Opening Arguments

Can you believe it, it's T3BE8! You know the drill, we answer last week's questions, honor two winners, and then ask two more questions! But Matt has a new bar exam book, and it's going to be quite fun, if these questions are any indicator. Deviously hard, needlessly complex, extremely silly... it has it all! If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

Exploring how wealthy defendants like Boeing get sweetheart deals for killing 346 people, contrasted with normal criminal defendants. Analysis of deferred prosecution agreements and the DOJ's leniency towards corporations. Revealing Boeing's cover-up in the 737 MAX disaster, lack of accountability, and challenges in prosecuting corporate crimes.

Topics include disbarment of MAGA lawyers, Trump trial date, threats to First Amendment rights, Supreme Court ruling on medical abortions, absurd arguments in Mifepristone case, misuse of Comstock Act, challenges in legal standing, health scares during miscarriages, and internship opportunity in immigration law.

It's week 7, and it's a Next Generation of test. Make it so! Oh also, we're still dogged by controversy, #T3BEgate2.5 but we've got a fall guy and it's Matt. Question 12 was a repeat and Matt is to blame and accepts the inevitable public shaming. But 13 was new! And, now we've got an entirely new kind of test! If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

Discussing the surprising outcome of a contractor leaking Trump's tax return, comparing it to January 6th events. Exploring plea agreements in U.S. law, whistleblower ethics, and the impact of investigative journalism on high-profile tax evasion. Delving into the complexities of sentencing, plea bargaining strategies, and contrasting legal systems' approaches.

Exploring the controversy surrounding Judge Cannon's judgeship, unprecedented legal rulings, equitable jurisdiction in a criminal case, handling of classified documents, and legal analysis of a high-profile case. The podcast delves into Judge Cannon's questionable decisions, complexities of trial proceedings, and insights on recent Supreme Court decisions.

Massive controversy shakes T3BE to its core. Thomas and Matt respond to the international outcry and media firestorm generated by allegations that T3BE is using repeat questions. After that, we get two TOTALLY DEFINITELY NEW practice bar exam questions. Topics are appealing to SCOTUS re State constution vs. US constitution, and also the gender wage gap when it comes to bank robbery. If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

Exploring the emotional journey of an individual detained by ICE, grappling with undocumented status and white privilege. Reflecting on unsettling encounters, limited options in deportation proceedings, and challenges in immigration court. Sharing the emotional impact and fulfillment in immigration liaison work, and navigating legal options for travel and residency.

Emergency breakdown of the Fani Willis case ruling with legal analysis, humor, and banter. Topics include conflict of interest, billing practices, professionalism, legal standards from 1916, and judicial responses. Also, unconventional video recreation and high school reminiscing.

Topics include charges dismissed in a Eagles lyrics theft case, Trump's legal troubles in Georgia, Texas immigration laws, and the complexities of immigration enforcement. The podcast offers legal analysis, discusses judicial decisions, and explores the implications of state versus federal laws.