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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.

Episodes

S4 Ep170: Veto v Uni-Camel

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the use and misuse of the Veto. Where did the use of the Veto come from and is it a good thing or bad thing ?? Let's try to break it all down !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Nov 25, 20191 hr 3 minSeason 4Ep. 170

S4 Ep169: Daylight Saving v Clock Chaos

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the arrival/departure - arrival/departure - arrival/departure ... of Daylight Saving Time. It has very historic beginnings but continues to be debated since Roman times. Why can't we all agree on the best time to have a day??? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Nov 18, 201951 minSeason 4Ep. 169

S4 Ep168: Revenge Porn v Malice or Entertainment

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the evolving laws concerning Revenge Porn. What is revenge porn and how is it determined ?? Should intent be considered ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Nov 11, 20191 hr 6 minSeason 4Ep. 168

S4 Ep167: Contempt v Down to the Crossroads

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the ins and outs of Contempt. How much power does a Judge have to fine you, jail you or further charge you ? Can this only happen in court ? Where did the whole idea of Contempt come from ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Nov 04, 201957 minSeason 4Ep. 167

S4 Ep166: Tommy's Random Thoughts - Russians

Since there is no episode this week I have been urged to still produce a Tommy's Random Thought. Since I have those all the time, I figured OK. So to tide you over until Monday, here is the latest thought.

Oct 30, 20197 minSeason 4Ep. 166

S4 Ep165: Legal Sports Betting v Basically, Commandeering

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the advent of Legal Sports Betting and how it came about. What was the change to allow it and what are the pitfalls ?? Basically, they will fill you in !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Oct 21, 201956 minSeason 4Ep. 165

S4 Ep164: Mediation v Pie Baking

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss Mediation, Arbitration, Master ... No wait a minute .... scratch that last one !! What are these processes all about and when are they used. While we are at it, let's discuss my main Legal Gal .... Judge Judy !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Oct 14, 20191 hr 7 minSeason 4Ep. 164

S4 Ep163: Vicarious Negligence v Vivacious Tortfeasee

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the theory of being responsible for others even if you don't know it. Whether through agency, superiority or renting a car, you must pay for those that do something negligent and it is somehow your responsibility .... I don't know ... just listen though and maybe you will !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Oct 08, 201954 minSeason 4Ep. 163

S4 Ep162: Eggshell Skulls v Negligent Tortfeasors

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the Eggshell Skull theory. Say What !! I know right ?? Is this a real thing ?? You bet it is and it may affect you if you are ever a Tortfeasor. A what, did you say!!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Sep 30, 201955 minSeason 4Ep. 162

S4 Ep161: Alibis v The Innocent Porn Watcher

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the process in offering an alibi. What works, what doesn't and how it is related to an insanity plea. Oh, and let's look at some crazy ones just for the heck of it !!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Sep 23, 20191 hr 2 minSeason 4Ep. 161

S4 Ep160: What's in a Name v Bloody Benders

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the first known serial killer family. They made at least 20 people disappear and then they themselves vanished into the Kansas night. Except, did they really disappear, or just relocate???? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Sep 16, 20191 hr 6 minSeason 4Ep. 160

S4 Ep159: Pedophile Delayed v Justice Denied

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the very odd case of a guy that helped found a Con, molest young boys and drag out his trial for nearly two decades evading justice. Then, just to make it more implausible, he becomes involved in a running battle between a Judge and the DA prosecuting him while employed for his extreme computer skills. What !!!!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Sep 02, 201952 minSeason 4Ep. 159

S4 Ep158: Auto Safety v Flaming Pintos

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the rise and fall of the popular 70's car, the Ford Pinto. How this wildly economical car was rushed to market eve with known safety flaws because, "Safety doesn't sell" !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Aug 26, 201954 minSeason 4Ep. 158

S4 Ep157: Alcohol Laws v Craft Beer

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss laws covering alcohol and some of the changes in recent years do to the growth of the Craft Beer market. They may even regress into telling old "Beerrun" stories !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Aug 19, 201959 minSeason 4Ep. 157

S4 Ep156: Altruism V Law School

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy have a very special guest ... Rileigh Smirl from Still Buffering fame !! Rileigh is on to discuss her new found ambitions to become a Lawyer instead of her original major when she started college last year. Mike walks her though some helpful hints and they discuss her expectations. Hopefully, she will still want to Change the World when we are done with her !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB....

