Podcast Episodes

Lecture Forty-Eight – Collateral Estoppel: Issue Preclusion and Prior Adjudication

In the intricate world of law, the doctrines of preclusion play a pivotal role in ensuring judicial efficiency and fairness. Imagine a world where the same case could be tried repeatedly, leading to …

Published on 1 week, 3 days ago

Civil Procedure Lecture Forty-Seven - Res Judicata: Claim Preclusion and Final Judgments

Understanding Res Judicata and Collateral Estoppel: A Legal Insight

Imagine a world where legal disputes could be endlessly relitigated, causing chaos and uncertainty. This is where the doctrines of R…

Published on 1 week, 4 days ago

Civil Procedure Lecture Forty-Six - Summary Judgment: No Genuine Dispute of Material Fact

In the world of civil litigation, summary judgment serves as a pivotal mechanism to streamline the legal process. Imagine a scenario where a case is so clear-cut that a trial seems unnecessary. This …

Published on 1 week, 5 days ago

Civil Procedure Lecture Forty-Five - Discovery: Tools, Scope, and Obligations

This conversation provides a comprehensive overview of civil discovery, focusing on the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) and New York state law. It emphasizes the importance of understanding R…

Published on 1 week, 6 days ago

Civil Procedure Lecture Forty-Four - Pleading Standards: Notice vs. Fact Pleading

This conversation delves into the evolution of pleading standards in civil procedure, exploring the transition from traditional fact pleading to modern plausibility standards under the federal rules.…

Published on 2 weeks ago

Civil Procedure Lecture Forty-Three – Service of Process: Methods and Timing of Proper Notice

Understanding the Importance of Service of Process in Civil Litigation

Imagine being sued and not even knowing about it until it's too late. This is where the service of process comes into play, ensur…

Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago

Civil Procedure Lecture Forty-Two – Personal Jurisdiction: The Minimum Contacts Test

In this episode, we delve into the critical distinctions between general and specific jurisdiction, fundamental concepts in personal jurisdiction law. General jurisdiction allows a court to hear any …

Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago

Civil Procedure Lecture Forty-One – Subject Matter Jurisdiction: Federal Question and Diversity

Dive into the complexities of federal subject matter jurisdiction with our latest episode. We unravel the intricacies of constitutional rules and statutory powers, focusing on federal question and di…

Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago

Evidence Lectures Lecture Forty – Authentication: Verifying the Validity of Evidence

This conversation delves into the complexities of authentication in evidence law, focusing on the Federal Rules of Evidence, particularly Article IX. It explores the practical methods for authenticat…

Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago

Evidence Lectures Lecture Thirty-Nine – Judicial Notice: Recognizing Indisputable Facts

This conversation delves into the concept of judicial notice, a procedural mechanism that allows courts to accept certain facts as true without formal evidence. The discussion covers the distinctions…

Published on 2 weeks, 5 days ago