Lehto's Law

State Sup Ct Gets Filings w/Made-up Cites and Quotes 15.06.2026 13:16 ↓

This happened in Oregon, and one party resubmitted with AI problems in the second filing. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Someone Stole a Beacon From a Lighthouse 14.06.2026 9:15 ↓

The Coast Guard is asking for help in recovering a beacon that was apparently stolen from a lighthouse in WI in May. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

‘Technical Issues’ Cause Headache for State Lottery 13.06.2026 9:36 ↓

A new Indiana scratch off lottery ticket appears to be a winner - until it is checked officially, causing many people to complain. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Lawsuit Claims $1.5M Damages from Mashed Potatoes Slip and Fall 12.06.2026 14:12 ↓

A woman slipped and fell on mashed potatoes and has filed a lawsuit seeking $1.5 million in damages. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Supreme Court Rules Against Phone Co’s on Jury Trials 11.06.2026 11:09 ↓

Supreme Court Rules Against Phone Co’s on Jury Trials by Lehto's Law

What You Need to Know Before YOU Testify 10.06.2026 20:29 ↓

These are some simple guidelines to know before you testify at a deposition in the US. One thing I forgot to mention is that 'I don't know' is an appropriate response if true. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Dealer Accused Of Selling Cars Without Paying Lender (Fargo?!) 09.06.2026 10:17 ↓

The parties appear to have reached a settlement - at least they are working toward one. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

She Can’t Collect Jackpot After Excluding Herself From Casino 08.06.2026 10:55 ↓

The woman had asked to be excluded from the casino - which means she probably cannot collect the winnings (and can be cited for trespassing). https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Village Backs Down After Threatening to Destroy Garden 07.06.2026 13:10 ↓

Illinois has a state law protecting gardens. The Institute's website: https://ij.org/

City Damages House Next Door During Demolition 06.06.2026 10:06 ↓

And this is not the first time. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Jay Leno’s Law Gains Support 05.06.2026 9:23 ↓

The proposed law failed to pass previously but is now gaining more support. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Suspended Driver Keeps Getting Tickets and Then Let Go 04.06.2026 10:03 ↓

This happened in the Milwaukee area. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

NASCAR Race Truck Sold as Street-Legal Gets Seller Arrested 03.06.2026 10:29 ↓

According to law enforcement, the problem is that the truck - they say - has a VIN tag that does not belong to that truck. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Woman With No Right Hand Ticketed for Phone in Non-Existent Hand 02.06.2026 8:42 ↓

the ticket in FL was later dismissed for a 'lack of evidence'. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Man Convicted Of Violating Non-Existent Court Order 01.06.2026 9:54 ↓

But the state supreme court ruled in his favor. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

License Suspended 72 Times, Man Hits Police Car 31.05.2026 9:14 ↓

This is a case I would not want to handle. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Small Town Postmaster Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $50,000 30.05.2026 9:32 ↓

This happened in Scott City, KS. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Feds Charge 11 People for Selling Over 100,000 Fake Temp Tags 29.05.2026 9:51 ↓

Authorities say the temp tags cost the state and local governments millions of dollars in lost revenue. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Police Chief Arrested When Evidence is Sold to Pawn Shop 28.05.2026 11:14 ↓

The police chief was charged after evidence was sold to a pawnshop. They allege that he did it and then tried to cover it up. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Former Sheriff’s Deputy Sentenced for Misconduct In Office 27.05.2026 9:28 ↓

This is an update to a video I did about the trial and verdict. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBYFSOENDPc

Coming Soon: Your Tires Uploading Your Driving Data to The Cloud 26.05.2026 10:52 ↓

Pirelli has announced the cyber tires which will upload driving and road data to your car as well as other cars and the cloud. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

States Ask Court To Force the Breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster 25.05.2026 12:12 ↓

This comes after a jury finding that the company operates as an unlawful monopoly. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Appeals Court Agrees on Compensation for Destructive SWAT Raid 24.05.2026 9:18 ↓

The case has been tried and appealed a few times and the 5th Circuit finally said the Plaintiff is entitled to compensation under the Texas state constitution. https://ij.org/

Bird Nesting on Truck Tire at Dealer is Saved by Federal Law 23.05.2026 10:48 ↓

The dealer and the buyer of the truck are both fine with letting the Robins live their lives. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

SCOTUS Urged To Revive ‘Oath or Affirmation’ Req’t For 4th A Searches 22.05.2026 9:00 ↓

Courts have allowed search warrants to be supported by hearsay, even though the 4th Amendment clearly calls for an 'Oath or Affirmation' in support - something which would preclude hearsay as a basis. https://ij.org/