Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/laying-down-the-law-accountant-edition Billy DeClercq, Esq. - a real lawyer - invites comedians and improvisers to discuss real legal cases and concepts. He helps them dissect the case, then they throw it in the improv blender to create comedic magic in completely original scenes. Then, Billy throws off his gloves and goes for the jugular by asking heavyweight questions to find out what makes his guests tick. © 2023 Earmark Media LLC 7ca6c1f7-b558-57f1-8780-6fd039ac7070 no en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:35:31 -0700 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:40:22 -0800 https://img.transistor.fm/KhdBku4c1N_n3stBy6-Wc1MHL3N66XyfUw3Cp8QORSE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzMzODU4LzE2NjM3/ODQ2NzQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition episodic Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy DeClercq, Esq. - a real lawyer - invites comedians and improvisers to discuss real legal cases and concepts. He helps them dissect the case, then they throw it in the improv blender to create comedic magic in completely original scenes. Then, Billy throws off his gloves and goes for the jugular by asking heavyweight questions to find out what makes his guests tick. Billy DeClercq, Esq. Accounting , CPA, Lawyer, Education Earmark LLC No Yes Flying Tiger, Hidden Dragon 11 11 Flying Tiger, Hidden Dragon full f1aced42-20ce-4e9f-82f1-1dcbabf4c3e7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dde33995 In this episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, host Billy DeClercq and guests discuss a shareholders' derivative suit, Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line Inc. from 1971. The plaintiff, Eisenberg, claimed that his vote had been diluted. The key issue was whether it was a derivative or direct claim. The episode also includes interesting facts, such as the disappearance of Flying Tiger Flight 739 during the Vietnam War.
 
The Case in Question:

Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line, Inc. - 451 F.2d 267 (2d Cir. 1971)
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]]> In this episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, host Billy DeClercq and guests discuss a shareholders' derivative suit, Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line Inc. from 1971. The plaintiff, Eisenberg, claimed that his vote had been diluted. The key issue was whether it was a derivative or direct claim. The episode also includes interesting facts, such as the disappearance of Flying Tiger Flight 739 during the Vietnam War.
 
The Case in Question:

Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line, Inc. - 451 F.2d 267 (2d Cir. 1971)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-eisenberg-v-flying-tiger-line-inc

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]]> Thu, 06 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 4278 In this episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, host Billy DeClercq and guests discuss a shareholders' derivative suit, Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line Inc. from 1971. The plaintiff, Eisenberg, claimed that his vote had been diluted. The key issue was whether it was a derivative or direct claim. The episode also includes interesting facts, such as the disappearance of Flying Tiger Flight 739 during the Vietnam War.
 
The Case in Question:

Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line, Inc. - 451 F.2d 267 (2d Cir. 1971)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-eisenberg-v-flying-tiger-line-inc

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]]> Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line, Inc., enjoinment, reorganization, mergers, N.Y. Bus. Corp. Law § 627 No Billy DeClercq Tennessee Two-Step 10 10 Tennessee Two-Step full 26ef2361-5a2e-4075-805e-91a0846869cd https://share.transistor.fm/s/32b53ea9 You're in for a treat with the latest episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition! Billy brings on some amazing guests who dive into a fascinating case about partnership law. The case is called Putnam v. Shoaf, and it all went down in Tennessee in 1981. The dispute centers around the sale of a partnership interest in the Frog Jump Gin Company. They also dive into all sorts of other topics related to law and comedy - so you won't want to miss a moment!

The Case in Question:
 
Putnam v. Shoaf, 620 S.W.2d 510 (Tenn. Ct. App. 1981)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-putnam-v-shoaf

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]]> You're in for a treat with the latest episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition! Billy brings on some amazing guests who dive into a fascinating case about partnership law. The case is called Putnam v. Shoaf, and it all went down in Tennessee in 1981. The dispute centers around the sale of a partnership interest in the Frog Jump Gin Company. They also dive into all sorts of other topics related to law and comedy - so you won't want to miss a moment!

The Case in Question:
 
Putnam v. Shoaf, 620 S.W.2d 510 (Tenn. Ct. App. 1981)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-putnam-v-shoaf

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]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3121 You're in for a treat with the latest episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition! Billy brings on some amazing guests who dive into a fascinating case about partnership law. The case is called Putnam v. Shoaf, and it all went down in Tennessee in 1981. The dispute centers around the sale of a partnership interest in the Frog Jump Gin Company. They also dive into all sorts of other topics related to law and comedy - so you won't want to miss a moment!

