Trial by TikTok: When Headlines Destroy Your Reputation Before the Facts

In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, we break down what really happens when the court of public opinion moves faster than the justice system—and why “clearing your name” doesn’t actually undo the damage.

From viral headlines to online outrage, reputations are now tried and sentenced on the internet long before facts are established. As trial attorneys, we pull back the curtain on how media narratives, cancel culture, and public perception can permanently alter lives—especially for regular people, not celebrities with PR teams.

This is not gossip.
This is a media literacy and legal reality check.

In this episode, we discuss:
How public opinion can destroy careers, families, and mental health
Why the internet often becomes the real courtroom
The gap between legal truth and viral narratives
Why “winning your case” doesn’t mean winning your life back
How to protect yourself when false narratives spread online

If you’ve ever wondered whether you should defend yourself online—or stay silent—this conversation is essential.