Lawsuits & Lessons

John Fagerholm

English Business Documentary Education Entrepreneurship Self-Improvement

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Episodes 13

Avg. Duration 44m

Activity Highly Active

Since Sep 2025

Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

92%

Hosting

feeds.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

Join John Fagerholm, a veteran California employment defense lawyer with over 20 years dedicated solely to defending employers and entrepreneurs from the state’s complex labor regulations. With more than a thousand employer-defense cases under his belt, he knows the laws inside out, and he’s not afraid to tell the stories that hit hardest.

Alongside is Steve Cooper, the award-winning host of CooperTalk and The Coop Tank, known for his unscripted, organic conversations with top entertainers and business leaders. With over a decade of podcast experience and a background in stand-up comedy, Steve brings wit, warmth, and a keen ear for storytelling.
Together, John and Steve tackle real employment law challenges, from harassment and retaliation to wage disputes, with sharp insight and unexpected humor. Expect true case stories, expert advice, and a conversational tone that keeps it both professional and entertaining.

Perfect for business owners, legal professionals, or anyone curious about workplace law, Lawsuits & Lessons delivers clarity, protection tips, and a few laughs along the way.

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Recent Episodes

Behind the Mask: Dave Raymond on Mascots, IP Battles & the Power of Fun

Feb 26, 2026 58m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, hosts John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, and Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, welcome legendary performer,…

From Chef to Founder: Tech, Burgers & Building a Life You Love with Dweh Toeque

Feb 12, 2026 38m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, hosts John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, and Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, welcome entrepreneur,…

From Law to Life Design: Jesse Rosenblatt on Risk, Resilience, and Reinvention

Jan 29, 2026 50m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, hosts John Fagerholm and Steve Cooper welcome longtime friend, attorney, and entrepreneur Jesse Rosenblatt for a wide-ranging conversation about…

From Systems to Self-Made: Stefan Fagerholm on Scaling Smart and Betting on Yourself

Jan 15, 2026 48m

In the first Lawsuits and Lessons episode of 2026, host John Fagerholm and co-host Steve Cooper sit down with entrepreneur and marketer Stefan Fagerholm for a candid conversation about…

From the Hood to the Helm: Building Opportunity Through Strategy with Omar Hernandez

Dec 25, 2025 47m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, host John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, and co-host Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, sit down with longtime…

From Poverty to Portfolio Power: The Financial Journey of George Nelson

Dec 11, 2025 47m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, host John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, joins co-host Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, to welcome lifelong…

From Hardship to Hospitality: The Entrepreneurial Rise of Sean Tipton

Nov 27, 2025 38m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, host John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, joins co-host Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, to sit down with…

From New York Nightlife to Nike Basketball: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Alexander Wilson

Nov 13, 2025 41m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, host John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, and co-host Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, welcome longtime…

From Lunch Tickets to Lawsuits: The Entrepreneur’s Journey

Oct 30, 2025 35m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, host John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, and co-host Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, dive deep into what it…

CR Celona on Risk, AI, and the Human Side of Entrepreneurship

Oct 16, 2025 38m

In this episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, host John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, and co-host Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, sit down with serial…

Marvin V. Acuna on Reinvention, Partnerships & Playing Offense in Business

Oct 01, 2025 43m

In Episode 2 of Lawsuits & Lessons, host John Fagerholm (employment defense attorney & entrepreneur) and co-host Steve Cooper welcome multi-hyphenate creator Marvin V. Acuna—film/TV producer,…

From Lawsuits to Law: John Fagerholm’s Entrepreneurial Journey

Sep 18, 2025 42m

In the premiere episode of Lawsuits & Lessons, co-hosts John Fagerholm, employment defense attorney and business advocate, and Steve Cooper, comedian and veteran podcaster, sit down to share…

Introducing Lawsuits & Lessons

Sep 04, 2025 0m

Welcome to Lawsuits & Lessons! In this trailer, you’ll meet your hosts: John Fagerholm, an employment defense attorney and business advocate who knows the ins and outs of workplace law, and Steve…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Lawsuits & Lessons have?

Lawsuits & Lessons has published 13 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Business, Documentary.

Is Lawsuits & Lessons still active?

Lawsuits & Lessons is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 44m.