The Case in Question:
 
Putnam v. Shoaf, 620 S.W.2d 510 (Tenn. Ct. App. 1981)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-putnam-v-shoaf

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]]> Putnam v Shoaf, specific partnership property, forgery, partnership litigation No Billy DeClercq The Only Ship that Doesn't Sail 9 9 The Only Ship that Doesn't Sail full 5fb1ffb6-728d-4eee-b20e-69e0a41a0217 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b7232f00 In this episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, the hosts delve into the 1945 court case Fenwick v. Unemployment Compensation Committee. The case centered around the employment status of Arline Cheshire, who worked at John Fenwick's beauty shop. The court ultimately ruled that Cheshire was an employee, not a partner, and Fenwick was required to pay unemployment insurance. This case emphasizes the significance of comprehending the legal consequences of partnership agreements and carefully considering their terms.
 
The Cases in Question:

Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com - 132 N.J.L. 185, 38 A.2d 849 (1944)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com-848616300

Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com. - 133 N.J.L. 295, 44 A.2d 172 (1945)
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]]> In this episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, the hosts delve into the 1945 court case Fenwick v. Unemployment Compensation Committee. The case centered around the employment status of Arline Cheshire, who worked at John Fenwick's beauty shop. The court ultimately ruled that Cheshire was an employee, not a partner, and Fenwick was required to pay unemployment insurance. This case emphasizes the significance of comprehending the legal consequences of partnership agreements and carefully considering their terms.
 
The Cases in Question:

Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com - 132 N.J.L. 185, 38 A.2d 849 (1944)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com-848616300

Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com. - 133 N.J.L. 295, 44 A.2d 172 (1945)
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]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3699 In this episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, the hosts delve into the 1945 court case Fenwick v. Unemployment Compensation Committee. The case centered around the employment status of Arline Cheshire, who worked at John Fenwick's beauty shop. The court ultimately ruled that Cheshire was an employee, not a partner, and Fenwick was required to pay unemployment insurance. This case emphasizes the significance of comprehending the legal consequences of partnership agreements and carefully considering their terms.
 
The Cases in Question:

Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com - 132 N.J.L. 185, 38 A.2d 849 (1944)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com-848616300

Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com. - 133 N.J.L. 295, 44 A.2d 172 (1945)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com#:~:text=Conclusion%3A,Chesire.

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]]> Arline Chesire, 1944, beauty shop litigation, Unemployment Compensation Commission, partnership litigation No Billy DeClercq Basia, the Brats and Nina Zagat 8 8 Basia, the Brats and Nina Zagat full 1199a9ee-0bba-4291-96cf-c04056934a1f https://share.transistor.fm/s/39b3ab24 In this course, prepare to be astounded as we dive into the intriguing world of undue influence in the probate area. Join us as we unravel the case of the century involving Seward Johnson, the heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune. Seward's life seemed like a seamless glide through prosperity—until the unexpected twist in his family's tale. Discover the captivating concept of undue influence, where a will or trust can be contested due to claims that the person who created it was unduly influenced by a cunning beneficiary. Picture this: a subsequent spouse, disinherited children, and a fortune hanging in the balance. The drama!

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Barbara Piasecka Johnson
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Piasecka_Johnson

Agreement Reached in Johnson Will Case
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]]> In this course, prepare to be astounded as we dive into the intriguing world of undue influence in the probate area. Join us as we unravel the case of the century involving Seward Johnson, the heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune. Seward's life seemed like a seamless glide through prosperity—until the unexpected twist in his family's tale. Discover the captivating concept of undue influence, where a will or trust can be contested due to claims that the person who created it was unduly influenced by a cunning beneficiary. Picture this: a subsequent spouse, disinherited children, and a fortune hanging in the balance. The drama!

More Reading:
 
Barbara Piasecka Johnson
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Piasecka_Johnson

Agreement Reached in Johnson Will Case
https://apnews.com/article/13318f579a5dc920a6104271eca3d1d2

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]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3434 In this course, prepare to be astounded as we dive into the intriguing world of undue influence in the probate area. Join us as we unravel the case of the century involving Seward Johnson, the heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune. Seward's life seemed like a seamless glide through prosperity—until the unexpected twist in his family's tale. Discover the captivating concept of undue influence, where a will or trust can be contested due to claims that the person who created it was unduly influenced by a cunning beneficiary. Picture this: a subsequent spouse, disinherited children, and a fortune hanging in the balance. The drama!

