Comedian of Law
207 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 59 ratingsDebriefing the Law
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Together Chris and Joel discuss legal happenings with a healthy dose of humor.
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Courtroom Quarterback: Tom Brady, the Chiefs, and NFL Predictions
October 01, 2021 19:33 - 58 minutes - 54 MBThis week on Courtroom Quarterback, Joel and Chris review the last week in football. They analyze Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers and their recent performances. Joel questions the future of his hometown team, the Chiefs. They discuss whether they can get back on track to make the playoffs again. Lastly, Joel and Chris review their predictions from last week and reflect on why they shouldn't gamble. Then, they place their bets for the coming games.
Abortion Lawsuits & NFL Predictions
September 24, 2021 22:10 - 32 minutes - 77.8 MB VideoThis week, Joel joins Chris from out on the open seas. They quickly debrief mask mandates as Joel notices mask-wearing trends in his international travels. They also revisit Texas abortion law as a new lawsuit has been filed. The lawsuit demonstrates how citizens are made to enforce the law, not the state. Joel and Chris review the last week in NFL games. They break down the role of the running back. And lastly, they predict wins in the upcoming games.
Vaccine Mandates, Hitmen, & Sports Rivalries
September 17, 2021 20:59 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBThis week, Joel and Mackenzie jump back into the legal news as the Supreme Court summer break comes to an end. First, Joel and Mackenzie address the legality of vaccine mandates. They question whether a mandate at this point is an effective solution. They also review the California recall vote for Gov. Newsom. Finally, they turn the the Supreme Court cases on the docket this week. First up is a case on illegal gambling based on a law from 1798 that allows any citizen in Kentucky to bring for...
Texas Abortion Law & Courtroom Quarterback
September 10, 2021 15:45 - 1 hour - 95.8 MBComedian of Law is back after a summer break! Joel Oster and Mackenzie Smith kick off the episode with a story involving a spaghetti-covered domestic dispute. They talk about worst day in the courtroom in light of Elon Musk's lawyer vomiting in the jury box. Joel and Mackenzie talk Supreme Court, the new Texas abortion law, and what to expect moving forward. They also give an update on #FreeBritney. This episode also features the first edition of Courtroom Quarterback, a segment in which Jo...
Introducing: Courtroom Quarterback
September 08, 2021 21:37 - 10 minutes - 10 MBIntroducing a new segment to the Comedian of Law podcast: Courtroom Quarterback. As a massive sports fan, Joel Oster is bringing his humorous legal takes to the sports arena. Joel is joined by fellow sports fanatic and legal professional, Christopher Marohn. Joel and Chris will review major athletics news, discuss the GOATs, and debrief where games and the law overlap. You'll find Courtroom Quarterback featured in the latter half of the weekly podcast, starting this Friday. Enjoy this sho...
A Legal Approach to Free Britney and Discrimination Before the Supreme Court
July 30, 2021 20:11 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThis week, Joel and Mackenzie Smith talk about the latest updates on Britney Spears, travel, and recent Supreme Court news. They discuss the legal definition of conservatorship and the permanent nature of the situation. Joel and Mackenzie break down the law on control over medical decisions under conservatorship and Britney's birth control. They also exchange travel horror stories. Lastly, they discuss the Supreme Court's decision to not hear a case on a florist denying a same-sex couple flo...
Daily Update: 1st Amendment & the Fourth of July
July 02, 2021 20:26 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, July 2nd, 2021 In this Fourth of July edition of the Update, we dig into why the 1st Amendment makes America so great. Despite the many mistakes this country has made (most recently, freeing Bill Cosby instead of Brittney Spears), our freedoms are still worth celebrating! Wishing you a great weekend!
Releasing Bill Cosby, Voting Rights, & the Supreme Court
July 02, 2021 16:03 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBIn this episode, Joel is joined by Mackenzie Smith to discuss this week's legal happenings. As the public has been calling to "Free Brittney," the legal system apparently misunderstood and released Bill Cosby instead. Joel and Mackenzie dig into why this happened, the history of the case, and the procedural issues that led to his release. Next, they discuss the Supreme Court cases released this week. They talk about the major voting rights case based in Arizona in the 2020 election. The case...
