From The Beach To The Bar

18 Years as a Prosecutor… Here’s What I’ve Seen

Today on From the Beach to the Bar, we sit down with Deputy District Attorney Pete Tanel for a conversation that goes beyond the courtroom. Pete shares his journey from growing up in Colorado to serving a mission in Chile, working as a journalist during the 2002 Winter Olympics, and eventually finding his way into law. After starting in insurance defense, Pete realized early on it wasn’t the right fit — leading him to pursue a career as a prosecutor, where he’s now spent over 18 years handling some of the most serious cases in Las Vegas. As the team chief of the Special Victims Unit, Pete works on cases involving crimes against children, domestic violence, and sex trafficking — giving him a unique perspective on both the legal system and the realities people don’t often see. We also talk about his transition toward becoming a judge, what that process looks like, and how his experience in criminal law prepares him for a civil courtroom.

From Prosecutor to Judge… The Truth About the System

Today on From the Beach to the Bar, we sit down with someone who’s seen the legal system from both sides — inside the courtroom and behind the bench. Colleen Baharav, former Chief Deputy District Attorney and future judge here in Las Vegas, joins the show to break down what it actually takes to go from prosecuting cases… to making the decisions that impact people’s lives. In this episode, we go beyond surface-level legal talk and dive into the real experience of working inside the system — from high-pressure courtroom moments to the responsibility of making life-changing decisions. We also explore how criminal cases and personal injury cases overlap, what evidence really matters, and the mistakes people make that can cost them everything.

If You Drive in Vegas… You Need to Watch This

Welcome back to From the Beach to the Bar. In this episode, the team at MNL breaks down what’s really happening around Las Vegas right now — from increased traffic enforcement to rising insurance costs and the real-world situations turning into personal injury cases. We’re seeing more traffic stops, harsher penalties, and a bigger push for accident prevention across the city. But is it actually working? We also dive into the growing debate around insurance premiums, underinsured drivers, and how these trends are affecting people after serious accidents. And to keep things interesting, we wrap it all up with a “Would You Rather” segment — putting real injury scenarios to the test and breaking down how these cases actually play out.

We Answered Legal Questions While Eating INSANE Hot Wings 🌶️

Today, the team at MNL takes on the heat in a “Hot Ones” style showdown — where legal trivia meets increasingly spicy wings. Each round covers a different personal injury topic, from slip and fall cases to dog bite liability to serious motor vehicle accidents. The rules are simple: first to hit the table answers the legal question. If they’re right, everyone eats. If they’re wrong… they’re facing the hottest wing alone. As the wings get hotter, the questions get tougher — and the truths about personal injury law get real. In this episode, you’ll learn: What actually counts as premises liability Who is responsible in a dog bite case What to do immediately after a crash How insurance companies really handle motorcycle claims What mistakes can cost you compensation New laws and changes to watch for in 2026 This isn’t just chaos and hot sauce. It’s real legal education delivered in a way you’ll actually remember. If you’ve been injured, don’t let the insurance companies burn you. At MNL, we get you fixed — then we get you paid. Subscribe for more episodes from From The Beach to the Bar. Follow us for behind the scenes, case updates, and more legal content.

Are Christmas Movies Illegal? 🎄⚖️ | Christmas Court & 2025 Year in Review

Welcome to the MNVL Christmas Special 🎄⚖️ In this holiday episode, we put classic Christmas movies on trial — legally. From Home Alone to The Grinch, Elf, The Santa Clause, and more, the MNVL team debates whether your favorite holiday characters are guilty, innocent, or protected by a Christmas exception. We also look back on the year that was — the wins, the chaos, the cases, and the moments that defined 2025 at Matsuda Nadig Van Law. Funny, honest, and just serious enough to ruin Christmas movies forever. 🎁 Merry Christmas from the MNVL team — and thank you to everyone who trusted us this year.