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    Jackson doctor's defense case drawing to a close

    LOS ANGELES (AP) — An addiction specialist is testifying in Los Angeles for the doctor charged in Michael Jackson's death.

    Dr. Robert Waldman is one of two experts who defense attorneys planned to call during the final stage of Dr. Conrad Murray's defense case. He is testifying about the effects of addiction, but has not yet directly addressed the Jackson case.

    Murray has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in connection with Jackson's June 2009 death.

    The doctor's attorney also plans to call a leading expert in the anesthetic propofol, which Jackson was receiving from Murray as a sleep aid. Authorities contend the doctor gave Jackson a fatal dose, but Murray's attorneys claim the singer gave himself the lethal dose when his doctor left the room.

    Closing arguments are expected next week.

     

    68 comments

    • Sandman  •  3 mths ago
      This is just so stupid. Propofol has never been used for insomnia and isn't approved for it. It is also very short acting making it useless for sleep disorders. Murray is a slimeball who was never trained to use it. His use of the drug was both inappropriate and contrary to standard of care. Even those who dislike Michael Jackson wouldn't want this guy to treat them.
    • LGA  •  Papeete, French Polynesia  •  3 mths ago
      This has GOT to stop. These stars can manipulate the doctors into giving them anything they want at any time just because they are stars. Same story with Elvis. They were all lining up to give him drugs. There has to be an example made and these quacks have to be held accountable or it will continue.
    • Lewfah  •  San Antonio, United States  •  3 mths ago
      Really nice touch with the former patients but do you expect for the people to believe he gave himself that fatal dose? I think not and I do not appreciate anyone trying to save his own skin to convince me either.
    • TracyP  •  3 mths ago
      So he wanted drugs. That does not mean a doctor is to supply it. The entire point is that your doctor is supposed to protect you, especially from yourself. I find the "patient was addicted and asked for or pleaded for the drugs" defense insulting. This guy is nothing more than a high-priced drug dealer in a fancy suit. Should not be a doctor.
    • Brock  •  Indianapolis, United States  •  3 mths ago
      Im not letting the doctor off the hook here, but Michael Jackson played a big part in his own death. he used his celebrity to his advantage. i doubt any normal person would have gotten a doctor to prescribe the medications he was getting. michael should have learned from Elvis who did the same thing. celebrities use their fame to get what the want. even if its the worst thing that could happen to them. im sure the money and fame are great. but too many cant handle it.
    • Breathe  •  3 mths ago
      Young heroin addicts beg dealers (who got them hooked) for more heroin too. I guess that makes it the addict's fault. The dealer is innocent when the kid eventually OD'S.
    • Jenny  •  3 mths ago
      I don't care if Michael cracked the vile and drank it all by himself, THE DR SHOULD NOT HAVE HAD IT OUTSIDE THE HOSPITAL!!!!! I hope we get justice for this wrongful death and Michael we miss you dearly!
    • willie  •  3 mths ago
      Jackson payed 62mil to get out of going to prison and there woried about him
    • Jim  •  Augusta, United States  •  3 mths ago
      If this wasnt so high profile...Noone would really care, sad but it's the truth, there would not be this much media coverage, and most likely he would have had to answer to the medical board. At this point no longer really care if he is innocent or guilty, just plain sick of hearing about it.
    • der Bingle  •  3 mths ago
      This is getting really old...played, tired and worn out.
      Conrad Murray needs to just go away, get off the radar screen...America grows weary of this...
    • der Bingle  •  3 mths ago
      GUILTY GUILTY GUILTY
    • Emily  •  3 mths ago
      Michael you are greatly missed ...
    • truth  •  3 mths ago
      He's dead ! too little to late.But you can get the "new" album out now !
    • Dave  •  Gainesville, United States  •  3 mths ago
      Martin, it's all psychological. You yell barracuda, everybody says, "Huh? What?" You yell shark, we've got a panic on our hands on the Fourth of July.
    • Brenda  •  3 mths ago
      It's obvious the supposedly great doctor just wanted Michael's money. He should have never left his bedside nor administered him those meds. It was unethical. he should have taken another recourse. I hope he goes to jail and fry in hell! I loved Michael and he will always be remembered.
    • David  •  3 mths ago
      This guy was supposed to be in charge of Michael's health. Whether he administered the fatal shot himself or left something where Michael could get it, that's still incompetent and irresponsible. How many of you would like this guy watching out for your health?
    • Lillie-Rose MJH  •  Tehran, Iran  •  3 mths ago
      whatever happens, one thing is for sure: Michael will never be forgotten and that damned doctor will never be forgiven by MJ fans and Music lovers...Murray shall go down in history as a man who was greatly hated for what he had done...
    • This Orderly Konduct  •  3 mths ago
      "I'm alive today because of that man," said Andrew Guest , but not Michael Jackson.
    • tiredofthewashingtonbs  •  3 mths ago
      ok the pop star wanted his dope bottom line it killed him the doctor didnt use good judgement give him a few years and lets get this sh!t out of the news the whole world will benefit there a lot more problems in the world then a known dope head
    • Ileader  •  Irvine, United States  •  3 mths ago
      Even if Michael did give himself the drug, it the doctor's responsibility to be watching that any drugs are not within Michael's reach. The drugs should be locked up. Knowing that Michael was hooked and had a severe problem, he is guilty of what he is charged.
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