Daily Update: End of Supreme Court Term & Major Voting Rights Case
July 01, 2021 17:03 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, July 1st, 2021 In today's update, we wish the Justices a happy summer vacation as they finish up their term after today's decisions. We discuss a case on transgender rights to school restrooms that the Court declined to hear. We also talk about the voting rights case about Arizona voting practices regarding harvesting ballots and precinct voting. Lastly, we get into California's losses this Supreme Court season, including today's decision about releasing d...
NCAA v. Alston and College Sports Compensation
June 25, 2021 17:31 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBThis past Monday, the Supreme Court issued its ruling on the NCAA and how it compensates student athletes. Joel is joined by Christopher Marohn to talk about NCAA v. Alston. After sharing their love of sports, Joel and Chris dig into the legal details of the case. The athletes claim that NCAA compensation violates anti-trust law. The NCAA hinges its argument and defense on the idea of “amateurism” and that part of the allure of college sports is that money isn’t the key motivator for players...
Daily Update: Profanity, Misdemeanors, and 1st & 4th Amendments in the Supreme Court
June 24, 2021 15:32 - 5 minutes - 4.98 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, June 24th, 2021 Yesterday, the Supreme Court issued 4 big decisions. In the first case, the justices side with a cheerleader who was suspended from her team for cursing outside of school. Next, the Court deals with property rights versus unions. Then, the Court rules on 4th Amendment rights when a police officer entered a man's garage after he played his music too loud and didn't pull over. Lastly, the Court dealt with separation of powers with the limitat...
Daily Update: NCAA v. Alston
June 23, 2021 17:15 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, June 23rd, 2021 On Monday, the Supreme Court released its decision on NCAA v. Alston. The case dealt with antitrust law and whether the NCAA could neglect to pay their student athletes based on the the premise of "amateurism." In an unanimous decision, the Court upheld the lower court's opinion that barred the NCAA from restricting education-related benefits like computers, instruments, and internships. For more comedic takes on the law, follow us: T...
Obamacare, Fulton v. Philadelphia, & More from the Supreme Court
June 18, 2021 20:15 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBThis week, Joel is joined by Mackenzie Smith to review recent Supreme Court happenings. Will Justice Breyer retire? Are the justices making a statement about court packing with their 9-0 unanimous decisions? Joel and Mackenzie dig into these questions as well as the major cases that the Court decided this past week. First, they get into Terry v. The United States, drug sentencing and the First Step Act, and the difference between crack and powder cocaine. Next, they get into California v. Te...
Daily Update: Obamacare & Fulton v. Philadelphia Supreme Court Decisions
June 18, 2021 14:49 - 6 minutes - 5.9 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, June. 18th, 2021 Yesterday was a big day on the Supreme Court. The Court released its decision on the fate of the Affordable Care Act, dismissing the challenge based on standing. This wasn't Obamacare's first time before the Court, so we review past constitutional questions and what the future of the ACA may look like. The Court also came to a 9-0 agreement in the case of Fulton v. Philadelphia. This case dealt with the Catholic church and whether the city...
Daily Update: Cocaine Law & Trial Errors
June 15, 2021 19:19 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBDebriefing the Law, Daily Update | June 15th, 2021 In today's update, Joel reviews yesterday's Supreme Court decisions: Terry v. United States and Greer v. United States. In Terry v. U.S., the Court discusses a Congressional mistake on how cocaine law has been ruled on previously. Apparently, there were different sentencing for crack cocaine versus powder cocaine. In Greer v. U.S., the Court rules on the timeline a lawyer has to bring up any trial mistakes. Stay tuned for more updates as ...
Lawsuit Against the Queen of England, Deposition Tips, & the Supreme Court
June 11, 2021 19:44 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBIn today's episode, Joel and Amy discuss a lawsuit against the Queen of England for $32 trillion. Let's hope the attorney got his retainer upfront. Then, Joel explores other crazy and frivolous cases. They also go over deposition preparation and what the worst answer a client can give is. Finally, Joel and Amy dive into recent Supreme Court cases and big decisions still to come.
