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Parks v. Stanton Update : Judge Rules on Stanton’s Motion For Summary Judgment

April 20, 2015 by tamaratattles 50 Comments

Lady Justice

I had planned to trek all the way to Lawrenceville this morning, but between the threatening weather, the need to go during morning rush hour and my general distaste for venturing into THE WORLD, I opted not to go. As I reported last month here, this was the day for Angela Stanton’s hearing on her motion for summary judgment on Parks original complaint.  I was very hopeful that this whole mess would be over after two and a half years and the judge would find in Stanton’s favor.

My hope was based on the fact that Parks’ motion for summary judgment against Stanton’s countersuit was denied without a hearing and the judge was making some decisions, like requiring Phaedra to sit for another deposition, that were in Angela’s favor.

Angel Stanton's Book is Not Selling

Sadly, today the motion for summary judgment was denied. The case will continue to jury trial. This case is of particular interest to me, not just because of its minor connection to the Real Housewives of Atlanta, but because it is a case of someone attempting to intimidate someone into silence. You may have noticed recently that I don’t cotton to that too well.

The good news is that Angela Stanton will finally get the chance to speak on the record. Her voice will be heard and documented.  She has not backed down and continues to sell her book, Lies of a Real Housewife available on Amazon.

You can read my extensive reporting on this case here.

I’ll update you with more details on this morning’s hearing when they are available.

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  1. I.Just.Can't. says

    April 20, 2015 at 12:36 pm

    TT, thanks for the update. At least you didn’t have to venture out. So, looks like today is a regular banner Monday. All we need now is for LA PD to release Kim’s mugshot! Enjoy your day! I’m off for Dr. Appointment…toodles!

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    • cawoman23 says

      April 20, 2015 at 5:24 pm

      LAPD has said that a mug shot won’t be forthcoming. I don’t really understand. Why is she exempt? After seeing prior celebrity mug shots like the crazy-town one of Nick Nolte, she should be breathing a huge sigh of relief!

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      • Chay Eday says

        April 20, 2015 at 6:33 pm

        Why did the LAPD say there will be no mug shot of Kim? Two words. Kathy Hilton. The rich and famous can make anything go away.

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      • I.Just.Can't. says

        April 20, 2015 at 6:39 pm

        Cawoman, well that sucks & is just not fair. What is up with the special treatment?! I’m still holding out hope that someone at polo lounge pulled out their phone & are shopping the video..& praying for leaks of it! Lol!

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  2. vandy75 says

    April 20, 2015 at 12:49 pm

    Fakedra Parks dirty drawers need to be hung out to dry online. If only Apollo would speak the truth and implicate her.

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    • My Two Cents says

      April 20, 2015 at 1:21 pm

      I’m sure Apollo loves his children enough not to do such a thing to the only free parent they have. The selfish things people think regarding other people’s lives…. geesh.

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      • Lady Cocotte says

        April 20, 2015 at 7:40 pm

        Phaedra isn’t raising her children anyway. I have a feeling they’ll miss Apollo way more than they’d ever miss their mom if she went away.

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      • BH Wannabe says

        April 21, 2015 at 3:27 am

        Wow, someone is pretty damn self-righteous. And yet, has no problem making mean comments on others’ opinions. Crazy how that works.

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      • tamaratattles says

        April 21, 2015 at 3:49 am

        Exactly Lady Cocotte I loved the shading of Phaedra and the cookie scene where it was obvious she had never even TRIED to make cookies. Made them HUGE and too close together and it was a disaster. She is always on the road.

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  3. Cheychey says

    April 20, 2015 at 1:22 pm

    Well that’s probably the thin line that is keeping her married. She was so vested in getting a divorce before. But I guess because she realized that he doesn’t have to testify against her as long as they’re married she will draw that out as long as this case is open. That will give him hope and he won’t talk. Then when it’s all done she will drop the bomb on him. She is very transparent.

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    • Chay Eday says

      April 20, 2015 at 2:30 pm

      It does seem fishy, that she was so vocal going oi think camera and talk shows to bash Apollo, and now silence.
      I think she deep down wants him back. She knew everything he was up to and is acting for her image’s sake.

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      • Chay Eday says

        April 20, 2015 at 2:32 pm

        Sorry for the typos. Need more coffee. Peace. lol

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      • Cheychey says

        April 20, 2015 at 2:51 pm

        Well your right Chay she did imply the divorce is either not happening or on hold. We can only guess if that’s for love or personal gain I suppose. With her track record only she knows the truth.

