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In Legal Terms
Have you ever wanted to know the definition of a legal term? Do you find yourself wondering what your rights are when it comes to your property, marriage, or health? If you answered yes to one of those questions, In Legal Terms is the show for you. Tune in and learn more about your legal rights and how the law affects your day to day life. The show is set to consistently provide thought-provoking commentary and opinions on legal topics, whether local or national. Court trials, U.S. Supreme…
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In Legal Terms: Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes
Guest Professor Hans Sinha discusses the Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization Act of 2016.The bill expands the responsibilities of the…
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In Legal Terms: Child Custody Factors
Our guest: Chancery Court Judge Haydn Roberts explains child custody factors - Albright…
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In Legal Terms: MacArthur Justice Center
Guest: Cliff Johnson, Assistant Professor of Law and Director , MacArthur Justice Center…
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In Legal Terms: Public Defenders
Guest Andre' de Gruy, Director of the Office of State Public Defender, discusses Public Defenders in Mississippi. http://www.ospd.ms.gov/index.htm We learned…
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In Legal Terms: Avoiding Probate
Our guest, attorney R. Kelly Kyle from the Kyle- Winn Law Firm answered questions on the best way to avoid probate after a death…
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In Legal Terms: 2017 Taxes
Professor Richard Gershon of the University of Mississippi School of Law answers tax law questions. 2017 tax returns and owed tax payments are due Tuesday…
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In Legal Terms: Client / Lawyer Relationship
Today's topic: Good client / lawyer relationship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In Legal Terms: Automobile Law
Guest, attorney, and adjunct professor David O'Donnell answers calls and talks about automobile accidents and insurance issues in Mississippi…
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In Legal Terms: Starting a Business
Biloxi attorney Tina Seymour Demoran joins us to discuss the legal issues involved in starting a business. Mississippi Secretary of State Office…
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In Legal Terms: Estate Planning - A Great Valentine's Gift
Our host, Professor Richard Gershon of the University of Mississippi School of Law answers questions about wills and estates. Hosted on Acast. See…
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In Legal Terms: Legal Protections for LGBTQ
Guest, attorney Ellie Krug discusses LGBTQ issues. https://elliekrug.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In Legal Terms: How To Avoid A Lawsuit
Guest Wilton Byars gives tips on how to avoid a lawsuit. http://www.danielcoker.com/attorneys-Wilton-Byars.html These tips included managing potential risks…
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In Legal Terms: Judicial training
Guest Justice Randy Pierce, Director of the Mississippi Judicial College and co-host Professor Richard Gershon took listener calls about how Mississippi…
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In Legal Terms: 2018 Mississippi Legislative Session
The MS Legislative Session started on January 2, 2018 and will conclude on April 1st, 2018 Hosts Professor Richard Gershon and Liz Gill discuss various bills…
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In Legal Terms: Holiday Decorations in Public Places
Are religious holiday displays a violation of the First Amendment? Our guest, Professor Ronald Rychlak from the University of Mississippi School of Law, helps…
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In Legal Terms: New Rules to Come from FCC and US Supreme Court
Today's show took calls and discussed the upcoming Federal Communications Commission ruling on Net Neutrality. The US Supreme Court is expected to announce a…
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In Legal Terms: DUI Defense And Other Potential Holiday Legal Woes
With the holiday season in full swing, a lot of people are traveling, and a lot of celebrations are taking place. Law enforcement officers are out in force to…
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In Legal Terms: The Law of Charities and Charitable Giving
With the holiday season in full swing, we thought it would be a good time to talk about the law governing charities, charitable giving, and what you can and…
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In Legal Terms: Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault
This morning, we are going to talk about the law of sexual harassment and sexual assault with our special guest Honey Ussery, a former Assistant District…
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In Legal Terms: Tax Reform: How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Affects You
On today's show, we are going to talk about tax reform and look closely at the proposed Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that is being debated in Congress with our…
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In Legal Terms: Child Advocacy: Legal Issues Affecting Children and the CASA Program
On today's show we will talk with David Calder, a clinical professor at the University of Mississippi School of Law, and Erin Smith, a volunteer for the Court…
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In Legal Terms: Pro Bono Week: The Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project
This week is National Pro Bono Week, a week to highlight all of the free legal services provided to individuals who otherwise could not afford them, so today…
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In Legal Terms: Gun Rights and the Second Amendment
Today on In Legal Terms we talked about gun rights and the Second Amendment. Our special guest was Francis Springer, an attorney in the Jackson-metro area who…
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In Legal Terms: MS ACLU and HB 1523
On this episode of In Legal Terms, we’re going to talk about the Protecting Freedom of Conscience from Government Discrimination Act, better known as HB 1523…
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First Amendment
This morning we are talking about the First Amendment, the law best known for giving us our right to free speech. We’ll talk about what the law means, when it…
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In Legal Terms: Property Law
Property Law is a subject that will affect many people in some way throughout their lifetime and today on In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights…
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In Legal Terms: Family Law
