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Legal Talk Network — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:00:54 +0000

A special announcement about the show.

Updating the Buy American Act?

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:58:00 +0000

A new rule is being proposed by the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council in response to Executive Order 14005 from January. If enacted, this rule would update the Buy American Act with new requirements that must be met by federal contractors and their downstream sub-contractors. Amy Hoang from the law firm of K&L Gates tells us what all of this means to our critical products and supply chains.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

DOJ’s Vaccine Mandate

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:50:49 +0000

The Department of Justice opines that vaccine mandates in the workplace are legal. But with States pushing back, where does that leave things for employers and employees? Natalie Fluker and Bob Simandl from the law firm of von Briesen & Roper join us to answer that question plus more.

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CDC’s Mask Reversal for the Vaccinated

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:45:21 +0000

New CDC guidelines now recommend that people vaccinated for COVID-19 wear masks indoors. Given this reversal in policy and that States are pushing back against mandates, where does that leave the rest of us? Robert Shimberg from the law firm of Hill Ward Henderson joins us to law-splain.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Election Integrity vs. Voting Rights

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:55:39 +0000

Integrity of our elections is very important but so is protecting voting rights. States are rapidly trying to update their election laws to prevent fraud but the Federal Government is concerned voters will be left out. How does this get resolved? Professor Rick Hasen from the University of California, Irvine School of Law returns to walk us through.

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Black Widow vs. Disney

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:54:40 +0000

In a world where streaming changed the way people watch movies, what happens when an outdated contract collides with COVID and causes losses to a headliner actress? Lawyers avenge her! Professor Jon Garon from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law tells us the tale!

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Eminent Corporate Domain

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:37:51 +0000

PennEast Pipeline Company, at the behest of the Federal Government, took land from New Jersey via eminent domain over its objections. Michael Diamond and Steven Boughton from the law firm of Van Ness Feldman explain how this happened and what it means for States’ rights.

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Ohio Forbids Vaccine Mandates

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 18:39:23 +0000

Governor Mike DeWine signs a bill into law that forbids vaccine mandates in Ohio public schools. When does it officially kick in and what does it mean for educators, students, and parents? Susan Keating Anderson and Katie Caprez from the law firm of Roetzel & Andress join us.

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Fishy Regulations

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 15:05:48 +0000

The Feds are casting a wide net of regulations at fisheries and other aquaculture industries. These new laws are aimed at IUU fishing, oceanic plastics, advertising, and area restrictions for commercial fishing. What are the pros? What are the cons? Will seafood get more expensive? Kirstin Gruver and Deepti Bansal Gage from the law firm of Beveridge & Diamond join us.

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New Student Loan Forgiveness?

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 15:36:43 +0000

Is it now easier to discharge student loans in Bankruptcy? A recent class action case, ‘Homaidan vs. Navient’, from the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit opens that door. What does that mean for debt holders around the country? Jason Johnson from the law firm of Roetzel and Andress walks us through it.

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The Champlain Towers Collapse

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 16:53:03 +0000

The collapse of the Champlain Towers was a horrible tragedy killing nearly 100 people in Surfside, Florida. When events like this are caused by mistakes from the HOA and their property managers, where does the blame fall? Will there be criminal charges? Who will bear the financial losses as the lawsuits mount? Michael Kennedy from Berding & Weil joins us.

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Rap on Trial

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 16:15:10 +0000

If you work in the rap industry, are you less likely to get a fair trial? Can your stage presence and social media profile indict you in the court of public opinion? If you’re a performance artist or know one, you might want to tune in. Dr. Charis Kubrin from the University of California, Irvine joins us to answer these questions plus much more.

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Cops and Informants

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 16:14:21 +0000

Developing informants can be a tricky process for law enforcement. Even with the best of intentions, some relationships can turn inappropriate and ruin an investigation. How do the police avoid that from happening and where is the line drawn? Adam Banner from the Oklahoma Legal Group joins us.

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NYC’s Scary Biometric Data Law

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 17:54:32 +0000

It might alarm you that New York City businesses are collecting and sharing your biometric data (e.g. facial recognition, retina scans, etc.). A new law is supposed to curtail that practice but as you will hear, it won’t stop it. Michael Graif from the Mintz Law Firm joins us.

