In Legal Terms

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 previously worked as a deputy sheriff. We discussed what rights you have, what Mississippi law allows, and what restrictions are imposed on you as a gun owner. We also looked at bump stocks like the ones used in the recent shooting in Las Ve...

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 with our guest Jennifer Riley Collins, Executive Director of the ACLU of Mississippi. We’ll explore what this law says, what it means to you, and where the legal challenges to HB 1523 stand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

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 applies, and answer your questions about your right to free speech. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, we will look at the do's and don'ts of Property Law. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 concerning divorce and alimony. Today, episode on Family Law took calls on divorce, allimony, and property division. The Access to Justice website was mentioned:  https://www.justice.gov/atj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

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 personalizes the crime by having the victims and the offenders mediate a restitution agreement to the satisfaction of each, as well as involving the community. If you would like to read more about this philosophy: ...

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 answered or you want to register a copyright:  https://www.copyright.gov/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With 13 years  as the General Counsel f or The Mississippi Bar , Adam Kilgore, and University of Mississippi Professor Richard Gershon take calls and discuss attorney ethics, how to file a complaint about an attorney , and the Mississippi Rules of Professional Conduct. . https://www.msbar.org/ If you are concerned that your attorney or an attorney you have come in contact with may h...

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? Our guest Jennie Eichelberger, of the Eichelberger Law Firm in Jackson answers questions and explains Worker’s Compensation in Mississippi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, Agricultural Law, and Fish & Game Regulation, among others. She’s also been a Research Analyst with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Along with Professor Richard Gershon they discuss fish and game laws in Mississippi. Hosted on Acast. See...

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 why a Durable Power of Attorney is important. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 overbook? Does a cruise ship have to give you a refund if there is a mechanical failure? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you know the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits and Supplemental Security Income Benefits? Our guest, attorney Angela Davis-Morris from the Davis-Morris Law Firm answers questions about Social Security Disability Law on this edition of In Legal Terms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 grounds for divorce. Small breweries can sell limited quantities of beer directly to customers on site. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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 information.

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. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor Richard Gershon discusses the removal of Confederate monuments controversy and why Mississippi doesn’t have a lottery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 information.

Attorney Lee Russell discusses Immigration Law, the role of ICE, and visa overstays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attorneys John Booth Farese and William B. Raiford talk about personal injury laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attorney Kris Graham talks about the legalities of drones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor Richard Gershon talks about legalities of free speech on college campuses after a recent incident at Auburn University involving a controversial speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attorney Susan Smith and Professor Richard Gershon talk about social security disability benefits. How do you determine your eligibility and apply for them? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attorney Bradley Clanton discusses data privacy and data security. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.