Free Court Show With Jason Hartman

Jason Hartman talks with David Dorsen, former Assistant US Attorney in New York, former Assistant Chief Counsel of the Senate Watergate Committee, author of The Unexpected Scalia and the new book Moses v Trump, about what on earth is going on in regards to President Donald Trump and the Mueller report. David discusses what disappoints him about Mueller's decision making process, and the incredible cultural shift between the Watergate investigation and the Mueller investigation. David also gives some insight into the life of the late Justice Antonin Scalia, as the two were friends for many years and went to many functions together. While they may have differed greatly politically, the two had a friendship we should see more of in today's world. Key Takeaways: [1:53] David's involvement in the Watergate hearings [5:22] David's history with the late Justice Scalia and some of Scalia's liberal leanings [10:58] Has Trump been cleared yet? And where Mueller failed the American people [16:39] Are some Trump supporte

Jason Hartman talks with Steven Brill, founder of Court TV and co-ceo of the new company News Guard, about how we as a society can combat the massive influx of fake news. We all know that it's a problem, but figuring out which site is actually providing us with accurate information is incredibly overloading. Then Jason and Steven discuss his book Tailspin: The People and Forces Behind America’s Fifty-Year Fall – and Those Fighting to Reverse It, and how some of the things that originally appeared good for our society have swung back around and ended up hurting the American people. Key Takeaways: [0:41] How does News Guard combat the problem of "fake news"? [5:51] Where News Guard saw a proliferation of fake news leading up to the 2018 elections [9:09] Tailspin came about as Steven was trying to wrap his mind around what happened to America [11:11] How the 1st Amendment has boomeranged against the American people [14:44] What can be done about the lobbying discrepancies between the haves and the have nots? Web

Jason Hartman talks with Justin Leto, co-founder of Level Insurance, about how his company is helping the legal profession by offering litigation insurance. This gives lawyers protection from lost expenses when working contingency cases. Their hope is that the insurance will allow consumers to take their pick of lawyers instead of being pidgeon holed into only going to big companies that can afford to take contingency cases. Key Takeaways: [1:23] Is litigation insurance a new thing? [5:24] The cost of taking cases to trial has gotten higher and higher and something needs to be done [8:27] How the claim process works for lawyers [12:36] Why are business cases being done on contingency now too? Website: www.LevelInsurance.com

Jason Hartman talks with Joseph Tartakovsky, author of the new book The Lives of the Constitution: Ten Exceptional Minds that Shaped America’s Supreme Law, about some of the great minds that formed our constitution, as well as why the US constitution has stood the test of time while others have failed. The two discuss the dissension amongst the Founding Fathers, as well as what ideas about the constitution are still debated to this day. Key Takeaways: [2:24] Americans are the people who've lived under a written charter longer than any people on Earth. What has contributed to the longevity? [5:03] The importance of Alexander Hamilton on the US Constitution [9:04] The US' structure of state and federal laws can make things complicated and caused citizens to demand the federal government expand to solve disputes [11:08] Did Alexis de Tocqueville misunderstand America? [14:25] Why Woodrow Wilson is so intriguing to Joseph Website: www.JosephTartakovsky.com

In this off topic 10th Episode, Jason Hartman talks with Adam Andrzejewski, founder & CEO of www.OpenTheBooks.com, about wasteful government spending and how President Trump is doing at stemming the tide. Open the Books' mission is to track "every dime, online", even going so far as to have an app where people can follow the money in as close to real time as possible. Adam discusses how pervasive the pork barrel spending is, how large the trough has grown, and what areas are most ripe for trimming. Key Takeaways: [1:28] Why is Open the Books different from other government spending watchdogs? [5:09] How is the Trump administration doing when it comes to government spending? [9:24] Absurd levels of grants ($600 billion) were given out in the final year of Obama [12:02] Pork barrel spending knows no party affiliation [16:02] It's our constitutional right as citizens to see all the expenditures of our government [20:30] 2016s highest bonuses Website: www.OpenTheBooks.com