Aug 12, 201952 minSeason 4Ep. 156

S4 Ep155: Vacations v Changes in Latitudes

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss vacations, milestones and where it all began. Not so much legal stuff as personal stuff. It is after all the opening of Season 4 !! So welcome back and ... The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Aug 06, 201931 minSeason 4Ep. 155

S3 Ep154: Sentencing v Diagrams & Allocutions

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss ... OK, you've been found guilty .... Now what?? Let's get prepared for what comes next on your way to incarceration. Hopefully you can gain some sympathy on the way. Just don't put your foot in your mouth and make it worse !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Jul 29, 201949 minSeason 3Ep. 154

S3 Ep153: The Sixth Amendment v Speedy Rewards

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the Sixth Amendment and all its' parts and what they mean. Also, how they have been tested and attempts to more clearly define them in fairly recent history. (At least fairly recent to some of us !!) The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Jul 22, 201957 minSeason 3Ep. 153

S3 Ep152: Lawyer Advertising v Digital Ethics

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the laws surrounding advertising your Law Business. Believe it or not, there was a time when you didn't have to hear about personal injuries and Mesothelioma and all these other big cash settlement things. Lawyers just could say, "Here is my name and number, Call me if you need me". Boy have times changed ! I mean, even Captain Kirk is singing their praises !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB...

Jul 15, 201950 minSeason 3Ep. 152

S3 Ep151: Marriage Laws v Flamin' Diabloes

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss Marriage Laws ins and outs. Why they are what they are and how they have changed through the years. So be on the lookout for Flamin' Diabloes, because they could spell trouble !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Jul 08, 20191 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 151

S3 Ep150: Personal Property v Gratuitous Chattle

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss Personal Property and Bailments. What are they, what is your obligation and how do you get involved in these things. While there is no gratuitous sex, there may be a gratuitous bailment or joke ..... Who Knows ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Jul 01, 201958 minSeason 3Ep. 150

S3 Ep149: Judging v Swearing & Drinking

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss what Judges do in their spare time. Or at least when they are not actually hearing a trial, which may not exactly be spare time, but we want to know what else they are up to besides being all Judgey!! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Jun 24, 201955 minSeason 3Ep. 149

S3 Ep148: Bankruptcy v Financial Impotence

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the laws concerning Bankruptcy. Which is in effect a different kind of impotency than last weeks episode, thus the mention of Financial Impotency. The right to a fresh start is guaranteed in the constitution and you need to read the whole book to see which Chapter applies to you ... or something like that !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Jun 17, 20191 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 148

S3 Ep147: Paternity Laws v Impotence Court

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the history and current state of Paternity Laws. After hearing the recent episode of "Sawbones" we had to find more about Impotence Court / Erection Court. To have your junk examined by a panel and then to perform for an audience in order to protect your reputation as a man .... was too good of a subject to pass up !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Jun 10, 201954 minSeason 3Ep. 147

S3 Ep146: Classified Ad Killer v Lethal Injection

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the serial killer from our own small town. He became a "Florida Man" however, to commit his crimes. His trial though, raises the question, can a guy be so guilty, it doesn't matter how much a confession may be tainted ?? He's still getting the Death Penalty for it !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

May 28, 201958 minSeason 3Ep. 146

S3 Ep145: First Amendment v Lemon Prong

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the intricate details of the First Amendment. It is more than just Free Speech for all ! So let's explore the Freedom of Religion part and what fruit is used to determine it !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

May 21, 201946 minSeason 3Ep. 145

S3 Ep144: 25 Pounds v Trial by Battle

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the ancient justice method called Trial by Ordeal or Trial by Battle. Imagine being charged with a crime you didn't commit but you have no way to prove it. That's OK, just challenge your accuser to a fair fight and the outcome decides your innocence. Makes more sense than a lot of other things in the law !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

May 13, 201958 minSeason 3Ep. 144

S3 Ep143: Murder Varities v Inflatible Delectoes

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss what makes up which degree of Murder someone is charged with, when such an act occurs. In no way do we discuss how to get away with it, so if that is what you are looking for, watch TV or something because you won't find it here ..... Even though I begged Mike to tell us !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

May 06, 201956 minSeason 3Ep. 143

S3 Ep142: Speed Traps v Crafty Traffic Defense

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the sometimes overlooked details of the common traffic ticket. What are your options and when should you challenge them ? What if you are a victim of a speed trap and are speed traps even a real thing ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Apr 22, 20191 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 142

S3 Ep141: Varsity Blues v Mail Fraud News

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the ongoing saga of the rich and famous and the extent they will go to in order for their children to gain an educational advantage over the rest of us poor middle class slobs. Do we feel sorry for the fix they are in ..... errr .... I don't think so. What are they charged with and where did these crimes originate ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

Apr 15, 201949 minSeason 3Ep. 141