob's abduction, including the creation of the first national sex offender registry, the evolution of child protection laws, and the ongoing tension between public safety and constitutional rights.

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Mary Rogers’ death inspired Edgar Allan Poe’s The Mystery of Marie Rogêt — but nearly two centuries later, the real mystery remains unsolved.

In 1841, Mary Cecilia Rogers, a young New York cigar shop clerk known as the “Beautiful Cigar Girl,” was found dead in the Hudson River. Her murder became one of America’s first true-crime media sensations — and remains unsolved.

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In this episode of Justice Seekers, hosted by two attorneys, we examine the mysterious case of JonBenét Ramsey, the six-year-old beauty pageant star found dead in her Boulder, Colorado home in 1996. We explore the investigation, media frenzy, and ongoing theories, while reflecting on the lasting impact on her family and the justice system.

Join us for a thoughtful look at a case that continues to captivate the nation.

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Gabby Petito’s story captured the nation, but her parents made sure it led to action. In this episode, we examine Gabby’s tragic death and the powerful advocacy led by her parents, Nichole Schmidt and Joe Petito, in her name.

Through the Gabby Petito Foundation, they’ve worked to raise awareness about domestic violence, expand resources for victims, and push for real legislative reform. Their efforts helped pass Senate Bill 117 in Utah and the Gabby Petito Act in Florida, requiring law enforcement to conduct lethality assessments during domestic violence calls.

They also played a key role in passing Billy’s Law (Help Find the Missing Act), improving how missing persons are entered into national databases—because, as Joe Petito said, “Everyone deserves to be found.”

Gabby’s life mattered. And through her parents’ courage and advocacy, her legacy continues to save lives.

If you or someone you know needs help, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233.

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