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Send us a text The law doesn’t care how romantic your story is: creditors, community property rules, and default statutes move the same way whether you’re a billionaire songwriter or a hometown athlete. We dig into the real purpose of a prenup: not to plan a breakup, but to build a clear financial framework that protects income, isolates debt, and keeps your estate plan from turning into a family brawl. Using the Swift–Kelce engagement as a timely lens, we translate headline drama into practi...

Send us a text Behind the wheel of every commercial truck is a driver navigating not just America's highways, but a complex maze of regulations that would fill an entire office if printed. Attorney Zac Hargis pulls back the curtain on the unseen challenges facing the transportation industry in this eye-opening conversation about truck drivers' daily regulatory battles. From the moment they start their day with federally mandated pre-trip inspections to managing electronic logging devices whi...

Send us a text When Taylor Barlow decided to take on a pro bono asylum case, he never imagined it would become the most emotionally significant work of his legal career. His client's story reads like a political thriller – a peaceful activist from Togo who organized an 800,000-person march against a dictatorial regime, only to face years of brutal retaliation including kidnappings, beatings, and torture. After military police broke into his home, beating him and his young son unconscious, th...

Send us a text What happens when someone dies with cryptocurrency assets but no one can find the keys? Is cryptocurrency just a modern version of the "wooden nickel" scam? How are sophisticated criminals using digital currency to pull off multi-million dollar heists—and why is 2025 shaping up to be the most dangerous year yet for crypto investors? Former federal prosecutor Seth Goertz pulls back the curtain on the mysterious world of cryptocurrency, offering rare insights from his exten...

Send us a text What happens when the government decides it needs your land? Does the Constitution really allow officials to seize your family home, farm, or business property against your will? The answer might disturb you. Attorney Clint Schumacher, a leading eminent domain expert, joins us to unravel the complex world where constitutional rights, property ownership, and government power collide. Schumacher pulls back the curtain on a legal process that affects countless Americans but remai...

Send us a text 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 are evil and should be disinherited. He acquiesces. Now he has passed, and you and your siblings get nothing, according to his will. Is That Even Legal? Casserole Ladies, AB Splits, Beneficiary Designations and ERISA...it's a recipe for c...

Send us a text Ready to dive deep into the nitty-gritty, the good, the bad, and the downright stinky? Join your favorite host Bob Sewell and civil litigation maestro, Marshall Hunt, as we take you on a wild journey through the unexpected and surprisingly compelling world of...you guessed it...dog poop! In this episode, we're not just talking sh*t, we're discussing the real legal ramifications tied to those little brown 'presents' left behind by your favorite furry friends. Can you s...

Send us a text 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 as a whole? And...what can be done? Our guest, Claire Parsons, an employment attorney and mental health expert. Claire weighs in on the intricate ways attorneys grapple with mental health issues, and the crucial role of self-care. With C...

Send us a text 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 consequences. Attorney Marshall Hunt returns to dissect the hidden legal risks lurking beneath today's booming side gig economy. While everyone seems obsessed with developing that perfect income stream, few understand when these activities trig...

Send us a text 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-time client, leading to significant financial losses. As we dissect this story, we unveil the crucial lessons that can be learned from such disheartening incidents, emphasizing the importance of continuous involvement in your financial jour...

Send us a text 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 due to genericide. We explore the dynamic world of trademarks, revealing their role as essential source identifiers beyond just logos and names—extending to scents and sounds, such as Hasbro’s Play-Doh aroma and NBC’s famous chimes. Taylor...

Send us a text 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 reading them. 97 percent of younger adults in the same survey say they don't read before they "accept." And, as is the case with many contracts today...even if you read them, chances are you won't understand them without a lawyer - Is Tha...

Send us a text 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 algorithms driving TikTok's uncanny content personalization and the significant privacy risks entailed, such as potential keystroke logging and extensive data access. We compare TikTok's practices to other social media giants, exploring why...

Send us a text In this episode Bob intereviews defense lawyer Russ Richelsoph about the myths and misconceptions of self defense, stand your ground and what's legal!

Send us a text 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 the show, he assured us that robots would not take over the law for at least five years. Now, chatGPT has taken the world by storm and virtually everyone has head of it...if not already used it. But when you ask it a question you may be exposing private data about yourself. And, AI likely alread...

Send us a text 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 litigation. Angelica shares a distressing case where a buyer fell victim to a sophisticated scam that led to a massive financial loss. With FBI statistics pointing to a significant surge in these types of crimes, we discuss how scammers spoof ema...

Send us a text 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 heart-wrenching story of Jay Leno and his wife, who suffers from dementia, we highlight the dire consequences of neglecting basic estate planning measures like revocable living trusts and powers of attorney. Our discussion sheds light on t...

Send us a text 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-friendly states. We also discuss the peculiar challenges snowbirds face upon returning to their Arizona homes, potentially occupied by squatters. Gain essential insights into preventive measures to safeguard your property during lengthy ...

Send us a text 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 real-world cases that underscore the complex balance between how these agreements can protect businesses and how they also can potentially stifle innovation and competition. With the Federal Trade Commission’s recent move to invalidate n...