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Jan 3, 2023

IRAC: There Is No Better Way! Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Nicole Lefton discusses the benefits of using the IRAC structure (Issue, Rule, Application, Conclusion) when outlining your answer to a law school exam essay. Learning Outcomes On completion of the podcast, the student will be able to: 1. Recall the IRAC method for organizing essay exam answers. 2. Recognize some of the […]

8 min

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Dec 23, 2022

Law School Myths: Discussions in Law School Success

Everyone has heard the rumors about law school. Do your first semester grades determine the job you will get after law school? Do you really not have any time to eat, shower, or see friends? In this podcast, four Academic Support professionals take on a series of law school myths. Learning Outcomes On completion of […]

15 min

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Dec 13, 2022

Setting Realistic Expectations in Law School: Discussions in Law School Success

In this podcast, four Academic Support professionals discuss the importance of setting realistic expectations in law school, and provide guidance on how to do so. Learning Outcomes On completion of the podcast, the student will be able to: 1. Recognize what sets law school apart from undergrad. 2. Recognize why it is important to set […]

21 min

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Nov 7, 2022

10 Tips for Essay Exam Writing: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Nicole Lefton provides 10 practical tips and best practices, along with common mistakes you can avoid, for law school essay exam writing. Learning Outcomes On completion of the podcast, the student will be able to: 1. Formulate essay exam answers that are more complete, organized, and engaging. 2. Apply simple techniques to […]

8 min

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Oct 28, 2022

Value and Rights in the Collateral: Discussions in Secured Transactions

This podcast by Professor Jennifer S. Martin focuses on two of the elements needed to attach a security interest to collateral under Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code: value given and a debtor’s rights in the collateral. The security agreement requirement is the subject of a separate podcast. Learning Outcomes On completion of the […]

13 min

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Oct 20, 2022

Power to Transfer Rights and Entrustment Under § 2-403: Discussions in Secured Transactions

This podcast by Professor Jennifer S. Martin focuses on two Article 9 issues: (i) when does a person have sufficient rights to grant an Article 9 security interest even though they have voidable title and (ii) when does the debtor have sufficient rights to grant an Article 9 security interest under the entrustment doctrine. Learning […]

12 min

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Sep 27, 2022

Why Outlining Should Be Called Synthesizing: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Melissa A. Hale discusses why outlining in law school should really be called synthesizing, and gives tips to help you outline (or synthesize!) more effectively. Learning Outcomes On completion of the podcast, the student will be able to: 1. Explain how outlining in law school is actually the process of synthesizing. 2. […]

13 min

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Sep 13, 2022

Special Attachment Rules II: Sales of Accounts, Chattel Paper, Promissory Notes, and Payment Intangibles: Discussions in Secured Transactions

This podcast by Professor Jennifer S. Martin will focus on certain sale transactions that might not satisfy § 9-203’s elements for attaching a security interest but nevertheless fall within the definition of a security interest. These transactions create a security interest due to the form of the transaction, in this case sales of accounts, chattel […]

12 min

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Sep 12, 2022

The Importance of Collegiality and Professionalism: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Melissa A. Hale discusses the importance of collegiality and professionalism in law school and in practice, and gives concrete tips on how to practice being more professional, cooperative, and respectful in your everyday interactions. Learning Outcomes On completion of the podcast, the student will be able to: 1. Recognize the importance of […]

15 min

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Jul 18, 2022

How to Tell If You’re Falling Behind and What You Can Do About It: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Nicole Lefton discusses early warning signs that a law student may be struggling, and gives advice on how to effectively overcome these struggles. The podcast addresses students who may be experiencing difficulty understanding the material as well as students who are having a hard time keeping up with the volume of work. […]

10 min

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Jun 14, 2022

First-Generation Student Experiences: Discussions in Law School Success

In this podcast, Melissa Hale, academic support professional and fellow first-generation student, speaks with two of her students about what it’s like to be a first-generation student in law school. Learning Outcomes On completion of the podcast, the student will be able to: 1. Recall advice about how to tackle law school as a first-generation […]

18 min

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May 26, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – I Didn’t Pass This Time: Retaking the Bar

This is the final episode in the series for the new Audiobook version of the CALI eLangdell® book, Passing the Bar: A Quick Reference Guide For Today’s Law Student (1st Edition), by Allie Robbins. Each week we have been highlighting a new section of the Guide and its audiobook chapters. From the The Bar is Over section, […]

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May 26, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – After the Bar Exam

This is the next episode in the series for the new Audiobook version of the CALI eLangdell® book, Passing the Bar: A Quick Reference Guide For Today’s Law Student (1st Edition), by Allie Robbins. Each week we are highlighting a new section of the Guide and its audiobook chapters. From the The Bar is Over section, the […]

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May 19, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Exam Day Strategies

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May 13, 2022

Types of Law School Exams: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Professor Steven Foster begins by explaining the differences between exams in undergrad and law school. It then introduces the three types of law school exams: multiple choice, short answer and the long essay. Each type of exam is discussed and the student is provided with tips to achieve the maximum number of […]

13 min

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May 12, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Tip of the Week

24 min

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May 5, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Knowing Your Test Center

3 min

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May 5, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Take A Commercial Bar Review Course

3 min

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May 5, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Making Memorization Materials

5 min

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May 5, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Know What Resources are Available to You

3 min

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May 5, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Study Groups: To Use or Not To Use?

3 min

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Apr 29, 2022

Class Participation Tips: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Professor Laura Mott discusses methods to use to make you more comfortable with class participation, including case briefing templates. The podcast will provide you with the opportunity to do a freewriting exercise, explore some research in the field, and learn a few tips on how to hone your approach to speaking out […]

12 min

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Apr 28, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Where Should You Study?

4 min

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Apr 28, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Creating a Daily Schedule

6 min

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Apr 28, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Disconnect From The Movement

3 min

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Apr 28, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Reduce Work Obligations and Plan Your Finances

4 min

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Apr 28, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Unlearn What You Learned About Learning

9 min

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Apr 21, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – For Loved Ones

5 min

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Apr 21, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Prepare Your Family Before the Bar Study Period Begins

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Apr 14, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Trigger Warning: Bar Exam

3 min

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Apr 14, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Critical Exam Skills: Building Confidence and Reducing Anxiety

4 min

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Apr 14, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Remember Why You Are Doing This

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Apr 7, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Registering for the Bar

5 min

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Apr 7, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Multistate Bar Exam (MBE)

7 min

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Apr 7, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Multistate Essay Exam (MEE)

9 min

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Apr 7, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Multistate Performance Test (MPT)

7 min

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Apr 7, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – What is the Uniform Bar Exam?

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Apr 4, 2022

What to Expect in Law School: Discussions in Law School Success

Law school is a vastly different experience from undergraduate work. In this podcast, four academic support professionals – Melissa Hale, Steven Foster, Nicole Lefton, and Laura Mott – reflect on what came as a surprise to them when they entered law school, and share things they wish they would have known then. Learning Outcomes On completion […]

8 min

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Apr 4, 2022

Bar Exam Basics: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Nicole Lefton provides critical information that you should consider before you begin to study for the bar exam. There is a lot to think about even before you start your bar review, whether that’s meeting deadlines or preparing for hurdles. This podcast offers tips and considerations to help you navigate the process […]

18 min

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Mar 30, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – For 1Ls and 2Ls: Using Law School To Prepare For The Bar

9 min

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Mar 24, 2022

Managing Pandemic Stress in Law School: Discussions in Law School Success

In this podcast, four academic support professionals – Nicole Lefton, Steven Foster, Melissa Hale, and Laura Mott – provide strategies for dealing with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic while in law school. The pandemic introduced even greater uncertainty into an already stressful environment. This podcast provides tools to succeed at law school during these […]

14 min

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Mar 23, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – A Note To Social Justice Oriented, First-Generation, and Other Law Students

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Mar 23, 2022

Passing the Bar Guide Audiobook – Preface

Introducing the new Audiobook version of the CALI eLangdell® book, Passing the Bar: A Quick Reference Guide For Today’s Law Student (1st Edition), by Allie Robbins. Each week we will be highlighting a new section of the Guide and its audiobook chapters. To start us off, from the Introduction section, the chapter Preface provides a quick introduction to the Guide […]

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Mar 22, 2022

Learning Tips and Retention: Discussions in Law School Success

This podcast by Professor Steven Foster discusses tips to help you remember more information and to perform better on law school exams. Three learning strategies are explained: spaced repetition, the testing effect, and cognitive schema. Briefly defined, spaced repetition incorporates periodic studying throughout the semester. The testing effect can be more challenging and is exactly […]

9 min

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Nov 23, 2020

The Basics of Consideration and the Bargain Theory: Discussions in Contracts

This podcast by Professor Jennifer S. Martin examines when agreements are enforceable as contracts because they are supported by consideration. The podcast looks at common descriptions of consideration, including benefit-detriment and “bargained-for exchange.” It also considers traditional issues of consideration and common disputes involving unequal bargains, nominal or sham consideration, and past consideration. The podcast […]

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Mar 8, 2018

Warranties: Discussions in Contracts

The topic of this podcast by Professor Scott J. Burnham is a basic overview of when warranties are given for the sales of goods under Article 2 of the UCC. An additional podcast will discuss how warranties can be disclaimed or limited. The primary issue in warranty law is what is the level of quality […]

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Mar 8, 2018

Parol Evidence Rule: Discussions in Contracts

The topic of this podcast by Professor Scott J. Burnham is the Parol Evidence Rule. In general, there is no probem with oral agreements. There are a few exceptions where the agreement has to be evidenced by a writing to satisfy the Statute of Frauds, but by and large oral agreements are perfectly valid. The Parol […]

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Feb 23, 2018

U.C.C. § 2-207: Part 1 – Formation of the Contract: Discussions in Contracts

The topic of this podcast by Professor Scott J. Burnham is formation of the contract under U.C.C. § 2-207. This is the first in a series of three podcasts covering the Battle of the Forms. The second podcast covers Finding the Terms of the Contract. The third covers Written Confirmations. It is best to listen […]

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Feb 23, 2018

U.C.C. § 2-207: Part 2 – Finding the Terms of the Contract: Discussions in Contracts

The topic of this podcast by Professor Scott J. Burnham is U.C.C. § 2-207 Finding the Terms of the Contract. This podcast is the second in a series of three podcasts about § 2-207 of the Uniform Commercial Code, a section often referred to as the Battle of the Forms. The first podcast covered Formation […]

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Feb 23, 2018

U.C.C. § 2-207: Part 3 – Written Confirmations: Discussions in Contracts

The topic of this podcast by Professor Scott J. Burnham is written confirmations under § 2-207 of the U.C.C., a section often referred to as the Battle of the Forms. This is the third in a series of podcasts about § 2-207 of the Uniform Commercial Code. The first podcast covered Formation of the Contract. […]

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Feb 13, 2018

Federal Jurisdiction: Discussions in Contracts

The topic of this podcast by Professor Scott J. Burnham is federal jurisdiction in contracts cases, specifically how the case got to federal court, and what law the federal court will look to in deciding the case. At the conclusion of this podcast you should be able to (1) determine how that a federal court […]

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Jan 30, 2018

Disclaimer of Warranty and Limitation of Remedies: Discussions in Contracts

The topic of this podcast by Professor Scott Burnham is Disclaimer of Warranty and Limitation of Remedies. Warranties provided by the default rules of Article 2 are covered in a different podcast. This podcast will provide a basic overview of how the seller may disclaim warranties or limit the remedies for their breach. Topics covered include […]

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Dec 29, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Fraud and Misrepresentation

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to the assent related defenses of fraud and misrepresentation.There are three sets of defenses that might be used to avoid enforcement of a contract which is otherwise valid: (i) capacity related defenses; (ii) assent related defenses; and (iii) public policy related […]

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Dec 29, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Misunderstanding and Mistake

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin discusses the basic concepts related to the assent related defense of mistake. There are three sets of defenses that might be used to avoid enforcement of a contract which is otherwise valid: (i) capacity related defenses; (ii) assent related defenses; and (iii) public policy related defenses. This podcast will also […]

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Dec 20, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Duress and Undue Influence

There are three sets of defenses that might be used to avoid enforcement of a contract which is otherwise valid. The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to two of the assent related defenses, duress and undue influence. The defense of duress exists to protect against contracts that […]

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Dec 19, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Impossibility, Impracticability and Frustration

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is impossibility, impracticability and frustration. Ordinarily we expect the parties to perform their contracts under the principle of pacta sunt servanda, meaning promises are to be kept. Contract law, though, does provide excuse for non-performance (meaning a party is not in breach) in the event of certain contingencies the […]

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Dec 8, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Overview and Sources of Contract Law

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the identification of the elements of a claim for breach of contract and the primary sources of contract law. From a legal perspective, the word contract refers to a promise or set of promises for which the law gives a remedy. The primary sources of contract […]

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Dec 7, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Mailbox Rule

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to communications in the contracting process governed by the Mailbox Rule. More particularly, we will look at the rules governing the effect of an offeree’s response by mail or an offeror’s attempt to revoke an offer using the mail. At the […]

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Nov 30, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Mutual Assent

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to mutual assent to a contract. In particular, we will look at the requirements for contract formation, particularly the promises that indicate assent. We will also look at what is a sufficient manifestation of assent. At the conclusion of this podcast you […]

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Nov 30, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Defenses Overview

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is an introduction to defenses to enforcement of a contract based upon defects in the bargaining process, capacity of one of the parties, or public policy. There are three sets of defenses to enforcement of a contract which is otherwise valid. The first set of defenses relate […]

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Nov 27, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Incapacity Defenses

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to incapacity defenses to enforcement of a contract, which includes infancy, mental illness, and intoxication. The incapacity defenses seek to protect vulnerable people in society (children, those suffering from mental illness or intoxication) from exploitation by others in the contracting process. […]

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Nov 21, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Statute of Frauds

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to the types of contracts governed by the statute of frauds — that is, statutes that require evidence of the contract in writing. More particularly, we will look at the categories of contracts governed by the statute, what type of writing […]

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Nov 21, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Statute of Frauds under UCC § 2-201

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related Article 2’s statute of frauds. More particularly, we will look at when a contract is governed by § 2-201, the exceptions to the writing requirement of § 2-201, and what type of writing when required is satisfactory. Section 2-201 only applies when […]

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Nov 17, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Invitations to Negotiate

The topic of this podcast, by Professor Jennifer Martin, is the basic concepts related to invitations to negotiate or preliminary negotiations and other types of communications that are not offers. In particular, we will look at the basic attributes of advertisements, price quotations, invitations to bid, and auction sales. At the conclusion of this podcast you […]

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Nov 2, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Option Contracts and Firm Offers

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is how to determine whether the offeror can terminate the offer or whether the offer is irrevocable. Recall that a contract is a promise or set of promises which the law enforces. Ordinarily, the manifestation of mutual assent takes place by virtue of an offer by the […]

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Oct 24, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Duration of Offers

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is how to determine the duration of the power of acceptance in the offeree and whether that power of acceptance has been terminated. Recall that a contract is a promise or set of promises which the law enforces. Ordinarily, the manifestation of mutual assent takes place […]

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Oct 23, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Acceptance

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to acceptance of an offer. Acceptance is simply the name given to the action of an offeree in making the offeror’s promise enforceable. This podcast will look at the basic attributes of acceptance, as well as specific issues related to the […]

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Oct 20, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Manner of Acceptance: Bilateral and Unilateral Contracts

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin explains how to determine if the offer is one that can be accepted by a return promise, a return promise or performance, or whether a return performance is required. Sometimes you will hear reference to bilateral and unilateral contracts. The terms bilateral and unilateral do not relate to the number […]

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Oct 18, 2017

Discussions in Contracts: Offer

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to offers. In particular, the podcast examines the basic attributes of offers and also looks at the particular types of communications that are typically not offers, such as advertisements and price quotations. Cases discussed include Lefkowitz v. Great Minneapolis Surplus Store (fur coat […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Liability of the Parties on a Negotiable Instrument

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin discusses the basics of who is liable on a negotiable instrument and to whom. Why is this important? Oftentimes an examination question will simply ask who’s liable. It is important to use the correct legal terminology when describing responsible parties and claims and to organize claims either by responsible […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Who Can Enforce a Negotiable Instrument

In this podcast Professor Jennifer Martin explains who has the right to enforce a negotiable instrument. The podcast will also discuss enforcement of lost, destroyed, or stolen instruments. Correct terminology is important and this podcast covers terms such as holder, negotiation, person entitled to enforce (PETE), presentment, and dishonor. At the conclusion of this podcast, […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Being a Holder in Due Course: Real Defenses

In this podcast Professor Jennifer Martin discusses the real defenses that can be asserted by an obligor against a holder in due course seeking payment on an instrument. As holder in due course doctrine arises under Article 3 of the Uniform Commercial Code, this topic deals with instruments, typically paper checks and promissory notes. Importantly, […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Being a Holder in Due Course: Personal Defenses

In this podcast Professor Jennifer Martin will introduce you to the protection afforded a holder in due course from defenses to payment arising from personal defenses. As holder in due course doctrine arises under Article 3 of the Uniform Commercial Code, this topic deals with instruments, typically paper checks and promissory notes. Importantly, holders in due […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Who is a Holder in Due Course

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is who is a holder in due course, how someone becomes a holder in due course, and why it’s important. This podcast will explain the distinction between the process of becoming a holder and a holder in due course. Like other podcasts in the Payment Systems […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Instruments Signed for Accommodation

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the obligations and rights of accommodation parties and accommodated parties under Article 3 of the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.), including issues that arise with respect to the settlement of the obligation of the primary obligor. Guarantee transactions present themselves frequently in practice and, because issues […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Fiduciary Duty and Liability of Representatives

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is: (1) when a person that takes an instrument from a fiduciary has notice of the breach of fiduciary duty; and (2) when a representative is bound individually on an instrument. This podcast covers the rules of §§ 3-307 and 3-402. These topics are often covered […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Effect of the Instrument on the Underlying Obligation

The topic of this podcast, by Professor Jennifer Martin, is the relationship between the liability that parties have on an underlying contractual obligation and an instrument that is taken as payment for the same obligation, including using an instrument to achieve an accord and satisfaction as to a contractual dispute. For example, an individual enters […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Negotiable Instruments Vocabulary

In this podcast Professor Jennifer Martin introduces you to the different basic vocabulary and parties you may see when considering a negotiable instrument under Article 3 of the Uniform Commercial Code. Article 3 is tested on a number of bar examinations. It is always important to correctly identify the transaction and its parties when considering […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Fraudulent Signatures, Alterations and Negligence

In this podcast Professor Jennifer Martin addresses the liability that arises when there is a fraudulent signature on an instrument, as well as the effect of alterations and negligence. These rules are covered in Article 3 of the Uniform Commercial Code, which is tested in a number of states on the bar exam. At the […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Employer Responsibility

In this podcast, Professor Jennifer Martin addresses three situations where employers have responsibility for employee fraud related to instruments: (1) where there is a fraudulent indorsement on an instrument either sent to the employer or issued by the employer; (2) where the employee has fraudulently caused the issuance of instruments by the employer; and (3) […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Imposters and Fictitious Payees

The topic of this podcast, by Professor Jennifer Martin, is who has responsibility for losses involving imposters and fictitious payees. This topic deals with instruments, typically paper checks and promissory notes. Most individuals don’t use paper checks very often, but checks and promissory notes are still used in many transactions, particularly larger ones. Moreover, financial […]

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Sep 11, 2017

Payment Systems: Holders

In this podcast, Professor Jennifer Martin explains who a holder is, how someone becomes a holder, and why it is important. This topic deals with instruments, typically paper checks and promissory notes. While we might not use instruments frequently, checks and promissory notes are still used in many transactions, particularly larger ones. Moreover, financial fraud remains […]

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Sep 7, 2017

Payment Systems: Indorsements

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin explains what an indorsement is, the different types of indorsements and why they can be important. Indorsements are covered in Article 3 of the Uniform Commercial Code, which is tested by a number of states on the bar examination. At the conclusion of this podcast, you should be able to […]

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Sep 7, 2017

Payment Systems: Indorsement Liability and Transfer and Presentment Warranties

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is when a party that has suffered a loss can shift the loss to another party who indorsed the instrument or who either transferred or presented an instrument for payment. This is important because oftentimes an examination question will simply ask who is liable, which often […]

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Sep 7, 2017

Payment Systems: Introduction

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basic concepts related to payment systems. In particular, this podcast will introduce some of the payment systems, many of which you probably use regularly. At the conclusion of this podcast, you should be able to (1) identify some of the primary payment systems in the […]

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Sep 7, 2017

Payment Systems: Who Can Bring a Claim on a Negotiable Instrument

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the basics of who can bring which claims on a negotiable instrument and against whom. This is important because oftentimes an examination question will simply ask who is liable. But in practice and sometimes on an examination you will have to answer as to the […]

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Sep 7, 2017

Payment Systems: Credit Cards

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is to introduce the basic attributes of credit cards and how the payment system handles error and fraud. At the conclusion of this podcast, you should be able to (1) identify the primary parties associated with credit card transactions; and (2) identify the applicable legal rules and the […]

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Sep 7, 2017

Payment Systems: Debit Cards

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin introduces students to the basic attributes of debit cards and how the payment system handles error and fraud. Debit cards are governed by the rules of the federal government’s Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) contained in Regulation E. This podcast discusses Regulation E, including issuance of debit cards, disclosures, liability for unauthorized […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Priority: Buyers v. Secured Parties

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is which party will prevail in a competition for collateral as between buyers of the collateral and secured parties. While secured parties might expect to prevail with respect to their collateral most of the time, buyers of goods also have expectations that are protected with respect […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Priority: Sellers v. Secured Parties

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is which party will prevail in a competition for collateral as between sellers and the creditor with a security interest in the debtor’s assets. While secured parties might expect to prevail with respect to their collateral most of the time, sellers of goods to a debtor […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Priority: Purchase Money Security Interests (PMSI)

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is which party will prevail in a competition for collateral as between sellers or lenders having a purchase money security interest (“PMSI”) and other creditors with a security interest in the debtor’s assets. While secured parties might expect to prevail with respect to their collateral most […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Lapse, Continuation, and Termination of Security Interests

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is how a secured creditor goes about maintaining a perfected security interest in order to prevail against others who might claim the same collateral. This topic primarily requires a careful reading of UCC §§ 9-513 and 9-515 and a basic understanding of how a secured party […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: True and Disguised Leases

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin evaluates when a transaction described as a “lease” will be considered a sale with a retention of a security interest and covered by Article 9. In particular, it will describe the situations that suggest that a lease is a true lease and those in which the lease is actually […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Bankruptcy and the Automatic Stay

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is some of the basic concepts of bankruptcy, as well as the automatic stay, and some ways you might find to get around it. While most courses on secured transactions focus on U.C.C. Article 9, which is state law, sometimes you will find that a debtor […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Basics

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin discusses the nature of security interests, as well as some of the basic vocabulary that you will need to understand the concepts, using the rules set forth in the Uniform Commercial Code Article 9. The rules of Article 9 are state statutory law. The primary terms of art associated with […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Perfection of Security Interests

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin discusses how a secured creditor goes about perfecting its security interest in order to prevail against others who might claim the same collateral. This topic primarily requires a careful reading of UCC § 9-310 and a basic understanding of how a secured party attaches its security interest in the first […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: After-Acquired Property and Future Advances