Jason Hartman talks with Dean Strang, partner at Strang Bradley law firm, about his experiences in the criminal justice system, his involvement in Making a Murderer, and what we can do to improve the justice system and make it fair for all people. Key Takeaways: [1:53] Dean likes to look at how our criminal justice system treats outsiders and newcomers, especially when the system is under pressure (such as during war times) [3:04] Dean's involvement in Making a Murderer [5:32] The criminal justice system can use a dose of humility all around [10:17] Dean's thoughts on the OJ trial [15:37] The biggest mistake we make in the US is not funding liberty [18:53] Is there ever blowback for unfairly prosecuting? Website: www.StrangBradley.com

Jason Hartman talks with Robert Amsterdam, partner at Amsterdam & Partners, about his law career and what Robert sees as some of the biggest issues with the perceptions of America around the world. Robert has worked for many nations during his career, including Turkey and Russia. The two touch on America's need to get out of other country's business, the US legal system's status as a "4th world", and the changing culture of law throughout Robert's career. Key Takeaways: [2:35] Robert's education on the deterioration of ethics [5:20] Eventually the US needs to let people in other countries decide for themselves how they want to run their country [7:53] Robert's dealings with Russia [12:45] Is this just a bunch of unintended consequences? [16:42] What does it mean that we've criminalized our foreign policy? [18:37] One immediate move that would help lighten the amount of laws we have in the system [19:57] The US legal system has made Robert call the US a "4th World" [23:18] What changes has Robert seen in t

Bitcoin is in the news, and there's an amazing rush on cryptocurrencies and seemingly a new coin coming out every day. So it's becoming more obvious that we're in a bubble. But what's the real future of cryptocurrencies? Jason Hartman talks to Tama Churchouse, co-founder of Churchouse Publishing Limited and lead cryptocurrency analyst at Stansberry Churchouse Research, about what's going on in the world of cryptocurrency. Tama explains the differences between things like Bitcoin and Etherium, and the two look into what the government's future role in cryptocurrency will look like. Key Takeaways: [1:27] Why is there a sudden runup in cryptocurrencies? [6:06] The average transaction fee for Bitcoin is making it impossible to scale [10:12] There are currently over 1,500 different cryptocurrencies with a market cap of around $520 billion [12:08] There are currently protocols being written on the blockchain that you can buy into [14:42] An explanation of "CryptoKitties" and how it can be applied to other avenues [

There's a lot of fake news going on the internet these days, and a lot of it is concentrated in the reviews sections of sites like Yelp!, where people can post whatever they want and damage your personal or professional image. What can you do when someone comes after you like that, however (assuming it's false)? Jason Hartman talks with consumer rights attorney Lenore Albert about just that. The two look at what Internet Service Providers are required to do, what you can do if you've been wronged, and how you can properly go about warning other consumers about situations when you've been wronged. Key Takeaways: [2:44] What is the Communications Decency Act (CDA) and what harm is it currently causing? [6:18] How do you police sites like Yelp that have people reviewing others in order to keep them honest? [8:14] What would the right law be that would allow companies like Yelp to exist and perform their service, but also hold them somewhat accountable for what was written on their site? [13:08] There's a site ca

The SEC has a whole lot of rules about fundraising for specific ventures, both about WHO you can pursue and HOW you can pursue them. Jason Hartman talks with Amy Wan, Esq, founder (& Chief Legal Hacker) at Bootstrap Legal, about ways to hack the SEC when raising funds. Key Takeaways: [2:36] The primitive nature of law and why it doesn't advance very much [6:38] What the SEC actually cares about when you raise money for securities [10:13] How the Jobs Act changed the investors you can target and how [16:48] The price structure of Bootstrap Legal [20:58] Raising money isn't just putting something up on a website and waiting for the money to flow in Website: www.BootstrapLegal.com "Raising money is an art and not a science"