Daily Update: Justice Travels, Violent Felonies, & Big Decisions from the Supreme Court
June 11, 2021 16:10 - 5 minutes - 4.93 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, June 11th, 2021 Two Senators want to know the Supreme Court Justices' travel history, probably because they didn't want to miss bingo night at the casino. The Court decides what qualifies as a "violent felony" in the Armed Criminal Care Act. And finally, Joel gives a preview of some of the biggest Supreme Court decisions still to come. For more comedic takes on the law, follow us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/comedianoflaw Instagram: https://www.instag...
Daily Update: Major Supreme Court Decisions
June 09, 2021 18:23 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBDebriefing the Law, Daily Update, June 9th, 2021 It's officially Supreme Court Sweeps Season! This means June will be full of Supreme Court decisions and updates that we are happy to report so you can stay up to date on breaking news in the legal landscape. In today's update, we talk about SCOTUS decisions around computer abuse at work, the Court denying to weigh in on women in combat, and the future of abortion law. Stay tuned to Comedian of Law this month as we continue to update you o...
Supreme Court Updates, Officer Bribes, and the Word "So" with Mackenzie Smith
June 07, 2021 18:34 - 1 hour - 58 MBMackenzie Smith is back on Comedian of Law! She updates us on her run for public office as district judge. Joel tests her judicial skills on some new wacky cases such as the murder of an iguana!? Joel and Mackenzie also debrief recent Supreme Court cases. They discuss the weighty implications of the word "so," police officers taking bribes, and whether students can be disciplined for their speech and social media usage outside of school. In this episode, Joel and Mackenzie review the follow...
Hilarious Legal Tips with Scott Briscoe
May 21, 2021 18:13 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBOur favorite return guest, Scott Briscoe, is back with more hilarious free legal tips. Scott gives us an inside look into his legal practice in West Virginia and all of the wild stories he encounters there. He documents his cases by dishing out "Free Legal Tips" based on real interactions with his clients. In this episode, Joel and Scott discuss why it's not a good idea to flash your significant other in court, how there is a need for more sex and medical education for clients, and why offer...
1st & 2nd Amendments in the Supreme Court and VHS Felons
May 07, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBThis week, Joel and Amy take up a recent Supreme Court case around a cheerleader who was suspended from her team for dropping F-bombs on her Snapchat. They discuss the legal merits, 1st Amendment rights, and whether the punishment was just. Next, a women was pulled over and found out she was a wanted felon for not returning a VHS tape in the 90s. Makes us wonder how many of us are unsuspecting felons with forgotten library books and unreturned movies. Finally, Joel and Amy preview an upcomin...
Owning a Law Firm & Social Media with Taly Goody
May 04, 2021 18:27 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBThis week, Joel is joined by Taly Goody. She is an attorney, firm owner, and social media mentor. Taly shares her story of opening her own law firm and transitioning from employment to business ownership. She gives sage advice on how to take the leap into doing your own thing. Taly also gives us an inside look into her social media practice and how she uses TikTok to inspire the next generation of lawyers! Listen for Taly's great insight on legal matters, firm ownership, and using social me...
DC Statehood with Bo Shuff of DC Vote
April 28, 2021 19:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode, Joel interviews Bo Shuff, the executive director of DC Vote. Whether or not the District of Colombia should be a state has been a hot topic recently given the House vote over DC statehood last week. The statehood bill passed in the House and awaits Senate examination. Bo shares the history of DC and makes the case for why DC should be a state. Bo and Joel discuss the civil rights components of statehood, taxation without representation, and more on this episode! This episo...
Hollywood Legal Trivia, Court Packing, and Deshaun Watson
April 26, 2021 19:03 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBThis week, Joel is joined again by Amy Frances Lemanski. To kick off the episode, Joel tests Amy on her legal movie knowledge by reviewing iconic Hollywood courtroom scenes. Plus, they talk strange idioms and expletives in the courtroom. Then, Joel and Amy review the most recent updates on the Supreme Court and court packing. They give their updated takes on the Deshaun Watson case. And to close, Joel tests some stand-up comedy bits on Amy.
Legal Humor with Paul Brennan
April 13, 2021 19:03 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBThis episode, Joel is talking with Paul Brennan, an Australian lawyer and legal humorist. Joel and Paul discuss life in Australia, Paul’s career, and legal humor. Paul gives us an overview of his 101 Reasons to Kill All the Lawyers, Paul’s legal blog and book that detail humorous legal scenarios and advice. Joel and Paul also discuss the difference between Australia and America, in both law and life. Find Paul and his writing here: Blog: https://www.101reasonstokillallthelawyers.com W...