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      • KatherineNola says

        April 20, 2015 at 5:01 pm

        @chay I agree with you. It seems so strange all divorce chatter from her is quiet now. Probably because if they stay married he can’t be compelled to testify against her if something were to happen (beyond Stanton). I have always felt she knew exactly what was going in with Apollo. How could she not? Maybe she is crazy enough to actually want him back after he serves his time. She is such a freak, but like TT told us, she was banging him in the projects when he first got out. On a fabulous air mattress. LMAO. If I am remembeing correctly.

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    • thedisher says

      April 20, 2015 at 4:53 pm

      Good point…I was wondering if she would stay married to him until the latest possible statute of limitations expired, so I was surprised when she announced she was divorcing.

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      • Lisa m says

        April 20, 2015 at 11:08 pm

        Is it, and please no mocking, but is it at all possible she still loves him? I’ve loved someone that made no rhyme or reason but I loved him in the most unhealthiest of ways. Stranger things have happened….

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        • tamaratattles says

          April 20, 2015 at 11:33 pm

          ​I don’t think Phaedra experiences true emotions. In my opinion. Allegedly.

          On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 11:08 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:

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    • Minky says

      April 20, 2015 at 5:53 pm

      If it’s her image she’s worried about, she can stop acting right away. The image is dead. We can all pretty well figure out that she’s a thug in belle’s clothing. Apollo is a damn fool. Bashing him all over the media was Phaedra’s way of warning Apollo to zip his lips. Who knows what else they’ve been up to. Remember when Apollo came back to the house and she was arguing with him in the garage. He was pissed about something, and Phaedra, cool as a damn cucumber, says: “I’ll be praying for you.” That shit made my stomach turn and my skin crawl at the same time. When is Jesus gonna fix her?

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      • Chay Eday says

        April 20, 2015 at 6:38 pm

        I agree. Remember during that same garage fight, he leaned in to her (with a drill in his hand!) and whispered, “don’t call the police.” That was his way of warning her that he also is holding some cards of info on her involvement. This is a real old fashioned stand off.

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  4. thedisher says

    April 20, 2015 at 1:36 pm

    Thanks for update. Unfortunately, it is pretty typical for state/superior court judges to deny summary judgment motions. It’s safer than taking a case away from a jury to hear — and less likely they will get overruled by an appellate court. I’m kind of glad it’s going to a jury though, so all will be made public very soon.

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  5. Trashbox says

    April 20, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    Wow. Jury trial? That sounds like a good use of public resources.

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    • Lady Cocotte says

      April 20, 2015 at 7:45 pm

      I disagree. Angela Stanton deserves to have her story heard.

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  6. jteaspills says

    April 20, 2015 at 2:02 pm

    So this going to jury is kind of like a blessing in disguise?

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 20, 2015 at 2:20 pm

      Yes, all the things Phaedra was trying to suppress will come out in court and be covered, at least by me. Phaedra may try to settle on the counter and drop the original suit. There is no way Phaedra wants to answer questions in front of a jury. OTOH the jury would probably believe her act. ​

      On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 2:02 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:

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      • thedisher says

        April 20, 2015 at 4:54 pm

        Oh, God, TT….I hope you’re not right on that front and that a jury sees through her b.s., but I’m afraid you might be right. #fixitjesus

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      • KatherineNola says

        April 20, 2015 at 5:09 pm

        TT, thanks for continuing to covert this trainwreck for us. I really hope Phaedra has to sit for a depo and answer the damn questions, probably too much for me to hope for.. Jury trial-love it. It will all come out.

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        • tamaratattles says

          April 20, 2015 at 8:31 pm

          ​She has sat for two depositions.

          On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 5:09 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:

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      • cawoman23 says

        April 20, 2015 at 5:28 pm

        I wonder if one of Phaedra’s attorney’s voir dire questions would be if the prospective jurors if they read Tamara Tattles 🙂

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      • cawoman23 says

        April 20, 2015 at 5:29 pm

        oops bad editing lol

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      • Minky says

        April 20, 2015 at 5:57 pm

        Would a jury trial require her to turn over her financial records as evidence, or is that not the kind of case this is? I’m wondering because the deposition questions she couldn’t recall the answers to seemed to concentrate on financial stuff. Just wondering.