Privatized prisons has turned the prison system into a lean, mean, profit making machine. Companies are cutting costs (and corners) at every turn, leaving prisoners in terrible situations, with little to no ability to get outside help. Obama's mandate to rid the nation of privatized prisons helped alleviate that situation, but Jeff Sessions rescinded that, and private prisons are (for now) here to stay. When we tie prison populations to profits, however, companies have incentives to maintain a "client" base they can make money off of. Plus they're able to use the prisoners for cheap labor. Daniel Manville is a professor at Michigan State and directs the Civil Rights Clinic at MSU College of Law. He's the author of Protecting Your Health & Safety: A Litigation Guide for Inmates, as well as the Prisoner's Self-Help Litigation Manuel. He's trying to get word out that all is not well in our prison system, and things need to change. Key Takeaways: [1:05] Jason was excited about privatized prisons when he first

If you're going to go to court, you better be ready to present the law the way it needs to be done. That's where Professor Nadia Nedzel's book Legal Research and Writing for International Graduate Students comes in. Nadia and Jason break down what you need to know when you go in a court room, what you can (and can't) get from an online a-la-cart lawyer, and some of the perks our legal system presents. Key Takeaways: [2:18] The things the judge is going to consider when your case starts [7:05] Why some a-la-carte legal services can't be officially done by a lawyer [10:00] The IRAC approach [15:18] Breaking everything down to show the judge what isn't the problem so you can prove what IS the problem [20:14] Our judicial system might be bad, except for all the others Website: www.SULC.edu Legal Reasoning, Research, and Writing for International Graduate Students

When we think of the First Amendment, we tend to believe that it allows us to say whatever we want, often without any repercussions. But what does it actually protect, and from whom? Floyd Abrams represented The New York Times in the 1971 Pentagon Papers case, and is author of the new book The Soul of the First Amendment. He explains to Jason how the First Amendment actually protects us, what it DOESN'T protect us from, and why some areas aren't as protected as others. In a day and age where a negative review posted on Yelp! can lead to lawsuits, it's vital that you understand what speech can come back to haunt you. Key Takeaways: [2:23] Floyd's background and some of the landmark cases he's been a part of like the Pentagon Papers [6:25] The First Amendment and college campus free speech issues [8:10] Areas of our society we don't realize are government controlled and subject to different free speech rules [10:45] The broadcast medium is nearing the free speech protections as print media [15:17] The First Ame

Race relations in today's world are frayed at best right now, and part of the issue is the segregation that is experienced in most suburbs across the country. But what caused that segregation, and what can be done about it? Richard Rothstein talks to Jason Hartman about laws that were passed by our government that impacted who got to move where, and how that is still impacting where we live today. He also provides some fairly simple changes that can be made to existing rules and laws to help facilitate integration where we live. Key Takeaways: [1:27] The government's involvement in the segregation of our neighborhoods [3:58] How governmental actions created segregated suburban communities like Levittown, NY and Lakewood, CA [7:27] The FHA would only guarantee loans to developers if they promised not to sell homes to African-Americans [10:24] The Fair Housing Act of 1968 didn't actually solve any problems because the home values had become unaffordable for working class families [19:08] Jason's take on "Enviro

Grant Cardone is a true believer that "it's not what you know, it's who you know", and it inspired his book The 10X Rule. The book outlines Grant's strategy to get the life you truly want, and explains that the only way to actually be safe as you get older is to become rich when you're younger. The 10X Rule is about taking your current goals, multiplying them by 10, and be willing to fight to get what you really want. Key Takeaways: [2:00] Grant’s new venture Act Like Success is based on committing first and figure the rest out later. [7:22] The 10X Rule is based on a concept that the goals, targets and actions people are making are low based on their potential. [9:37] How to stay excited and make your goals 10X. [11:27] Breaking free of middle-class thinking. [18:47] Find power in who you know not what you know. [23:13] You have to do whatever it takes! Website: www.GrantCardone.com @GrantCardone Cardone University