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Learned Helplessness

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:02:50 +0000

After a very challenging year, many Americans are feeling out of sorts and having a hard time getting back on track. Could the obstacle be a condition known as “Learned Helplessness”? The worst part is that a person might have it without even knowing it. Our good friend Patrick Krill returns to show us how to identify the signs and what we can do to help ourselves get out of the rut.

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Poems from the Supreme Court

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 17:37:15 +0000

Harbani Ahuja from ICAAD (The International Center for Advocates Against Discrimination) turns Supreme Court decisions into poems without writing a word. How does she do it? Why does she do it? Tune in to find out!

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GoFundMe’s Border Wall

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 15:39:14 +0000

Governor Abbott wants to complete the border wall with a combination of redirected state funds and private contributions. Normally the Federal Government finances projects like that but when it decides not to, is Texas allowed to step in? Professor Eugene R. Fidell from New York University Law School joins us to answer that question plus much more.

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House Arrest!

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 20:15:35 +0000

The Democratic side of the Texas Legislature escapes to DC while Republicans plot revenge. It seems no one is trying to make friends. What will happen next? Professor Randall Erben from the University of Texas School of Law walks us through this parliamentary predicament.

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Leggo my Crypto!

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 17:36:18 +0000

Kraken, a cryptocurrency exchange, was forced by a court to provide user lists to the IRS. But, without probable cause and a warrant, isn’t that a violation of the 4th Amendment for traders not currently under investigation? Donna F. Hartl and Jake Nicholson from the law firm of Roetzel & Andress join us.

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Trump vs. Social Media

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 18:02:19 +0000

Our 200th Episode! Former President Donald Trump files a class action lawsuit against the world’s biggest social media companies. Does that mean we will lose Twitter, Facebook, or YouTube? Ken White (of Popehat) returns to Ken-Splain.

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Climate Disclosures?!

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 15:39:20 +0000

Nation leaders at the G7 summit in Cornwall, England discussed the possibility of mandating certain “climate disclosures” on the financial reports of their nation’s corporations. Does that mean American Corporations will be subject to foreign regulations on their home exchanges and how much could compliance cost? Jacob Hupart from the Mintz law firm joins us to answer those questions.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Reckless but not Violent

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 16:48:56 +0000

The Supreme Court gave the Armed Career Criminal Act (ACCA) an update with a recent decision but where does that leave state criminal laws? Will our streets become more dangerous? Professor Douglas Berman from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law returns to do a lot of law-splainin’.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Giuliani’s Suspension

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 18:26:04 +0000

Lawyers are expected to go to great lengths to represent their client’s interests. But what is actually required of them and when does zealous advocacy go too far? Stacie Rosenzweig from Halling & Cayo joins us to talk about Rudy Giuliani’s suspension and what we can learn from it.

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Can Unions Demand Access to Your Property?

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 19:08:11 +0000

Cedar Point Nursery vs. Hassid is a Supreme Court case that determines if property owners can be forced to let union bosses into their businesses to negotiate with their employees against them? Ilya Shapiro from the CATO Institute returns to guide us through the analysis.

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Future of Telehealth

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:58:12 +0000

Out-of-state Doctors are remote-treating patients in Arizona. But what are the limitations and will this actually be the future of medicine? Professor Katharine Van Tassel from Case Western Reserve University School of Law walks us through it.

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Declaration of Independence

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 16:14:04 +0000

Wishing you a wonderful holiday weekend with pomp, parade, and Illuminations from one end of this continent to the other… Happy 4th of July!

Amazon’s Trojan Horse is Alive!

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:12:47 +0000

What is “Amazon Sidewalk” and does it come in peace? Professor Bryant Walker Smith from the University of South Carolina School of Law joins us to explain how Jeff Bezos turned our home wifi into his free network using our smart devices. How does it work? What does it do? Tune in to find out!

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Defunding Cash Bail

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 17:46:22 +0000

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon introduces Special Directive 20-06 which curtails the use of cash bail for certain types of crime. So what are those offenses and what happens when offenders are instantly allowed back on the streets? Deputy District Attorney Michele Hanisee from Los Angeles County joins us.

