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The Law School of America podcast is designed for listeners who what to expand and enhance their understanding of the American legal system. It provides you with legal principles in small digestible bites to make learning easy. If you"re willing to put in the time, The Law School of America podcasts can take you from novice to knowledgeable in a reasonable amount of time.

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00:42:03

Evidence Law (Part 7 of 7): Hearsay Exceptions –...

Law School ·

2025/10/19

This conversation delves into the core doctrines of evidence law, focusing on burdens of proof, judicial notice, privileges, and hearsay exceptions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying principles and policies that govern these legal concepts, providing listeners with a comprehensive framework for navigating evidence law in exams and practical applications.Imagine standing in a courtroom, the stakes high, and the truth hanging in the balance. Evidence law is the

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00:33:48

Evidence Law (Part 6 of 7): Hearsay Exceptions –...

Law School ·

2025/10/18

This conversation delves into the complexities of hearsay in legal evidence, focusing on Federal Rule of Evidence 803 and its exceptions. The discussion provides a systematic approach to understanding hearsay, emphasizing the importance of context, spontaneity, and the reliability of statements. Key exceptions such as present sense impression, excited utterance, and business records are explored in detail, along with their requirements and limitations. The conversation also touches on the

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00:34:42

Evidence Law (Part 5 of 7): Hearsay – Definition and...

Law School ·

2025/10/17

This conversation delves into the complexities of hearsay in evidence law, particularly focusing on Federal Rule of Evidence 801. The discussion covers the definition of hearsay, the policy reasons behind its exclusions, and the distinctions between hearsay exclusions and exceptions. Key concepts such as the TOMA framework, non-TOMA purposes, and the implications of the Confrontation Clause are explored, providing a comprehensive understanding of hearsay and its application in legal contexts.In the

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00:36:14

Evidence Law (Part 4 of 7): Witness Competency,...

Law School ·

2025/10/16

Welcome back to the Deep Dive, where we unravel the complexities of evidence law. If you're preparing for finals or the bar exam, understanding the intricacies of witness testimony is crucial. Today, we delve into the foundational aspects of trial practice, focusing on Articles 6 and 8 of the Federal Rules of Evidence.This conversation delves into the intricacies of impeachment, focusing on its purpose, methods, and the significance of bias and motive in legal contexts. The discussion highlights

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00:34:36

Evidence Law (Part 3 of 7): Prior Bad Acts, Habit,...

Law School ·

2025/10/15

This episode dives into the complexities of evidence law, focusing on the rules surrounding character, habit, and policy exclusions. It covers the notorious rules 404, 406, 407, and 408, providing an analytical roadmap to help listeners decode these rules and maximize their exam points. The discussion includes the forbidden propensity inference, the distinction between character and habit, and the MIMIC exceptions, all while emphasizing the importance of understanding the inferential chain and the

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00:38:26

Evidence Law (Part 2 of 7): Character Evidence

Law School ·

2025/10/14

This episode dives deep into the complexities of character evidence in law, focusing on Federal Rules of Evidence 404 and 405. It explores the strategic considerations, exceptions, and the balance between fairness and truth in legal proceedings.In the intricate world of evidence law, character evidence stands as one of the most challenging areas for law students and practitioners alike. This blog post delves into the nuances of character evidence, focusing on Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE) 404 and

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00:28:11

Evidence Law (Part 1 of 7): Introduction to Evidence...

Law School ·

2025/10/13

In this episode of Deep Dive, we explore the intricacies of evidence law, focusing on the federal rules of evidence 401, 402, and 403. We discuss the importance of these rules in shaping the factual universe considered by judges and juries, and how they serve as gatekeepers in litigation. The conversation delves into the balance between logical relevance and the potential for unfair prejudice, confusion, or waste of time, emphasizing the role of judges in maintaining fairness and efficiency in

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00:30:29

Tort Law (Part 7 of 7): Torts Review and Bar Exam...

Law School ·

2025/10/12

A comprehensive exploration of tort law, focusing on negligence, intent, and strict liability. The discussion delves into the nuances of torts, including the importance of understanding intent in torts versus criminal law, the role of negligence in tort law, and the concept of strict liability. Key cases and examples are used to illustrate these principles, providing valuable insights for law students and professionals.In the intricate world of law, torts stand as a fundamental pillar, shaping the

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00:41:31

Tort Law (Part 6 of 7): Damages, Vicarious Liability,...

Law School ·

2025/10/11

This conversation provides a comprehensive overview of tort law, focusing on the various types of damages, including compensatory, punitive, and nominal damages. It delves into the complexities of calculating damages, the role of vicarious liability, and the distinctions between wrongful death and survival actions. The discussion also covers important defenses such as mitigation of damages and the implications of statutes of limitations and repose. Overall, it serves as a valuable resource for

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00:40:09

Tort Law (Part 5 of 7): Defamation, Privacy, and...

