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The Biggest Legal Stories, from a BUSY Week!

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Justice Comes to OJ Simpson

Jim and Randal take a lighthearted a look at the weeks top legal stories. OJ Simpson, despite his touching plea to the judge, is sentenced to 33 years in prison (which means 6-9 years in English). And, a 49-year-old mother is convicted of misdemeanors in the case of a schoolgirl who committed suicide after she was the victim of online harassment.

Foreclosures, Presidental Pardons and Celebrities

Right now, ten percent of Americans are in arrears or foreclosure. Plus, major companies are seeking presidential pardons for high-profile white collar criminals. And, more Americans are serving as their own lawyers, with questionable results. And on the all-important celebrity front, the latest legal troubles for convicted dogfighter Michael Vick and accused klepto Winona Ryder.

Listener Questions

Among this weeks listener questionswhat can be done about a neighbor who allows his property to fall into disrepair, what is the difference between libel and slander, is it good to get a second opinion before filing a lawsuit, should we deport all illegal aliens, and do you agree that NY Subway Police should be able to search someone without a warrant?

Friday • March 20

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