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California vs. Texas

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:38:41 +0000

The Affordable Care Act survived another Supreme Court challenge in ‘California vs. Texas’. But what was actually resolved and what does that mean for future challenges to Obama Care? Aron Solomon from Esquire Digital law-splains.

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Elder Fraud on the Rise

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 17:54:33 +0000

COVID’s isolation plus reliance on new technology left our senior citizens more vulnerable to fraudsters. But how can we stop these criminals? Josh Jones from Bressler Aimery & Ross gives us tips and information.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Is Google a Public Utility?

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 21 Jun 2021 16:29:48 +0000

Ohio’s Attorney General Dave Yost filed a lawsuit to turn Google into a public utility so it can be regulated as a common carrier. This might sound far out but Ohio’s unique law gives them legal grounds to try it. But what does all this mean? Harold Feld from Public Knowledge gives us the skinny.

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The Northwest Angle

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 18:06:19 +0000

What happens when you are surrounded by Canada and water during COVID-19? If you’re an American living in Minnesota’s Northwest Angle, you get cut off from civilization. So how did everyone survive? Brad Dokken from the Grand Forks Herald tells us about this true-life “Tale of Two Lakes”.

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Snapchat’s Speed Filter

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 18:43:22 +0000

Did Snapchat’s Speed Filter cause a fatal high speed accident and if so does Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act protect it from liability? Associate Dean and Professor Eric Goldman from the Santa Clara University School of Law walks us through the lawsuit filed against the social media company by parents who lost their children.

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The Great UnMasking

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 15:59:27 +0000

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new guidelines for taking off our masks and relaxing certain social distance protocols associated with COVID-19. In this episode we discuss what workplaces need to consider before they change their policies with Melissa Legault from Squire Patton Boggs.

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Citizen Sleuths

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:07:13 +0000

Amateur online investigators have helped police break cold cases wide open but what happens when they go too far? Dr. Sarah Lageson from Rutgers University School of Criminal Justice stops by to discuss the ethical and Constitutional concerns as well as the proper way for law enforcement to team up with these arm-chair detectives.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Greater Idaho

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 18:37:34 +0000

Recent secession efforts aim to add land to Idaho by removing it from other states like Oregon, Washington, and California. But who is heading this movement and why? Is it legal? Will it happen? Professor Norman Williams from Willamette University College of Law joins us.

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Naomi Osaka’s Right to Remain Silent

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 17:22:45 +0000

Professional Tennis Star Naomi Osaka recently and surprisingly withdrew from the French Open after she was fined for failing to make her contractually obligated media appearances. If you’ve been following the headlines, you know Naomi had a really good reason for doing this but there’s so much more to the story. Sports lawyer and law professor Darren Heitner returns to the show to tell us all about it.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

South Dakota’s Right to Party!

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 14:29:17 +0000

In this episode, we talk about South Dakota’s famous 4th of July fireworks show, why it was cancelled, and Governor Kristi Noem’s lawsuit against the Biden Administration to get it back. Christopher Vondracek from Forum News Service joins us.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Lawyers, Anthrax, & Money!

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:20:38 +0000

The Arizona Election Audit has provoked high-powered legal battles but what is the Arizona Senate looking for and why is Maricopa County and the Democratic Party of Arizona trying to stop it? Zachary Stieber from the Epoch Times walks us through this colossal rumble.

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Can We Still Confront Our Accusers?

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 28 May 2021 16:01:46 +0000

The 6th Amendment guarantees our Right of Confrontation in criminal trials and affords us an opportunity to question witnesses against us. But in a world where criminal courts are using Zoom for trials, are we protecting the Constitutional Rights of defendants in court? Professor Andrea Roth from the University of California Berkeley School of Law joins us to explain.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Employee or Independent Contractor?

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 26 May 2021 14:45:25 +0000

As America continues to reopen, certain changes at the Department of Labor might impact your workplace and its ability to recover from COVID-19. Tune in to hear the details with expert guests Crystal Wildeman and Louise Griffin from the law firm of Dinsmore & Shohl.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

The Ruff Truth about Certified Service Animals

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 24 May 2021 14:48:44 +0000

How do you balance the needs of a patient versus safely running a mental health facility? In this episode, we discuss whether or not a non-certified service animal should have been granted access to a treatment center. Christopher Knauf from the Disability Rights Legal Center joins us to discuss his work and the law.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Private Donations vs. Government Transparency

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 21 May 2021 14:13:43 +0000

Many Americans privately give to causes and charities but don’t want that fact to be made public. But, do we actually have a right to privately donate? The Supreme Court will soon answer that question in another free speech case called ‘Americans for Prosperity Foundation vs. Bonta’. Professor Roger Colinvaux from Columbus School of Law stops by to explain.

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Little Pistol vs. New York

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 19 May 2021 15:17:33 +0000

Professor Adam Winkler from the UCLA School of Law joins us for a high caliber discussion about New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Corlett and what that case could mean for 2nd Amendment rights.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Florida’s Anti-Riot Bill

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 17 May 2021 14:37:05 +0000

Does Florida’s new anti riot law violate free speech and the right to right peaceably assemble? Kirk Bailey from the ACLU of Florida joins us to compare notes.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Travieso vs. Glock

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 14 May 2021 18:29:05 +0000

A huge 2nd Amendment case that flew under the press radar, Travieso v. Glock addresses liability issues when 3rd parties unlawfully use firearms and injure others. Larry Keane from the National Shooting Sports Foundation joins us.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

The Kidnapping of John Patterson

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 12 May 2021 14:52:49 +0000

In 1974, a United States diplomat was kidnapped by the People’s Liberation Army of Mexico. His wife fought for his release but U.S. policy forbid the government from paying his ransom. Tune in to hear a true life account involving President Nixon, John McCain, Henry Kissinger, the “Hanoi Hilton”, a hijacking, and border crossings. Brendan I. Koerner, author and writer for the Atlantic joins us.

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COVID Fakers!

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 10 May 2021 15:36:50 +0000

As bad as it might sound, some employees are faking COVID symptoms or exposure to receive more time off. Learn how to spot this and what to do about it in this episode with Daniel Kaplan from Foley & Lardner.

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Uh Oh… it’s Civics Time!

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 07 May 2021 14:55:29 +0000

Can you name all the Supreme Court Justices or tell us which Amendments are in the Bill of Rights (no Googling)? American Bar Association President Trish Refo reveals the results of their most recent civics survey. Tune in to see how your knowledge stacks up.

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Vaccine Passports

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 05 May 2021 20:46:35 +0000

In this episode, we talk about the legalities and policy considerations for vaccine passports. Are they a good idea or should we hide in our bunkers? Rachel Morgenstern from Jaspan Schlesinger breaks it all down.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Hey Drones… Get a Warrant!

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 03 May 2021 16:09:45 +0000

Michigan Courts reinforced the 4th Amendment in a recent decision about law enforcement’s use of low flying aerial drones without a warrant. Mark McKinnon from Fox Rothschild stops by to walk us through this pivotal case.

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Don’t LoJack Me Bro!

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 18:27:05 +0000

Indiana put in place a new law that prohibits employers from forcing their employees to get device implants. Is that a thing?! Craig Wiley from Jackson Lewis joins us to explain it all.

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Big Fraud vs. Your Taxes!

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 16:27:40 +0000

Unemployment insurance fraud has been on the rise since the start of the pandemic and it may be showing up on your tax returns! Don’t pay the taxes of a criminal enterprise or let them utilize your personal identification information. Steve Swirsky from Epstein Becker & Green stops by to tell us how to spot this fraud and report it to the proper authorities.

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The State vs. Derek Chauvin (Part 7)

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 15:32:09 +0000

With the verdict in, what comes next? Professor David Schultz returns to explain the guilty counts, duration of sentences, and possible elements for appeal as well as what might await the other officers involved.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

The State vs. Derek Chauvin (Part 6)

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 14:00:44 +0000

As the verdict loomed, Professor Schultz talked with us about tactics deployed by the prosecution and defense. In addition we discussed what influence the death of Daunte Wright might have over jurors as well as why the judge decided to admit certain types of evidence over others. Stay tuned for our predictions on when the jury would return its verdict. {Spoiler… We got it wrong}.

