COJ #120 - Pastor Disaster: JP Miller Makes Mockery of Court System + What to Expect in Rape Case Against Him

Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell, and attorney Eric Bland — talk about Mandy and David’s visit to the Hulu set of the Murdaugh TV show in Atlanta right as filming starts. Also on the show Myrtle Beach Pastor John-Paul Miller makes a mockery of the court system. Why isn’t anyone stopping him? Plus, Mandy and Liz talk about what went into their reporting of the Jane Doe No. 1 lawsuit that was filed last week, accusing JP Miller of raping a 15-year-old in 1998 and assaulting her again in 2023 and accusing his father Wayne Miller and their churches of looking the other way. Eric weighs in on his experiences with Jane Doe’s attorney Randy Hood and talks about the legal considerations when filing a civil complaint related to childhood sexual abuse... ☕ Cup's Up! ⚖️ Episode Resources Liz Farrell’s FB Post on Mark Tinsley joining Jane Doe No. 1’s legal team - Feb 25, 2025 “Two of three missing Jasper teens reported found; human trafficker possibly also living in home” - The Island Packet, June 25, 2017 “WATCH: John-Paul Miller appears in court after rape claims” - WSPA, Feb 26, 2025 Mandy Matney’s FB Post on JP Miller’s supporters in Magistrate Court - Feb 26, 2025 Overview of JP Miller’s “Pastor Disaster” on TSP 89 HBO’s “The Righteous Gemstones” “Pastors JP Miller and Wayne Miller Accused Of Sexual Abuse Targeting Minors In New Lawsuit” - LUNASHARK Media, Feb 25, 2025 & Jane Doe’s Lawsuit “'Accountability and responsibility': Lawsuit accuses Fort Mill church of turning blind eye to sex abuse” - WCNC, Sept 16, 2024 “Fort Mill church claimed religious freedom in sex abuse lawsuits. SC judge says no.” - The Herald, Feb 3, 2025 Limitations of Civil Actions - SC Code of Laws “How occurrence vs. claims-made insurance protects your business” - Next Insurance, June, 20, 2020 Statute of Elizabeth - LSD Law Brian & Jen Musgrave interview on CNN with EB & Ronnie Richter An Evening with Eric Bland: A Legal Legacy of Justice Synagogue Speaking Event Stay Tuned, Stay Pesky and Stay in the Sunlight...☀️ Premium Members also get access to episode videos, case files, live trial coverage and exclusive live experiences with our hosts. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE. Check out Luna Shark Merch With a Mission shop at lunasharkmerch.com/ What We're Buying... Hungryroot - hungryroot.com/coj - Let Hungryroot know Cup of Justice sent you! 40% off your first delivery will automatically apply at checkout. Here's a link to some of our favorite things: https://amzn.to/4cJ0eVn Find us on social media: bsky.app/profile/mandy-matney.com   |   bsky.app/profile/elizfarrell.com   |   bsky.app/profile/theericbland.bsky.social Twitter.com/mandymatney | Twitter.com/elizfarrell | Twitter.com/theericbland https://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/ YouTube  | TIKTOK SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBM *** Alert: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email [e-mail] and we'll send fun merch to the first listener that finds something that needs to be adjusted! *** *The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes do not constitute legal advice. Listeners desiring legal advice for any particular legal matter are urged to consult an attorney of their choosing who can provide legal advice based upon a full understanding of the facts and circumstances of their claim. The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes also do not express the views or opinions of Bland Richter, LLP, or its attorneys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices