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Lehto's Law

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Steve Lehto: author, attorney. Over 30 years of practicing Michigan Lemon Law and more than a dozen books written.
To support my audio podcast: www.patreon.com/stevelehto

http://www.lehtoslaw.com

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Episodes

Don't Throw the Bat! Ep. 5.336

June 26, 2019 15:00 - 8 minutes

True story about an umpire I knew - and then a baseball riddle. I will pin a correct answer that explains it well. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Mail Bag! Ep. 5.334

June 25, 2019 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Another assortment of letters and things sent in to my show. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Only in Detroit: Cops Arrest Each Other! Ep. 5.333

June 25, 2019 13:00 - 8 minutes - 7.5 MB

The true story of when undercover cops in Detroit tried to arrest another group of undercover cops. In a big "sting" gone comically awry. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Statute of Limitations on Traffic Tickets? Ep. 5.332

June 24, 2019 16:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Is there a statute of limitations on traffic tickets? Thumbnail is a photo of some of my t-shirt collection. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Emergency Doors Open Later? - Ep. 5.331

June 24, 2019 13:00 - 8 minutes

These emergency doors are designed to not open for 15 seconds. Is that a big deal? http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Wacky Radio Story - Ep. 5.330

June 23, 2019 16:00 - 15 minutes

Gather 'round for a story from my earliest radio days. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

She Refuses to Pay "Old" Ticket - Ep. 5.329

June 23, 2019 13:00 - 7 minutes

A woman from MN is refusing to pay a 30 year old ticket from Iowa. Because she was a runaway at the time? http://www.lehtoslaw.com

You Can Be Arrested for Shoplifting While in the Store - Ep. 5.328

June 22, 2019 16:00 - 16 minutes

Too many believe you cannot be arrested for shoplifting until you leave the store. Or pass the registers. This is usually NOT required. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

$15M Divorce Delay - Lehto's Law Ep. 5.327

June 22, 2019 14:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

If this divorce hadn't dragged on for this long, the husband might have saved $15,000,000.00. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

The Cross Can Stay! Ep. 5.326

June 21, 2019 16:00 - 13 minutes

The Supreme Court has ruled that a war memorial cross on public property can stay where it is. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Bad End for Disgraced Judge - Ep. 5.325

June 21, 2019 13:00 - 10 minutes

A judge I referred to as a "bad judge" was murdered - and then the story gets weird. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/macomb-county/2019/06/20/father-skip-scandirito-cut-up-inheritance/1450260001/ http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Arrested! Punched the Greeter - Ep. 5.324

June 20, 2019 16:00 - 8 minutes

Man arrested in Texas for punching the man at the door who asked to see a receipt for an unbagged item. AMERICA! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

The Gov't Can Steal Your Photos - Ep. 5.323

June 20, 2019 13:00 - 8 minutes

In a crazy case out of Texas, the courts have ruled that the state may take copyrighted photographs and use them without permission - and without paying for them! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Pedestrians Are Allowed on the Road! Ep. 5.322

June 19, 2019 15:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Almost got run over by an idiot who apparently thinks that runners should not be on the road. The law says otherwise. And the same is true of bicyclists. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Sovereign Citizen Problems With The Word 'Or' - Ep. 5.321

June 19, 2019 13:00 - 17 minutes

The Sovereign folks have a hard time distinguishing between the words "or" and "and" when it comes to statutes. And that's a problem. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Convicted for the Same Crime Twice? New SCOTUS Case! Ep. 5.320

June 18, 2019 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

The Supreme Court has ruled it does not violate double jeopardy if the state and the feds prosecute you for essentially the same crime. It's called the "separate sovereigns doctrine." http://www.lehtoslaw.com

When the Thief is "Nice" - Ep. 5.319

June 18, 2019 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

I hate it when they try to tell me how "nice" the defendant is, after he or she has admitted to committing crimes. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Buyer Beware - To The Max! Ep. 5.318

June 17, 2019 15:00 - 10 minutes

A man in Florida bought a piece of property at auction. One foot wide and a hundred feet long! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Texas Judge Accidentally Resigns! Ep. 5.317

June 17, 2019 13:00 - 10 minutes

A Texas Judge accidentally resigned from the bench. And the confusing law in Texas might allow him to remain on as his own replacement. Or not. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Does She Have to Give the Ring Back? Ep. 5.316

June 16, 2019 14:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

The engagement is called off. Who gets the ring? http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Why Do DJs Talk So Much? Ep. 5.315

June 15, 2019 15:00 - 18 minutes

Someone asked me why some DJs talk over the music they play. There's a reason for that. https://www.fingerlakesdailynews.com/listen/ http://www.lehtoslaw.com

No One Promised You Happiness (Legally) Ep. 5.313

June 15, 2019 13:00 - 8 minutes

People often think that "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness" are protected by the Constitution. Wrong document. My previous video. https://youtu.be/lm5g-mZ5qb4 http://www.lehtoslaw.com

When the Service Writer Assumes You'e an Idiot - Ep. 5.312

June 14, 2019 16:00 - 13 minutes

Ever had a service writer at a dealer treat you like you were an idiot? It's frustrating, especially if you are not an idiot. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

The Rudest Diner Ever! Ep. 5.311

June 14, 2019 13:00 - 14 minutes

One of my favorite restaurants ever was run by the rudest owner/chef of all time. And it was worth it! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