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The State vs. Derek Chauvin (Part 5)

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 18:18:50 +0000

The show must go on! Professor David Schultz joins us for another installment of The State vs. Derek Chauvin. As the verdict loomed, we discussed the cases presented by the prosecution and defense regarding use of force and the medical cause of death. We also talk about the style of the attorneys in the trial. Who was the most affable and who was the most aggressive?

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Free Speech in Schools

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 21:19:22 +0000

David Hudson from the Freedom Forum Institute and a First Amendment expert joins us to talk about a high school student’s mission to protect her right-to-gripe on the weekends.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

The State vs. Derek Chauvin (Part 4)

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 14:00:25 +0000

In this Part 4, our coverage of the Derek Chauvin trial continues with Professor David Schultz as we discuss timelines, use of force, and what it means if Morris Hall (who was with George Floyd) does not testify at trial. Professor Schultz from the University of Minnesota Law School and Hamline University returns!

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The State vs. Derek Chauvin (Part 3)

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:47:38 +0000

In this part three, our coverage of the Derek Chauvin trial continues. Professor David Schultz from the University of Minnesota Law School and Hamline University returns. We talk about the witnesses, their emotional testimony, and distrust of the police as well as the importance of timing and vantage point for interpreting what was going on during George Floyd’s arrest.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Heavy Weight Tax Fight!

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:19:59 +0000

New Hampshire vs. Massachusetts is a monster case about taxes and federalism that could impact employers all over the United States. Who’s going to win and who’s going to lose? Sam Megally from K & L Gates joins us to law-splain.

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Alternative Business Structures

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 18:06:32 +0000

Why should clients care about who owns their lawyer’s law firm? Does it matter? Are the clients still being taken care of? We answer these questions and more about the new Alternative Business Structures for law firms taking root around the country. Andy Halaby from Greenberg Traurig joins us.

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The State vs. Derek Chauvin (Part 2)

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:57:10 +0000

In the second part of this series, we continue our discussion about the Derek Chauvin Trial with Professor David Schultz, talking about the criminal charges and what the prosecution will need to prove to get a conviction. Later on, we discuss jury selection, concerns about security, and a unique Minnesota evidence law that might make the prosecution’s job much more difficult.

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The State vs. Derek Chauvin (Part 1)

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 14:07:39 +0000

It’s the biggest criminal trial in a generation and believe it or not we’re still learning a lot about George Floyd and Derek Chauvin. In this series of episodes, we’re going through it point by point to talk about evidence, witnesses, and legal strategies with Professor David Schultz from the University of Minnesota Law School and Hamline University.

Discussed during this episode:

Updated timeline with new information from police body cams
Impact of televising the trial
The judge and lawyers involved
What family members are allowed to attend
Who is paying for Derek Chauvin’s defense

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Hot Pursuit!

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:39:53 +0000

On this episode we discuss when police officers are allowed to enter your home without a warrant and the Supreme Court case (Lange v. California) that could change how all of that works. Professor David Gray from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law joins us to break it down.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Varsity Blues (behind the scenes)

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 18:00:49 +0000

We all heard about famous actresses making bribes to get their kids into elite colleges but who was the mastermind behind it and how did it all work? Jennifer Levitz, author and national reporter for The Wall Street Journal joins us for a deep dive about ‘Operation Varsity Blues’, the biggest college admissions scandal ever.

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Price Gouging (another look)

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:45:17 +0000

Laurien Gilbert from Cornerstone Research joins us to discuss price gouging and how things have evolved through COVID and the emergencies beyond.

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Alaska’s Fowl Chicken Case

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:21:42 +0000

Dr. Roger Blair and Ms.Tirza Angerhofer from the University of Florida join us to discuss Alaska’s 1 billion dollar lawsuit against the poultry industry as well as others in food production. If you like dinner… you should definitely tune it.

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Recalling Gascon

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:55:47 +0000

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon faces more challenges on criminal law reform but this time from his constituents through recall efforts. Joshua Spivak returns to give us the skinny.

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Recalling Newsom

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:49:39 +0000

Joshua Spivak, Senior Fellow at the Hugh L. Carey Institute, walks us through California’s attempt to recall its 40th Governor, a journey of signatures, extensions, certifications, and possible elections.

