Is That Even Legal?
The law impacts almost everything we do, several times a day. Sometimes we break the law and don't even know it! Attorney Bob Sewell explores what is legal in today's society by asking experts the age old question - Is That Even Legal? And getting the answers in plain language...while having a bit of fun.
Episodes
98 episodes
Your Side Hustle Could Get You in Trouble!
Your side hustle might be breaking the law without you even realizing it. From hair styling in your living room to weekend handyman projects, what starts as innocent extra income can quickly cross invisible legal boundaries—with serious consequ...
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22:30
Some Financial Advisors Are Fraudsters - How To Protect Your Peace of Mind
Are you aware of the complexities that can arise when you trust a financial advisor with your hard-earned money? This episode takes you on a journey through a riveting case of betrayal, where a financial advisor exploited the trust of a long-ti...
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Unraveling Trademark Mysteries: From Superheroes to Trademark Bullies
What happens when the iconic term "superheroes" loses its trademark status? Attorney Taylor Barlow from Davis Miles joins us to uncover the intriguing case of DC and Marvel's once jointly-owned trademark and how it fell into the public domain d...
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You Just Signed A Contract You Never Read or Understood! Is That Even Legal?
Every day we download apps, purchase products, sign up for services and legally bind ourselves at the click of a button or flick of an e-signature.A staggering 91 percent of mature adults surveyed admit they sign contracts without even ...
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Ban TikTok!?!?!?!!? Is That Even Legal?
Can TikTok's data practices be trusted, or are there deeper privacy risks lurking behind its addictive interface? Privacy expert K Royal joins us to dissect the critical question, “Is that even legal?” This episode uncovers the sophisticated al...
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You hear a lot about 'Self Defense," but.... Is that even legal? Bob gets to the bottom of it.
In this episode Bob intereviews defense lawyer Russ Richelsoph about the myths and misconceptions of self defense, stand your ground and what's legal!
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20:55
Are the Robots Invading Your Privacy?
Hey hey, AI...is this where privacy comes to die? There is more to these pixels...than meets the eye! Artificial intelligence maybe taking your privacy!Last time Bob had Mike Carey on ...
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43:13
Who Gets The Dough After A Death in the Family? The Podcast You Must Hear
Your mom passes and suddenly women from around the neighborhood are showing up at your dad's door with casseroles. Soon, dad marries one of these "casserole ladies." Fine. But after a few months or short years, she begins to tell dad that YOU a...
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30:54
Real Estate Wire Fraud is on the Rise!
Could you lose $400,000 to a sophisticated email scam? Join us as we uncover the alarming rise of wire fraud in the real estate industry with Angelika Dobler, an experienced litigation and appellate attorney specializing in real estate litigati...
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22:23
Safeguarding Your Legacy: Estate Planning Lessons from Jay Leno's Story
Could your lack of estate planning be setting your loved ones up for a legal nightmare? Join us as we unravel the critical importance of having a robust estate plan, featuring insights from top asset protection attorney Ike Devji. Through the h...
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Could You Lose Your House to a Squatter? It Happens More Than You Know!
Uncover the legal maze of adverse possession and residency issues with a spotlight on protecting your property. Bob delves into the distinctions between simply trespassing and taking up residence, stressing the urgency of quick action in tenant...
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Are Non-Competes GOING AWAY?
What if the future of your career hinged on a single legal clause? Join us as we unpack the complexities of non-compete agreements with attorney Dave Williams, an authority on administrative law and non-compete clauses. Listen to an eye-opening...
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24:10
Is That National Labor Relations Board Constitutional?
Bob is fascinated by the balance between the need for regulation and the vast growth of the administrative state. We are also fascinated by just how much the political winds impact the law...even though we like to believe it is solid and hard t...
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SUPREME COURT TAKES ON FIRST AMENDMENT AND SOCIAL MEDIA...
THE SUPREME COURT WILL SOON DECIDE: If a social media censures you for your viewpoint - does that violate the First Amendment? If laws tell Social Media companies they must publish your viewpoint...is the company's First Amendment r...
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37:30
Sins of the Children: Your Kid's Actions Can Destroy Your Wealth Unless You Protect It
In Arizona, the 'Gilbert Goons' have grabbed headlines - sending fear and concern throughout a traditional suburban community - a case where teens are charged with violently attacking others.When things like this occur, o...
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24:06
The Patient Died...Can the Practitioner Still Practice? When a License is on the Line...
The rules appear uneven. The outcomes seem almost random. But what happens when a doctor, a dentist, a nurse, etc., makes a mistake...or is negligent? Can they practice or do they go to jail? In this episode, you are going to hear some...
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36:43
Examining the 14th Amendment's Insurrection Clause and Its Impact on Trump's Political Future
No matter what side of the political spectrum you fall. And whether you think the former president should be on the 2024 ballot or not. Tomorrow's Supreme Court consideration of the Insurrection Clause is historic. We could not let it happen wi...
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43:50
What on Earth is a Covenant Marriage? Do You Have One? Should You?
Covenant marriage recently made headlines when the new Speaker of the House took his position in Washington, D.C. He has one, and so the media tried to figure out just what it was.They painted covenant marriage as quirky and as weird as...
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Season 5
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Can the Law Stop Homelessness? Suing the Cities for Nuisance...
When cities lets homeless camps spiral out of control...who are they serving? A constitutional scholar and law professor is suing big cities on the premise of nuisance laws...and he is winning. In one instance, his action cleared a massive&...
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Can We Please Curtail The Corruption?
It does not matter what your political position may be or how you vote. No matter your views, you probably feel that there is WAY TOO MUCH CORRUPTION - those who use taxpayer dollars to enrich themselves.Is That EVEN LEGAL?...
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25:20
Blindsided By a Conservatorship? What a movie can teach you...
Join us in a deeper exploration as amazing New Mexico Estate Planning lawyer Stephanie Woods and I delve into the convoluted legalities surrounding the true story of Michael Oher, whose life journey inspired the Hollywood blockbuster, 'The Blin...
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25:50
Estate Wars and how to avoid them: The case of Aretha Franklin's millions, and the Prince intestacy
Ever wondered what happens when a loved one passes away without a will and the repercussions it can have on a family? Join us as we shed light on the little-known term 'intestacy' and unravel the bitter dispute between the sons of music legend ...
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31:40
Hardship for Who? Religious Accommodation at Work...What The Supreme Court Decision Means for You...
From the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM):"Gerald Groff, a former postal worker, sued the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) for failing to accommodate his religious practice. Groff is an evangelical Christian who observes a Sunday S...
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Why Lawyer Mental Health Matters...To Everyone
Is there a mental health crisis drowning the legal profession? Is there a higher level of depression, anxiety and alcoholism among those licensed to defend our laws and freedom than other areas of the population? If so, does it impact society a...
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31:08
AI Confidential: Unveiling Secrets, Antitrust Challenges, and Surf Law Adventures
What if our daily interactions with AI could expose our deepest secrets? Imagine having a conversation with an artificial intelligence system that feels like you're talking to a real person. Join us, Bob Sewell and Mike Carey, as we explore the...
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