Welcome to Raw Reflections

This is where the commentary gets sharp, the writing gets bold, and nothing is off-limits. Raw Reflections is more than a blog—it’s an ongoing conversation about law, identity, culture, power, and the personal truths we’re told to keep quiet.

Here, I unpack courtroom drama, critique pop culture, analyze the systems meant to protect us (but often don’t), and write through the chaos of being alive in a world that demands silence from the loudest hearts. From legal education to emotional storytelling, every post is crafted with clarity, depth, and purpose.

If you’re here for truth, for context, for the unfiltered version of what really matters—then you’re in the right place.

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Day 15: Hotel Security Testifies About Cassie Beating Video, Former Exec Subpoenaed, and a Courtroom Disruption Shakes the Room

Day 15 of the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial delivered emotional testimony, a surprise subpoena, and a dramatic courtroom disruption. From a hotel security guard’s revelation that Combs paid $100K for the infamous Cassie video to speculation over a former executive being pulled into the case, this trial shows no signs of slowing down.

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The Lawsuit That Shattered the Silence: Breaking Down Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones’s 2024 Court Filing Against Diddy

Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones didn’t just survive Sean Combs’ empire—he helped build it. In this detailed breakdown of his 73-page lawsuit, we walk through the accusations of sexual abuse, drug trafficking, industry complicity, and the billion-dollar silence that kept it all running. This case isn’t just about Diddy—it’s about a machine, and the man who finally spoke up to stop it.

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Diddy Trial Day 3: Cassie’s Testimony Gets Even Darker

“I wasn’t a girlfriend. I was a possession.”

On Day 3 of the federal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs, Cassie Ventura returned to the stand with testimony that shook the courtroom. From alleged threats against Kid Cudi to disturbing “freak-off” encounters, her words paint a harrowing picture of control, coercion, and unchecked power.

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It’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month—And We Have Work to Do

April isn’t just another month—it’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time to confront the pervasive issue of sexual violence head-on. This year, under the theme “Together We Act, United We Change”, we’re reminded of the power of collective action in preventing sexual abuse, assault, and harassment. In this post, I delve into the significance of SAAM, spotlight the critical TAKE IT DOWN Act, and share personal reflections on why this fight is deeply personal. Join me as we navigate the path from awareness to action, because together, our voices can drive the change we desperately need.

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