How can you avoid trespassing while playing Pokemon GO? Is “To Catch a Predator” entrapment? Can you use a spring gun in the fall? Lawyer Mike Meadows and his dude like brother-in-law Tommy Smirl tackle the pressing issues of the day in a legal podcast geared to educate and entertain lawyers and non-lawyers alike.
S5 Ep219: Sex Trafficking v Legal Apathy
Feb 25, 2021
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the open secret in Portsmouth, Ohio of drug addiction and sex trafficking. Women have died and disappeared and an elderly lawyer has been connected to them all since the 1970's. Then why is he still a free man??? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep218: The Big Game v We Can't Name
Feb 08, 2021
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the "Big Game" but we can't say the name. Listen in and we'll tell you why. Additionally, this big game is the generator of many lawsuits and fraudulent activity. Let the buyer beware!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep217: The War on Drugs v Crack
Feb 01, 2021
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the documentary "Crack". It outlines the emergence of both Crack and the Mandatory Sentencing Laws that were driven by the Crack epidemic starting in the 1980's. Were these laws racist and was the CIA ultimately behind the large quantities of Cocain that created this mess?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep216: Pardon Me Too v Trumps Parting Gifts
Jan 25, 2021
Show notes On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the Pardons issued by DJT in the wee hours of the morning in his final hours as President. How does this work and where did this power come from?? Is it used for good or evil ... maybe some of each. Our final analysis may surprise you!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep215: Seditious Insurrection V Impeachment Strikes Back
Jan 18, 2021
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the second Impeachment of DJT. Also, what are the legal definitions and implications of insurrection and sedition and discuss if those things actually occurred!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep214: NASCAR Fraud v Football Grift
Jan 11, 2021
Show notes On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the strange but true stories of some scammers with amazing nerve. One lived out his dream of going fast, while the other made a living riding the pine for various Football Clubs in Brazil. The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep213: Christmas Vacation v Legal Limits
Dec 21, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the legal aspects of Clark Griswolds misadventures throughout "Christmas Vacation". What are some of the real life legal problems that he may encounter?? Come on people just play along!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep212: FELA v Workers Comp
Dec 14, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the different Workers Comp Law that covers Railroad Employees and the history of how it came to be. Since we are on the subject of the railroad, Tommy may throw in a story or two as well, so put your boots on because it's getting deep!!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep211: Employee rights v Mandatory Vaccines
Dec 07, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the Legality of requiring employees to take the Covid Vaccine, once it becomes available. Can an employer require or merely suggest and what if said employee has a bad reaction to it?? Is the employer then legally liable?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S5 Ep210: Documentaries v Slanting the View
Nov 24, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the issue of Documentaries. Why are so many getting sued and how come they can film illegal activity and not be culpable?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
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