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Minimum Wage (Part 2)

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:00:07 +0000

In this part 2, we continue our conversation with Walter Olson from the CATO about the history, legality, and policy considerations of raising the minimum wage. What are the long-term implications? Tune in and find out!

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Minimum Wage (Part 1)

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 18:00:25 +0000

Is increasing the Minimum Wage a good idea? Walter Olson from the CATO Institute joins us to discuss the history, legal mechanics, and policy considerations of raising the minimum wage and its potential long-term impact on the economy.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

The Pennsylvania Election Challenges

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:39:49 +0000

The Supreme Court ducked-out on hearing two Pennsylvania election law cases. One involved the Democrat Party and the other involved the Republicans. Tune in to hear about the Constitutional issues still at play which may rear their ugly head in the next election. Professor Josh Blackman from the South Texas College of Law explains the legal challenges and policy concerns from not addressing underlying election problems in our self-governing republic.

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Texas vs. United States

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 18:35:20 +0000

Is the President allowed to freeze deportations contrary to current immigration laws? That’s what the ‘State of Texas vs. The United States’ case might determine. Professor David Rubenstein of the Washburn University School of Law joins the show to explain it all.

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Suing Harvard! (for racial discrimination in admissions)

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 20:45:08 +0000

Audrey Anderson from Bass Berry & Sims joins the show to talk about whether or not colleges will be able to continue using race as a factor for admissions. Tune in and find out.

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Making Booze (Part 2)

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:12:21 +0000

In this Part 2, we continue our conversation with Marshall Fawley from Lehrman Beverage Law about making booze the legal way. Tune in to keep the lawman at bay.

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Making Booze (Part 1)

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 19:48:27 +0000

In this two-part series, we talk about the legalities of making alcohol at home. Depending on whether it’s beer, wine, or liquor, the law has vastly different things to say about it. Marshall Fawley from Lehrman Beverage Law stops by to pour some knowledge on us.

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Biden’s New OSHA

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 19:04:54 +0000

Under President Biden’s recent executive orders, OSHA is issuing new COVID-19 guidelines and recommendations, including continued masks and social distancing even after everyone is vaccinated. Tune in to hear about the impact on your workplace. Karen Tynan from Ogletree Deakins walks us through it.

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Right to Protest vs. Your Job

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 21:11:05 +0000

If you protest for your rights or a cause you believe in, can you get fired for your involvement even if you didn’t do anything wrong? Dan Eaton from Seltzer, Caplan, McMahon, Vitek and writer for the San Diego Union Tribune walks us through a controversial case.

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DeSantis vs. Big Tech

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 18:29:40 +0000

Florida plans to prevent censorship, political favoritism, and mishandling of personal data on social media platforms… but is it Constitutional? Professor Clay Calvert from the University of Florida explains.

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GameStop: Who’s Left Holding the Bag?

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 20:34:29 +0000

Remember that gigantic dumpster fire with Gamestop? Now that some of the dust has settled and lawsuits filed, who is going to pay for that massive loss of money? Peter Hutcheon from Norris McLaughlin gives us the skinny.

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Hazard Pay during COVID-19

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:04:34 +0000

In California, some essential workers are receiving hazard pay during COVID-19. But who are they, how much do they get, and how is it being paid for? Benjamin Tulis from Jackson Lewis tells us all about it.

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Expunging Detroit

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 20:51:58 +0000

Project Clean Slate’s lead attorney Stephani LaBelle joins us to talk about a new Detroit-based program to expunge criminal records and give ex-cons a second chance. Tune in to hear about the pros, cons, and paths forward.

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Indoor Church Services Return

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 18:40:00 +0000

The Supreme Court rules in favor of indoor services for Houses of Worship, but what does that mean? David Savage from the Los Angeles Times brings us the details.

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Erasing Family (Part 2)

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 17:14:08 +0000

Director of Erasing Family, Ginger Gentile returns to continue our conversation about why millions of Americans become permanently separated from their families following a contentious divorce. Tune in to hear the heartbreaking reasons why children choose one parent over another and why some parents give up even after a divorce has ended.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Erasing Family (Part 1)

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 19:31:50 +0000

Ginger Gentile is the director of Erasing Family, a documentary about divorce, child custody, and being alienated. She joins us in this two part series to talk about the tragedies that tens of millions of Americans face when they become permanently separated from their families.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Red Notices & International Men of Mystery?