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin explains the use of after-acquired property clauses and future advances given by secured creditors. This topic primarily requires a careful reading of UCC § 9-204 and a basic understanding of how a secured party attaches its security interest in the first place. By the podcast’s conclusion, you should be able to […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Possession, Control, and Automatic Perfection

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin explains how a secured creditor that does not file a financing statement goes about perfecting its security interest in order to prevail against others who might claim the same collateral, and includes tips about the type of questions that might appear in the bar exam. This topic primarily requires a […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Debtors’ Names

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin explains how a secured creditor decides what debtor name it should use on a financing statement when perfecting its security interest. This topic primarily requires a careful reading of UCC § 9-503, § 9-506, and a basic understanding of how a secured party attaches its security interest in the […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Repossession of Collateral

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is the nature of foreclosure of a security interest and, in particular, the right of a secured creditor to obtain possession of collateral after default. Like in many areas of the law a thorough understanding of secured transactions requires you to use the correct vocabulary relevant […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Proceeds and Related Concepts Podcast

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin discusses the transformation of collateral subject to a security interest, in particular whether a security interest exists in proceeds, products, offspring, accessions, and the like. This topic primarily requires a careful reading of UCC § 9-315 and a basic understanding of how a secured party attaches its security interest […]

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Sep 6, 2017

Secured Transactions: Scope of Article 9

The topic of this podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin is to summarize and evaluate the nature of security interests covered by Article 9. It will also cover transactions that are within the scope of UCC Article 9 even though the parties may not have intended to create a security interest. The primary code section associated […]

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Sep 5, 2017

Secured Transactions: Fixtures

This podcast by Professor Jennifer Martin discusses how a secured creditor can perfect a security interest in goods that are or might become fixtures in order to prevail against UCC or real estate claimants of the same collateral. This topic primarily requires a careful reading of UCC § 9-334 and an understanding of what is […]

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Apr 4, 2017

Palsgraf v. Long Island RR Co. PodCast

Prof. Lawrence Wilkins discusses Palsgraf v. Long Island RR Co.

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Aug 21, 2013

The Relationship Between Law School and Jobs

Professor Glesner Fines discusses the relationship between law school and jobs. This is the fifth and final podcast from Professor Glesner Fines that accompanies her book “Materials for Law School Success,” available for free from CALI’s eLangdell® Press. Professor Glesner Fines has written numerous CALI lessons on a variety of legal topics. Her lessons are listed […]

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Aug 21, 2013

Improving Exam Taking Skills by Reviewing Last Semester’s Exams

Professor Glesner Fines explains why you should re-visit last semester’s law school exams to improve your performance this semester and to ensure that you know the subject for use in law practice. Her suggestions include how best to review your own exam and how to prepare for a meeting with your former professor to discuss […]

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Aug 21, 2013

Outlining for Law School Exams

Professor Glesner Fines explains how create an outline for your law school class that reflects what you have learned and prepares you for your exam. This podcast is the third in a series of Lawdibles from Professor Glesner Fines. The series of podcasts accompanies her book “Materials for Law School Success,” available for free from […]

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Aug 20, 2013

Exam Writing and Briefing Cases

Professor Glesner Fines speaks with a 1L student about how to brief a case and the relationship between briefing a case and writing an exam. This podcast is the second in a series from the author that accompanies her book “Materials for Law School Success,” available for free from CALI’s eLangdell® Press. Professor Glesner Fines […]

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Jul 6, 2012

Factors That Influence Law School Success – Barbara Glesner Fines

Professor Glesner Fines speaks with an entering law student about the factors that influence law school success, including resources, attitude, cooperation and challenge. This is the first in a series of podcasts from Professor Glesner Fines that accmpanies her eBook, “Materials for Law School Success,” available for free from CALI’s eLangdell® Press. Professor Barbara Glesner Fines’ numerous CALI […]