Law School ·

2025/10/10

This conversation delves into the complexities of intentional torts, focusing on defamation, privacy torts, and economic torts. The discussion highlights essential elements, defenses, and constitutional considerations that law students must grasp for exams. Key topics include the nuances of defamation per se, the defenses available to defendants, the impact of the First Amendment on defamation claims, and the evolving landscape of privacy rights in the digital age. The conversation also touches on

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00:39:30

Tort Law (Part 4 of 7): Strict Liability

Law School ·

2025/10/09

This conversation provides a comprehensive overview of strict liability in tort law, detailing its principles, foundations, and implications. The discussion covers the transition from negligence to strict liability, the categories of strict liability including abnormally dangerous activities, animal liability, and product liability. It also explores defenses against strict liability claims and the underlying policy and economic considerations that shape the application of strict liability in modern

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00:41:53

Tort Law (Part 3 of 7): Negligence

Law School ·

2025/10/08

This conversation provides a comprehensive overview of the tort of negligence, focusing on its four essential pillars: duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. The discussion delves into the nuances of each pillar, including the standards of care, the importance of foreseeability, and the various doctrines that assist in proving negligence. Additionally, it covers defenses against liability, such as contributory and comparative negligence, and the concept of assumption of risk. The

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00:37:15

Tort Law (Part 2 of 7): Intentional Torts

Law School ·

2025/10/07

This conversation delves into the complexities of intentional torts, focusing on the mental state required for liability, the distinctions between various property torts, and the nuances of defenses such as consent and necessity. It also explores the implications of vicarious liability, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts for legal exams and practical applications in tort law.In the realm of intentional torts, understanding the nuances of mental state, substantial certainty,

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00:45:40

Torts Law (Part 1 of 7): Introduction to Torts Law

Law School ·

2025/10/06

This conversation provides a comprehensive overview of tort law, focusing on the foundational concepts of intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability. The discussion delves into the distinctions between different types of torts, the importance of consent, various defenses available in tort cases, and the nuances of causation and damages. The conversation emphasizes the complexities of tort law and the ongoing tension between legal principles and social justice.In the realm of tort law,

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00:35:23

Contracts(Part 7 of 7): Third-Party Rights and...

Law School ·

2025/10/05

This conversation provides a comprehensive overview of third party rights and contract discharge in contract law. It explores the roles of third party beneficiaries, the distinctions between intended and incidental beneficiaries, and the processes of assignment and delegation. The discussion also covers the various ways contracts can be discharged, including mutual agreement, unforeseen events, and operation of law, while emphasizing the importance of intent and the implications of these concepts

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00:32:23

Contracts (Part 6 of 7): Remedies for Breach of Contract

Law School ·

2025/10/04

This conversation delves into the complexities of contract remedies, focusing on the interests protected by law, the types of legal and equitable remedies available, and the limitations on recovery. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the expectation, reliance, and restitution interests, as well as the nuances of foreseeability and mitigation in determining damages. The discussion also touches on the intersection of contract and tort law, highlighting the strategic considerations for

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00:40:22

Contracts (Part 5 of 7): Performance, Breach, and...

Law School ·

2025/10/03

This conversation delves into the complexities of contract law, focusing on performance, breach, and conditions. It outlines a structured approach to understanding these concepts, emphasizing the differences between common law and UCC standards, the importance of express versus constructive conditions, and the various excuses for non-performance. The discussion also covers anticipatory breach and repudiation, providing a comprehensive framework for law students preparing for exams.Navigating the

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00:43:44

Contracts (Part 4 of 7): Contract Terms and...

Law School ·

2025/10/02

This conversation provides an in-depth analysis of contract terms and interpretation, focusing on the distinctions between promises and conditions, the classification of contract terms, and the interpretation of ambiguous language. It also covers the implications of implied terms under the UCC, the nature of warranties in sales of goods, and the legal requirements for disclaiming warranties. The discussion concludes with an overview of breach and remedies under UCC Article 2, emphasizing the

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00:52:13

Contracts (Part 3 of 7): Statute of Frauds and the...

Law School ·

2025/10/01

This conversation delves into the critical doctrines of contract law, specifically the Statute of Frauds (SOF) and the Parole Evidence Rule (PER). It explores their roles in determining enforceability and the terms of contracts, respectively. The discussion highlights the UCC's exceptions, common law principles, and the philosophical debates surrounding formalism versus contextualism in contract law. Through case studies and practical applications, the conversation aims to provide a

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00:55:01

Contracts (Part 2 of 7): Defenses to Formation and...

Law School ·

2025/09/30

This conversation delves into the complexities of contract law, focusing on the various defenses that can render contracts voidable or unenforceable. It covers essential topics such as capacity, consideration, misrepresentation, duress, unconscionability, and the doctrines of impracticability and frustration of purpose. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the legal frameworks and policies that govern contract formation and enforcement, providing listeners with a comprehensive

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