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:23:01 +0000

Red Notices, “International-Men-of-Mystery”, and INTERPOL might sound like a movie plot with The Rock, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot (and it is) but in the real world this is a serious legal issue for people which can shut them out of civilization or cause them to be deported. Michelle Estlund of Estlund Law (an INTERPOL Defense firm) is here to explain.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Uber vs. New York

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:00:49 +0000

Kevin Smith from Sheppard Mullin joins us to law-splain a New York case against Uber that defines their workers as employees or independent contractors.

DC Statehood (Part 2)

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 18:28:46 +0000

In the second part of this two-part series, we pick up right where we left off with our discussion about our country’s traditional way for creating new states with Professor Gerard Magliocca from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.

DC Statehood (Part 1)

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 19:49:46 +0000

In this two part series we talk about the Congressional push to convert Washington DC into our 51st state. Professor Gerard Magliocca from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law joins us to discuss the history, policy, and possible legal paths forward for this latest effort.

Patenting Pot

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 19:40:33 +0000

Can you actually patent a marijuana plant? Isn’t that still illegal under federal law? The answer to both of those is yes… but how does that work? Neil Juneja from Gleam Law joins us to explain the growing intersection of cannabis and intellectual property rights.

Impeachment & Twinkies

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 18:41:49 +0000

Professor Frank Bowman from the University of Missouri School of Law gives us a civics lesson about the process of impeachment. Stay tuned to find out what happens when you get impeached for eating Twinkies.

PREP Act’s Liability Protections from COVID-19

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:38:44 +0000

The Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act protects those fighting COVID-19 from liability but not all the time and not for everything. Tune in to learn more about this very important law and its limitations with guest Erik Swanholt from Foley Lardner.

No Fly List

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 18:33:44 +0000

What exactly is the No-Fly List, who runs it, who gets on it, and more importantly how do the innocent get off it? Eduardo Angeles from Clark Hill joins us to explain.

Kraken vs. Kraken

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 16:00:44 +0000

Famed election challenger Sidney Powell is being sued for defamation by Dominion Voting Systems for 1.3 billion dollars but whose Kraken will win this fight? Jenna Greene, legal Columnist from Thomson Reuters, joins us to discuss the Clash of the Titans.

Future Voting & the Census

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 17:48:16 +0000

An update on where things stand for the future of voting, representation in Congress, and allocation of federal funds through the Census count. Hans von Spakovsky from the Heritage Foundation joins us to discuss the Supreme Court’s decision in Trump vs. New York and how it will impact our use of the Census in the years to come.

Tanzin v. Tanvir

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 18:35:53 +0000

Can you sue for damages when the Federal Government violates your religious and civil rights? That’s exactly what three Muslim men did when they were harassed and were put on the no-fly list by law enforcement when they refused to spy on their community. Jennifer Cowan from Debevoise & Plimpton explains this very important case and what it means for religious liberties.

Americans Subsidizing Drugs?

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 16:00:37 +0000

According to government sources, drug companies charge Americans more for prescription medications than other countries. In this episode, we talk about a new rule designed to close that gap and why some are pushing back against it. Leah D’Aurora Richardson from the law firm of K & L Gates explains the new rule and policies surrounding the issue.

Supreme Court’s Latest

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:36:49 +0000

Dean Erwin Chemerinsky from the Berkeley School of Law joins us to give an update on the Supreme Court and its big cases as well as predictions for Court Packing.

Counting the Votes!

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:49:39 +0000

How do we count electoral college votes in a contested Presidential election? Professor Richard Hasen from the University of California, Irvine School of Law gives us a civics lesson.

Suing Gascon!

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 18:03:00 +0000

District Attorney George Gascon has been making national headlines for his Special Directives which have caused his own Deputy District Attorneys to sue him. They believe the new directives put them on a collision course with the law and their sworn duties to the State of California. Tune in to hear all about it with the Daily Journal’s Malcolm Maclachlan.