The Supreme Court this Week: NCAA v. Alston and Google v Oracle
April 09, 2021 19:43 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBThis episode, Joel is joined again by Amy Francis Lemanski to debrief the law this week. It was an eventful week at the Supreme Court. Joel and Amy talk about NCAA v Alston. This case argues whether student athletes should be compensated within the NCAA. They talk about “amateurism,” the education system, and what it means to neglect to pay the players the NCAA is making millions off of. They give updates on Google v. Oracle and whether Java code can be copyright protected. Additionally, A...
Sidney Powell, Who Owns the Moon, and the Supreme Court this Week
March 29, 2021 19:25 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBIn this episode, Joel Oster and Amy Francis Lemanski debrief the past week in the law. First, they talk about Pennsylvania prosecutor who took a side gig of being a DoorDash delivery driver. Next, they discuss Sidney Powell and the recent Dominion defamation case against her. They cover the merits of her statements (or excuses) that no "reasonable person" would believe her statements and that she was just ranting. Additionally, Joel and Amy discuss: - The recent 16 allegations again Houst...
Charles Vega's Legal Career Started at Age 57
March 23, 2021 17:18 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBThis week, Joel is joined by Florida lawyer Charles Vega. After a career in business, Charles began his legal journey at age 57. He tells about his experience in law school and owning his own practice. He gives sage advice on what it takes to meet your goals. He also shares inside tips on his practice within real estate law so you can avoid mishaps when buying a house. Listen for an inspiring story and great insight from Charles. You can find more about Charles here: https://www.charlesv...
Cardi B v. Candace Owens, Supreme Court, and Zoom
March 19, 2021 17:40 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBIn this episode, Amy Francis Lemanski joins Joel to debrief this week's legal news. First, she gives us insight into her matrimonial law practice (i.e. divorce law) and some of her strangest divorce disputes. They also dive into the Twitter battle that ensued between Candace Owens and Cardi B after Fox News critiqued Cardi B's Grammy performance. The Twitter feud ended with Owens threatening to sue Cardi B for defamation. Joel and Amy discuss if there's merit and the purpose of all the spect...
Legal Conspiracy Theory: Lawyers aren't U.S. Citizens
March 09, 2021 20:14 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, Joel talks with Michael Thompson about legal conspiracy theories. They discuss the missing 13th Amendment— no, not the one that ended slavery— the almost-ratified one that stated titles of nobility would revoke American citizenship. As legal conspiracy theorists might suggest, perhaps this is a ploy to rid lawyers of their citizenship for their use of the nobility title “esquire.” Find Michael and Commonplace Fun Facts here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/commonplacefact ...
Voting Rights, Tiger Woods' Car Crash, and Dr. Seuss
March 05, 2021 20:36 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBThis week, Joel is joined by Chris Marohn to debrief recent legal cases. They talk voting rights, including ballot harvesting and how voting laws interact with political parties. They discuss the census, districts, and election fraud. Next, they go over Tiger Woods' recent accident and the investigation into his car's "black box." They discuss whether or not there was probable cause or evidence of impairment that justifies a warrant. Finally, they talk cancel culture and the discontinuation ...
Trademark Law with Kyona McGhee
March 02, 2021 18:35 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode, Joel interviews Kyona McGhee, a trademark lawyer from Detroit. Joel and Kyona talk Jesus Christ’s opinions of lawyers. Kyona shares her legal journey from having her mom arrested during her childhood to graduating valedictorian of her law school and following the demand for trademark law. Kyona gives her expertise on different trademark cases and scenarios from trademarking your own name, the word “the,” and profanity. Listen for excellent trademarking advice and entertainin...
All Things Legal News with Above the Law's Joe Patrice
February 26, 2021 20:15 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBThis week, Joel interviews Joe Patrice, senior editor at Above the Law— a legal news site with irreverent commentary on current events and the legal profession. Joe shares his takes on living in New York City and his legal career path. Joel also quizzes Joe on his movie knowledge, wacky cases, and the validity of the bar exam. They debrief the Dominion lawsuit against the My Pillow CEO, Mike Lindell. Finally, they theorize on Trump’s tax records and what they’ll reveal after the Supreme Cour...