Protecting your intellectual property is one of the more important things that an entrepreneur can do. Whether it's protecting your client list, or protecting yourself from copycats, or just protecting your brand, the wrong move can cost you massive amounts of money. Jason Hartman talks with Robert Klinck, founder of Klinck LLC, about what entrepreneurs need to know about intellectual property law, how to know which avenue you should take, and how to go about protecting your intellectual property without going bankrupt on the fees. Key Takeaways: [1:52] Areas of IP law that people should be focusing on [5:06] Are there times where it's smarter not to file a patent and put your ideas out for the world to see? [8:29] How you can lose your rights to your trademark [11:35] Some of the more economical ways of getting patents/trademarks/etc [15:06] How to make sure your patent is written the right way Websites: www.KlinckLLC.com www.USPTO.gov

One post on Yelp, RipOffReport, or a fake profile on Grindr, and your life can be turned upside down in a heartbeat. In today's online, connected world it doesn't take much for your life or business to be severely damaged if you don't take care of your reputation. But how can you go about doing it when someone has anonymously posted a review? Who can you go after to get it resolved? Jason Hartman picks the brain of one of the most feared defamation lawyers in the United States, Neville Johnson, about just these things. Neville has protected stars like Nancy Sinatra, the Beach Boys, Fleetwood Mac, Moody Blues, and John Lennon. He has some tips on how to properly approach the situation, what we might need to do as a society to change things, and what laws people (and companies) are hiding behind to protect their ability to defame you. Key Takeaways: [1:17] How Neville started getting famous clients and get started in the defamation industry [4:52] The importance of the Communications Decency Act, passed over 20

Jason Hartman talks with Bradley Birkenfeld, financial whistle blower and author of Lucifer’s Banker: The Untold Story of How I Destroyed Swiss Bank Secrecy. Bradley exposed how UBS was helping wealthy Americans commit billions of dollars worth of tax fraud. The information he was able to give US authorities allowed the offshore banking industry to finally be exposed. He's since turned away from the financial industry and is doing what he can to help support whistleblowers all over the world. Key Takeaways: [1:41] A history lesson about the beginning of Swiss banking anonymity. [4:43] The Department of Justice turned Bradley away. [5:49] The banking system and the federal government are closely related. [8:47] Secret numbered Swiss accounts allow for non-traceable illegal activities. [13:09] Bradley was forced to go to the Senate because the DOJ is corrupt. [16:42] Proof the American people were screwed by the Obama administration. [18:26] The U. S. Government and the Swiss Government are in bed together. [23

Jason Hartman talks foreclosure law with Chris Cabanillas of Cabanillas Law Firm. Chris is an expert in foreclosure and shadow inventory. The two discuss how the two relate, and also look into what you should expect from your attorney when dealing with judicial foreclosure. Key Takeaways [1:32] Shadow inventory will continue to increase if foreclosure actions aren't done properly. [6:42] A large amount of foreclosure cases aren't even going to court [10:23] The lenders ability to foreclose varies drastically from state to state [12:45] Chris' advice for those facing foreclosure. [17:04] Higher short sale prices might be due to personal, human aspects [19:13] The fee structure will change depending on the attorney and jurisdiction, but make sure you get a face to face meeting regardless [27:25] Foreign investment is filling up places like Manhattan and the investors may never even spend a night there! Website: www.CabanillasLaw.com Slicing Pie by Mike Moyer

Jason Hartman talks with The Divorce Diva, Vikki Ziegler, about what you need to have prepared in case a divorce comes into your life. Vikki explains that it's important to start protecting yourself before the wedding ceremony is even planned. It might see harsh, but a little planning now can save a lot of time, money, and emotional trauma in the future. She also discusses how to broach the topic of a prenuptial agreement, and what kinds of things people are starting to include in them. Key Takeaways: [1:39] What you need to know to "do divorce right" [4:42] Some tips to make mediation more successful [11:26] With Americans constantly moving around, which state law applies when divorce happens? [14:49] The best way to bring up the idea of a prenup with your significant other [16:40] The growing trend of a social media clause in prenups Website: www.VikkiZiegler.com [tweet_box design="box_04" float="none"]"People shouldn't say it's kind of a death sentence when you get married, I think it's just the beginning