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Feb 8, 2012

Comparative Negligence vs. Assumption of Risk – Brigham Fordham

What is the difference between comparative negligence and assumption of the risk? This Lawdible helps students learn to recognize the differences between the two most important affirmative defenses to a negligence claim — assumption of the risk and comparative negligence. Professor Fordham works through a hypothetical that highlights the differences between assumption of the risk and comparative negligence. He then explains […]

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May 4, 2010

Impeaching a Hearsay Declarant Who Does Not Appear in Court – Arthur Best

How can an opponent impeach a hearsay declarant, when the declarant does not appear in court? Find out in this Lawdible. When hearsay is introduced against a party, that party may impeach the Declarant using any techniques that could be used against a witness who testifies live in court. For example, evidence of past convictions […]

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Apr 29, 2010

Ethics issues involving attorney retainers and advances – Barbara Glesner Fines

As an attorney, you will often receive funds from a client before you even perform any services for a client. Many attorneys require payment of a retainer or an advance for future services. What’s the difference between the two? What legal ethics issues do retainers and advances create? Professor Barbara Glesner Fines of the University […]

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Apr 27, 2010

Character Evidence for Impeachment of a Witness – Arthur Best

Evidence about a person’s character for impeachment purposes gets treated differently from evidence about a person’s character to show how he or she acted out of court. What are these differences and why does the law have them? When a party wants to show how someone acted out of court, using character evidence for that […]

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Apr 22, 2010

Causation: Criminal Law vs. Torts – Leslie Yalof Garfield

In this Lawdible, Prof. Leslie Yalof Garfield of Pace Law School discusses the principles of causation, a concept addressed in several first year courses. Professor Garfield points out the difference and similarities between proving causation in Tort and proving causation in Criminal Law. The discussion clearly highlights how the two concepts should be treated in […]

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Apr 20, 2010

Character Evidence: Evidence law’s anti-propensity inference rule and its exceptions. – Arthur Best

Why does so much evidence about a defendant’s character get admitted, even though the law supposedly rejects the propensity inference? This question highlights a fundamental problem in evidence law – the shaky rationale for the anti-propensity rule, and the complications surrounding the many exceptions to the rule. Professor Arthur Best will address these issues and […]

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Apr 12, 2010

How to select case law when writing a legal memo on a state law issue – Karin Mika

Writing a memo on a state law issue involves understanding the nature of jurisdiction and judicial hierarchy. In case selection, the researcher is confronted with selecting the best cases that explain the law as well as selecting supplemental cases that provide for the best factual analogies. In this Lawdible, Professor Karin Mika of Cleveland-Marshall College […]

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Mar 10, 2010

Suspect’s Right to Counsel – Edwin Butterfoss

Both the fifth and the sixth amendments’ rights to legal counsel may apply when authorities are seeking information from a suspect. But how are these rights different? And in what situations do either of these rights apply? In this Lawdible, Suspect’s Right To Counsel, Professor Edwin Butterfoss of Hamline University gives you a very straightforward […]

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Mar 2, 2010

Legal Issues in Cohabitation of Unmarried Couples – Len Biernat

How can unmarried adults protect their interests when living together outside of marriage? In this Lawdible, Professor Len Biernat answers this question and other legal issues involved in the cohabitation of unmarried couples. Along the way, he covers issues of family law and contract law that go along with this situation. Audio: Legal Issues involving […]

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Feb 23, 2010

Hearsay: Truth of the Matter Asserted Questions – Arthur Best

The standard, broad definition of hearsay is “an out-of-court statement offered to prove the truth of whatever it asserts.” The last part of the hearsay definition (“the truth of the matter of whatever it asserts”) is essential to understanding hearsay, but that part can be tricky for law students who first learn the hearsay rule. […]

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Feb 22, 2010

Can Simple Attorney Negligence Equal Incompetence? – Barbara Glesner Fines

In this Lawdible, Prof. Glesner Fines discusses a common question students have in her Professional Responsibility course: can a simple mistake, amounting to nothing more than negligence on the part of the attorney, equal incompetence and leave an attorney open to disciplinary action? We know that simple negligence (for example, a missed filing deadline) can […]

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