Insurance Law with Brittany Alexander
February 19, 2021 16:52 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBThis week, Joel interviews Brittany Alexander, an insurance lawyer from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. In this episode, Joel and Brittany discuss all things property insurance law. They talk Brittany’s legal career, LSAT tips, and how someone gets into insurance law. They review the impact of Covid policies on business closures. They talk about how to know if you have found good homeowner’s insurance or if you’re getting scammed. Listen for tips and tricks on navigating homeowner’s insurance. ...
Britney Spear's Conservatorship & Impeachment Proceedings
February 15, 2021 22:53 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBIn this week's Debriefing of the Law, Joel and Mackenzie review the impeachment proceedings for Trump that occurred last week. They talk merits, the politics, and bias in the proceedings. They cover how the last week is not representative of a true legal "trial" but rather a political process. Finally, they discuss the role and protection of the First Amendment in this case. Also in this episode, they discuss the conservatorship of Britney Spears. They go over the types of conservators tha...
The Super Bowl and Trump's Impeachment
February 05, 2021 22:13 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBWith the Super Bowl just days away, Joel and Mackenzie talk all things game day from Tom Brady, winning predictions, and the national anthem. They also dive into Trump's pending impeachment and what a post-presidential impeachment could mean. They cover the legal and political fallout of impeachment and predict the likelihood of his conviction. Finally, Joel and Mackenzie give their takes on recent legal news, such as a $250 million art lawsuit against Germany, a lawyer making jail porn, and...
GameStop, the Filibuster, and Supreme Court Reform
February 01, 2021 22:57 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis week, Joel and Mackenzie debrief the upcoming Super Bowl, GameStop, and the filibuster. In this episode, they predict Super Bowl winners and review their playoff predictions. Joel and Mackenzie cover the GameStop stock frenzy from shorting to Reddit and the legal and market implications of what's happening. They also discuss the history and role of the filibuster. And finally, they talk about Supreme Court reform and other changes that could occur under the Biden administration.
High-Stakes Criminal Law with Molly Parmer
January 26, 2021 17:51 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBThis week, Joel interviews Molly Parmer. Molly owns a law firm in Atlanta that handles high-stakes criminal cases, predominately in federal court, with a focus on sex crimes, violent crimes, drug crimes, and weapons violations. Known for her tenacity, Molly fights for the accused and their rights to an excellent defense. Listen for insight into the justice system from an expereinced criminal defense attorney. In this episode, Joel and Molly talk about Molly’s untraditional upbringing and w...
The Inauguration, Free Speech, and Big Tech
January 22, 2021 20:03 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBThis week, Joel and Mackenzie cover the NFL playoffs, the Biden Inauguration, and free speech. In this episode, Joel and Mackenzie discuss how law overlaps with football and other various NFL tactics and stories. They debrief the inauguration, the fallout, and a Biden administration. Additionally, they talk about free speech and what that looks like today from the lens of the law and 1st Amendment. They discuss the role of big tech as "public actors" when it comes to regulating the content ...
Daily Update: Inauguration Day: A Time for Unity
January 20, 2021 18:23 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, Jan. 20th, 2021 Inauguration Day in America is a time when we all come together, as a unified country to welcome a new president. While we often don’t agree, we’ve come up with some policy items that President Biden can add to his docket that are sure to bring us all together.
The Capitol Riots, Impeachment, and $1 Lawsuits
January 15, 2021 18:18 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBA lot has gone down since Joel and Mackenzie last debriefed the law. In this episode, they will cover the Capitol attacks, President Trump's second impeachment, and lawsuits from $1 to $1.3 billion. Joel and Mackenzie discuss the differences between the riot at the Capitol and the riots that occurred last summer. They go over Trump's controversial statements and whether they are protected under the constitution. Therefore, they discuss the merits and circumstances around Trump's impeachmen...
Daily Update: $1 Lawsuits and Lawyer Magic for Capitol Rioter
January 14, 2021 20:44 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, Jan. 14th, 2021 This week, the Supreme Court heard arguments about whether cases can be brought before the court for one dollar. $1 can’t even get you much at the Dollar General anymore, but can it get you justice in court? Also, we review the comments from lawyer Dan Eckhart on defending Adam Johnson, the man smiling with Speaker Pelosi’s lectern in the Capitol attacks.