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  7. Cheychey says

    April 20, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    Will the jury trial be held their in Lawrenceville? Doesn’t seem like Angela would get a fair shake that way with Phadrae’s show popularity. How can they get an impartial jury.

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 20, 2015 at 8:29 pm

      ​Most people with any sense don’t watch Real Housewives shows.

      On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 2:30 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:

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      • Lady Cocotte says

        April 20, 2015 at 8:38 pm

        Unfortunately, most people with any sense don’t end up on juries. >

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  8. patterson says

    April 20, 2015 at 2:33 pm

    It probably televised on Headlines News.

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  9. marie a. brooks (@ret2010) says

    April 20, 2015 at 6:38 pm

    REALLY, so much hate on Phaedra. What did she do to bring that on? I am usually optimistic and wishing for the best in any situation. Maybe they will find a way to come to a resolution to this case and not have to wind up in a court with a jury trial. Why would anybody want their business out in the public to be subjected to speculation and comments. IJS Just an observation. Thanks for the interesting TEA. I will remain optimistic and wish for the best for both parties. I cannot find the energy to wish any bad on either party. It is a situation that needs a resolution that benefits both parties. Moving on.

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 20, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      ​It must be blissful to be so ignorant. No seriously.

      On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 6:38 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:

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  10. calipatti says

    April 20, 2015 at 8:12 pm

    I saw on one of Phadrea’s talking heads where she explained her dilemma about Ayden to the prison.
    Phaedra said something about Appolo seeing his son Ayden.
    “His son Ayden” no mention of Dylan being his son also.
    Anyone else catch that?

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    • calipatti says

      April 20, 2015 at 8:13 pm

      OOPS, *taking* Ayden to see …

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  11. nadege says

    April 20, 2015 at 8:25 pm

    I was just thinking about this website for any update on the southern fuard phaedra.

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  12. nadege says

    April 20, 2015 at 8:55 pm

    Tamara do this means the case is not drop and everything about Phaedra will be expose.

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  13. lori says

    April 20, 2015 at 10:13 pm

    I just hope the jury isn’t “star” struck and/or blinded by Phaedra’s bs.

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  14. Jennifer says

    April 20, 2015 at 10:29 pm

    Remember, the legal standard Phaedra HAS TO prove is Actual Malice. Meaning, the ONLY way she can win was to prove that Stanton made up these charges, knew they were false, and published them anyway.

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  15. Belle58 says

    April 20, 2015 at 11:03 pm

    All Phaedra has to do is cool her heels seven years. At that time she doesn’t have to worry about a judge possibly ruling something he says or has proof being ruled as not part of spousal privilege. He can have video of her involvement and it will not matter because the statue of limitations will apply. She sits on the divorce until seven years have passed then gets a divorce and Apollo will still be in jail!

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 20, 2015 at 11:32 pm

      Not exactly. Apollo is only going to serve five years and two months.

      The seven year statute of limitations is from the time of the crime, so if it was to come out that she was somehow involved, she probably only has about five years left to be concerned with. Allegedly. If hypothetically she had some sort of involvement. ​

      On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 11:03 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:

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    • Jennifer says

      April 20, 2015 at 11:43 pm

      She can’t delay the trial that long, SHE’S the plaintiff, and a Judge won’t let her get away with it. AND I doubt anyone is surprised she has not bothered to divorce her felon husband, especially for the spousal privilege reason.

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  16. Jennifer says

    April 20, 2015 at 11:47 pm

    The Judge WILL notice if she is still married to Apollo, who is central to these charges, at the time of trial or not, especially after all the bad mouthing of him she has done in public and on TV and in interviews. There’s no reason not to expedite the divorce proceedings is there Ms. Parks?

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  17. Judy says

    April 21, 2015 at 3:47 pm

    Why does Apollo want to see his kids now, when he was out of jail he spent 0 time with them.

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 21, 2015 at 5:09 pm

      He probably spent more time with them than allegedly Phaedra does. Granted, it’d not a high bar.

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      • Dee says

        November 20, 2015 at 6:12 pm

        Interesting I’m reading Stantons book asap. Thank you!

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  18. Miguel says

    April 21, 2016 at 5:22 pm

    Is this judge on the take? What’s with over indulging/enabling Phaedra?

    Reply

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