February 13, 2020 | Texas Lawyer
Who's the 'Ideal' Juror? Often, It Comes Down to Finding the 'Least Bad' OneRemember the college admissions scandal with the Hollywood elite? The writers of "Bull" used it as fodder for this week's episode, "Quid Pro…
By Kacy Miller
8 minute read
January 27, 2020 | Texas Lawyer
Going to Trial Is Always a Gamble, Even for "Bull"In this week's episode, "Behind the Ivy," 16-year-old Antonio Garcia is worried about "making weight" for his wrestling competition. He's…
By Kacy Miller
7 minute read
January 08, 2020 | Texas Lawyer
'Bull' Case Highlights Importance of Witness PrepTestifying is stressful, regardless of topic. But when it's about something personal, the witness requires even more intensive coaching to stay composed.
By Kacy Miller
7 minute read
December 20, 2019 | Texas Lawyer
Bull's Courtroom Behavior Puts Him on Judge's Naughty List'Tis the season for Christmas miracles and, once again, Bull delivers. But not without a series of scoldings from the court.
By Kacy Miller
7 minute read
December 05, 2019 | Texas Lawyer
A 'Selfie Injury' Case Pits Bull vs. His ClientWhat to do when you and your client don't see eye to eye on trial strategy? Grit your teeth and figure it out. The most recent episode of CBS's…
By Kacy Miller
7 minute read
November 26, 2019 | Texas Lawyer
Was 'Bull' Fratricide a Tragic Accident or Intentional Murder?This week's episode of "Bull" opens on the Crawford brothers, Charlie, 13, and Theo, 17, home alone one afternoon. Charlie persuades his older…
By Kacy Miller
8 minute read
November 07, 2019 | Texas Lawyer
Big Pharma is the Real Bad Guy in "Bull" Murder CaseThis week's episode, "Killer Doctor," is chock full of goodies. We have a woman dying of terminal cancer. Experimental drugs. A grieving brother…
By Kacy Miller
7 minute read
October 30, 2019 | Texas Lawyer
'Bull' Shows the Perils of Confirmation BiasDid CBS hire a new team of writers for "Bull" this season? I hate to jinx anything, but the S4 episodes have actually had quasi-plausible storylines.…
By Kacy Miller
6 minute read
October 16, 2019 | Texas Lawyer
Family Dispute Brings Out the Best in Benny (and the Bull in Dr. Bull)Here's a question: Why hasn't anyone in the World of Bull ever called him out for providing legal advice and representation without a license? I get…
By Kacy Miller
7 minute read
October 10, 2019 | Texas Lawyer
From Prosecutor to Defender: Benny Switches Sides on "Bull"Justice delayed is far from ideal, but it's better than life behind bars. This column is supposed to address the realities and absurdities of jury…
By Kacy Miller
8 minute read