Daily Update: Is Impeachment Likely?
January 11, 2021 18:10 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MBWe took a break from our Daily Updates over the holidays, but now we are back! Jan. 11th, 2021 After last week’s attack on the Capitol, impeachment talk has been prevalent. However, the logistics and legality of impeaching Trump are questionable. With a Biden presidency less than two weeks away, it seems unlikely that the impeachment proceedings will move through the House and the Senate in time. Especially since the next day that Senate meets is on Jan. 20th— the day of Biden’s inaugurati...
2020 Year in Review
January 08, 2021 20:24 - 1 hour - 77 MBJoel and Mackenzie review the wild year that was 2020. From their personal New Year's resolutions to Covid to the election, they debrief it all. Joel and Mackenzie discuss the merit or lack thereof of the many election lawsuits. They cover the recent phone call between Trump and the Georgia Secretary of State, news headlines, impeachment, social media in politics, and so much more. 2020 had a lot in store for all of us, and the legal world was no exception. Listen for some reflection on the ...
International Law and Living Abroad with Alexandra Sabalier
January 05, 2021 22:29 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBThis week, Comedian of Law interviews Alexandra Sabalier. Alexandra was born and raised in Puerto Rico, is as an attorney at law in the Washington D.C. Bar, and is currently a resident of Berlin, Germany. As a travel-lover and expat herself, Alexandra has learned the ins and outs of tax and immigration and offers her legal expertise to world travelers on these topics. In this episode, Joel and Alexandra discuss Alexandra's career as an international tax and U.S. immigration lawyer. She also...
Finding the Funny in Life with Negin Yazdani
December 18, 2020 19:45 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBComedian of Law is all about finding the intersection between humor and the law, which is why we were thrilled to interview Negin Yazdani. Negin is an in-house lawyer in the video game industry and stand-up comedian on the side. In this episode, Joel and Negin discuss Negin's career path, what it means to negotiate, and the day-to-day of an in-house lawyer. With her experience in comedy, Negin has learned how to find the funny in life, even in the more unpleasant things. Listen as she and J...
Daily Update: Bill Barr, the Electoral College, & Dr. Biden
December 15, 2020 23:02 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, Dec. 15th, 2020 Yesterday, Attorney General Bill Barr turned in his resignation. He couldn’t stick it out one month longer. Not sure we blame him. Also, yesterday, the Electoral College casted their votes for our president and Joe Biden won. Again. Will this be the end of election lawsuits? It’s too soon to tell. However, it isn’t too soon to call Jill Biden by her deserved title of Dr. Biden. Though, I can’t help but wonder if lawyers feel a bit slighted ...
The Texas Lawsuit and Facebook's Antitrust Case
December 11, 2020 19:52 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBWhat a week to debrief! Don’t mess with Texas, or they’ll sue in you in the Supreme Court. Texas files a lawsuit against 4 states at the US Supreme Court. Talk about your last minute Hail Mary pass. Plus, Facebook is apparently a big company. The FTC and several states have sued Facebook for anti-trust violations. In this episode, Joel and Mackenzie dive into the standing and merits of the Texas lawsuit, original jurisdiction, and the implications if the Court takes up this case. Mackenzie...
All Things Sports Law with Darren Heitner
December 08, 2020 18:57 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBDarren Heitner is a sports and contract lawyer, contributor to Above the Law, creator of Sports Agent Blog, and adjunct professor. Darren has worked with a multitude of professional athletes and with his motto of "Just Do Something," he has amassed an impressive career portfolio within the sports law world. In this episode, Joel taps into Darren's wealth of knowledge about sports and the law. They discuss Darren's alma mater University of Florida's sports legacy, how one ends up in sports ...
Daily Update: Hail Mary Political Plays in PA
December 08, 2020 17:15 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBDe-Briefing the Law, Daily Update, Dec. 8th, 2020 We all know the Hail Mary is a desperate play in football when the quarterback throws the ball high into the endzone and just hopes for the best. Well, it seems as though the Trump team is playing their Hail Mary with the attempt to halt the vote certification process of the election results in Pennsylvania. Time is running out on these election lawsuits with the electoral college meeting on December 14th. Also, a woman gave birth while taki...