Our guest was Deborah H. Bell, Associate Dean for Clinical Programs and Professor of Law, at the University of Mississippi School of Law to take questions…
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In Legal Terms: Restorative Justice
This morning we’ll talk with the Dean of the Univerisity of Mississippi School of Law, Susan Duncan,about restorative justice, an approach to justice that…
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In Legal Terms: Copyright Law
Stacey Lantagne, Assistant Professor of Law at the University of MS School of Law explains copyright law and takes questions. If your question didn't get…
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Attorney Ethics
With 13 years as the General Counsel for The Mississippi Bar, Adam Kilgore, and University of Mississippi Professor Richard Gershon take calls and discuss…
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Worker’s Compensation
How soon do you need to tell an employer you were injured on the job? What are the benefits available if you’re injured? Who pays for Worker’s Compensation?…
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Fish and Game Law
In this episode of In Legal Terms our guest was Professor Cathy Janasie from the MS School of Law. Prof. Janasie teaches law school classes covering Water Law…
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Estate Planning
Our guest, Richard A. Courtney, Certified Elder Law Attorney, speaks with us about why we need Estate Planning, what an Advanced Healthcare Directive is, and…
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Travel Legal Rights
When you buy an airline ticket or cruise passage, you enter into a contract. What does that contract cover? Does an airline owe you compensation if they…
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Social Security Disability Law
Do you know the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits and Supplemental Security Income Benefits? Our guest, attorney Angela…
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Legal Current Events in Mississippi
In Legal Terms discusses the new laws passed by the Mississippi Legislature that took effect July 1, 2017. Buckle up in your vehicle. Domestic violence as…
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HB 1523
Professor Richard Gershon of the University of Mississippi School of Law talks about Mississippi’s HB 1523. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Space Law
Attorney Joseph Batey talks about Space Law, NASA, and the everyday benefits of space exploration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mortgages
Attorney Frank Coxwell discusses how mortgages are operated and who really owns them. Plus, what is predatory lending and who’s affected most? Hosted on Acast…
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Discussing Confederate Monuments
Professor Richard Gershon discusses the removal of Confederate monuments controversy and why Mississippi doesn’t have a lottery. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Mississippi Rules of Criminal Procedure
Attorney William Bell talks about new Mississippi Rules of Criminal Procedure, which take effect July 1st. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Immigration Law
Attorney Lee Russell discusses Immigration Law, the role of ICE, and visa overstays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Personal Injury Law
Attorneys John Booth Farese and William B. Raiford talk about personal injury laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Legalities of Drones
Attorney Kris Graham talks about the legalities of drones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Free Speech
Professor Richard Gershon talks about legalities of free speech on college campuses after a recent incident at Auburn University involving a controversial…
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Social Security Disability
Attorney Susan Smith and Professor Richard Gershon talk about social security disability benefits. How do you determine your eligibility and apply for them?…
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Data Privacy
Attorney Bradley Clanton discusses data privacy and data security. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Estate Planning
Attorney Tina Seymour Demoran talks about organizing your life through estate planning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Elder Law
Elder Law Attorney, Kelly Kyle, talks about advanced directives, Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Officer Training
Francis Springer talks about policemen, how are they are trained to do their jobs and held accountable for doing them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Copyright Laws
Professor Stacey Lantagne discusses the basics of copyright laws, and how they work when it comes to the internet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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Mississippi Adequate Education Program
Former Governor, Ronnie Musgrove, discusses the Mississippi Adequate Education Program (MAEP), discipline in schools, and charter schools. Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Prison System
Attorney Steve Farese Sr. talks about different aspects of the prison system, from incarceration rates and prison conditions, to private prisons. Hosted on…
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Foster Care
Attorney Craig Robertson discusses foster care, resource parenting, and child custody in Mississippi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Executive Orders
Professors Richard Gershon and Hans Sinha talk about the specifics of the recent executive order issued by President Trump, suspending immigration and visas…
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The Mississippi State Flag
Professor Richard Gerson explains some recent bills proposed by lawmakers in the Mississippi Legislature. Could University presidents suffer a pay cut for not…
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Consumer Protection Laws and the Inauguration
Are lawmakers required to attend the upcoming presidential inauguration? Plus, we discuss consumer protection laws and your rights as a consumer when it comes…
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Wills and Trusts
Professor Gershon discusses wills and trusts. Do you have a plan for what will happen to your property when you die? Is it ever too early or too late to make a…
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Wish Lists for Changes to Laws
Listeners share their wish lists for changes to laws in the coming year by proposing more gun legislation, no more electoral college, and changing the state…
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Role of Prosecutors and Self-Representation in Court
Professor Hans P. Sinha discusses the different types of prosecutors and what roles they have ethically and technically in the legal system. Hosted on Acast…