The Worst Legal Movie EVER! Ep. 5.310

June 13, 2019 15:00 - 8 minutes

Without question, "Double Jeopardy" is the worst "legal" movie ever made. Here is where I talk about the GOOD movie: https://youtu.be/Wu2-cjjGmT0 http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Me and My Explorers are Fine! Ep. 5.314

June 13, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 5.53 MB

Over a million Explorers recalled by Ford but my two are not involved. Whew! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Canada Has Bad Neighbors Too! Ep. 5.309

June 12, 2019 15:00 - 10 minutes

A fence dispute in Canada has spent 6 years in Canadian courts. https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/fence-finale-appeal-fails-in-bitter-battle-over-bearspaw-reservoir-barrier Video I mentioned: https://youtu.be/9YUMeca-vDk http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Call Me Immediately! (Update) Ep. 5.308

June 12, 2019 13:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

This is an update on my SEO Scam video from over a year ago. https://youtu.be/bA9UYSxb3_U http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Radio Announcement - It's Official!

June 11, 2019 21:00 - 4 minutes

On June 28, from 12 - 5p Eastern time, I will be DJing on WLLW - The Wall (101.7) in Geneva NY. You can listen online as well by visiting this link: https://www.fingerlakesdailynews.com/listen/ Click on The Wall. Shut up and Rock!

The Cars Behind Me - Ep. 5.306

June 11, 2019 17:00 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MB

Here are the details on the 4 cars behind me. Why they are there and why I know so much about them. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Mail Bag! Ep. 5.307

June 11, 2019 13:00 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MB

Letters from around the country! In this edition of Lehto's Law Mail Bag! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Happy Birthday to You! Lehto's Law Ep. 5.305

June 10, 2019 17:00 - 9 minutes - 8.66 MB

Happy Birthday is now in the public domain. What that means and how it happened. Here is the article I reference: https://scholarship.law.gwu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1303&context=faculty_publications http://www.lehtoslaw.com

My Favorite Simpsons Lines - Ep. 5.304

June 10, 2019 14:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

No law here - just my favorite Simpsons moments. I've gotten a lot of requests to talk about this so here we go! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Ice Cream Trucks Seized! Ep. 5.303

June 09, 2019 16:00 - 10 minutes - 9.56 MB

NYC is cracking down on ice cream truck scofflaws. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

My Worst Insurance Experience - Ep. 5.302

June 09, 2019 14:00 - 12 minutes

This is not a story of a client's - it is something that happened to me. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

What is 'Common Law'? Ep. 5.301

June 08, 2019 17:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

Where did common law come from and what does it mean? http://www.lehtoslaw.com

An End to Robocalls - SOMEDAY?! Ep. 5.299

June 08, 2019 14:00 - 10 minutes

More illusory promises about robocalls from the FCC. Wait and see. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

This is a Work of Fiction! Ep. 5.300

June 07, 2019 19:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

Ever wonder why they claim every movie is a work of fiction? There's a reason. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Dumbest Patent Ever! Lehto's Law Ep. 5.297

June 07, 2019 15:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

The US Patent Office has no qualms about granting really dumb patents. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Is Good Help that Hard to Find? Ep. 5.298

June 07, 2019 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

Had a weird experience checking into a hotel. A sign of the times? http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Does a 'Poor Man's Copyright' Work? Ep. 5.296

June 06, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes

People ask if it will protect your copyright to mail a copy of your work to yourself and save it. https://blog.ericgoldman.org/archives/2016/10/how-will-courts-handle-a-poor-mans-copyright.htm

Beware the Frankencar! Ep. 5.295

June 06, 2019 13:00 - 11 minutes

Every now and then we hear about someone who was sold a car that was created from a few wrecked ones. A Frankencar! I've represented buyers of such a monster. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

A Stamped Envelope Won't Keep the Police Out - Ep. 5.294

June 05, 2019 16:00 - 11 minutes

Old wives' tale is that you can keep stuff safe by putting it in a stamped envelope addressed to yourself since opening the mail of others' is a Federal offense. Which is silly. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

How Long Does a 5-Year Warranty Last? Ep. 5.293

June 05, 2019 14:00 - 17 minutes

This is a trick question - but I will explain it on the white board! http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Accident Blamed on ABS - Ep. 5.292

June 04, 2019 16:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

I had a witness once who explained to me how Anti Lock Brakes worked - and how they caused his accident. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Once in a While My Advice Works! Ep. 5.291

June 04, 2019 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Someone followed my advice on handling their own traffic ticket - and it worked. Here' my previous video: https://youtu.be/EDCFmdwR9yM http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Don't Ever Buy a Rebuilt Salvage Vehicle! Ep. 5.290

June 03, 2019 16:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Why you should never buy a rebuilt salvage vehicle. EVER. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

You Don't Know Why It's Called an "E" Brake? Ep. 5.289

June 03, 2019 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

The debate rages on: E-brake vs Hand Brake vs Parking Brake. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Got My New Title! Ep. 5.288

June 02, 2019 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Got the title to my new Explorer in the mail yesterday. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

Cool Stories From the Mail! Ep. 5.284

June 01, 2019 13:00 - 12 minutes

A grab bag of stuff from recent mail to the show. http://www.lehtoslaw.com

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