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.
S4 Ep180: Quiet Titles v Adversely Loud Possession
Feb 10, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the reason for a Quiet Title. What are the reasons and why is it important. But mostly, who would be Adverse to it?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep179: Influencing v Downstream Rights
Feb 03, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss a current case involving an internet influencer and downstream property rights. Where does Trademark and IP begin and sellers rights end ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep178: Impeachment Proceedings v Dog & Pony Show
Jan 27, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the current Impeachment trial in the Senate and how it relates to a real trial ... or doesn't. What are the rules and who makes them, I mean aren't they etched in stone since this is so important?? Hmmm, maybe not ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep177: Inns of Court v Harry Potter
Jan 20, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the English history of Inns of Court. A special guest joins to help demonstrate how these courts may have been part of the inspiration behind Harry Potter. It might even come to light, that Lawyers are actually Wizards !!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep176: Sir Blackstone v Law for the Commoner
Jan 13, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the Dude that brought law to the masses. While he was relatively non-descript in his lifetime, what he accomplished shaped the founding of our nation!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep175: Bonaroo Blues v Employment Laws
Jan 06, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss employment laws. What can you do as a boss and what are your rights as an employee. Is "Right to Work" really a right to work, or are you just being persuaded ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep174: Christmas Laws v Santa Claus
Dec 23, 2019
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the not so Merry Santas that decided to rob banks. Why pick such a jolly fellow to do such a Grinchly thing. Listen up for the Ho Ho Low down on these naughty list Santas. The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep173: CA Brief v Holiday Update
Dec 16, 2019
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the upcoming Holiday schedule. Statistics have shown you guys are too busy to keep up with podcasts, and we are right there with you. So here is our abbreviated schedule and for good measure a new Random Thought. The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep172: Memphis Home v House of Horrors
Dec 09, 2019
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the Tennessee Children's Home Society. This black mark in our history probably helped bring about changes to laws affecting child welfare in this country. How these things could have gone on for the time they did is amazingly horrible !! Find out what is in place so something like this could never happen in plain sight again. The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep171: Bounty Hunters v Bonds & Bails
Dec 04, 2019
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss how you get out of going to jail by posting a Bond or a Bail. What does this involve and what determines the cost. If you don't show for court, how does that work ?? Beware, the Bounty Hunter all Ye who attempt to flee !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.