More Reading:
 
Barbara Piasecka Johnson
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Piasecka_Johnson

Agreement Reached in Johnson Will Case
https://apnews.com/article/13318f579a5dc920a6104271eca3d1d2

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]]> Barbara Piasecka Johnson, Nina Zagat, John Seward Johnson, estate planning, estate litigation, last wills and testaments, contesting wills No Billy DeClercq Nobody Foresees Helen Palsgraf 7 7 Nobody Foresees Helen Palsgraf full 23718192-ad07-48e2-9bb0-700a5473cc22 https://share.transistor.fm/s/57446da1 In this episode, Billy and his guests tackle a case from the 1920s. Despite happening nearly a century ago, the case contains crucial aspects of foreseeability, negligence, and liability, which is why it is explored in many U.S. law schools today. Listen and learn more about this curious case!

The Case in Question:
 
Palsgraf v. Long Island R. Co. - 248 N.Y. 339
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-palsgraf-v-long-island-r-co

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]]> In this episode, Billy and his guests tackle a case from the 1920s. Despite happening nearly a century ago, the case contains crucial aspects of foreseeability, negligence, and liability, which is why it is explored in many U.S. law schools today. Listen and learn more about this curious case!

The Case in Question:
 
Palsgraf v. Long Island R. Co. - 248 N.Y. 339
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-palsgraf-v-long-island-r-co

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]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3287 In this episode, Billy and his guests tackle a case from the 1920s. Despite happening nearly a century ago, the case contains crucial aspects of foreseeability, negligence, and liability, which is why it is explored in many U.S. law schools today. Listen and learn more about this curious case!

The Case in Question:
 
Palsgraf v. Long Island R. Co. - 248 N.Y. 339
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-palsgraf-v-long-island-r-co

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]]> Palsgraf v. Long Island R. Co., Helen Palsgraf, Long Island Railroad Company, 1927, The Supreme Court of New York, Appellate Division No Billy DeClercq Light Up a Ballgame 6 6 Light Up a Ballgame full 3370b489-81c6-4792-999f-f44d10662d42 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e205e69 In this episode, Billy discusses the Shlensky v Wrigley case, which centers around a shareholder's push to install lights at Wrigley Field for night games. Philip K. Wrigley, the director of the Chicago Cubs, opposed the installation. The case highlights the tension between prioritizing shareholder profits and deferring to the judgment of directors.
 
The Case in Question:

Shlensky v. Wrigley - 95 Ill. App. 2d 173, 237 N.E.2d 776 (1968)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-shlensky-v-wrigley

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]]> In this episode, Billy discusses the Shlensky v Wrigley case, which centers around a shareholder's push to install lights at Wrigley Field for night games. Philip K. Wrigley, the director of the Chicago Cubs, opposed the installation. The case highlights the tension between prioritizing shareholder profits and deferring to the judgment of directors.
 
The Case in Question:

Shlensky v. Wrigley - 95 Ill. App. 2d 173, 237 N.E.2d 776 (1968)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-shlensky-v-wrigley

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]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3377 In this episode, Billy discusses the Shlensky v Wrigley case, which centers around a shareholder's push to install lights at Wrigley Field for night games. Philip K. Wrigley, the director of the Chicago Cubs, opposed the installation. The case highlights the tension between prioritizing shareholder profits and deferring to the judgment of directors.
 
The Case in Question:

Shlensky v. Wrigley - 95 Ill. App. 2d 173, 237 N.E.2d 776 (1968)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-shlensky-v-wrigley

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]]> Shlensky v. Wrigley, baseball, Chicago National League Ball Club, Chicago cubs, night games, Wrigley Field No Billy DeClercq Deadly New York Cabs 5 5 Deadly New York Cabs full a4632f06-4379-4e42-9513-498ccbdda908 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8e707185 In this episode, Billy welcomes guests Curtis Retherford, Greenberry Lucas, and Lauren Michaels to discuss a case from 1966 where John Walkovszky was severely injured by a taxicab. The case was brought against the owner of the cab company, William Carleton, and other corporations in which the taxi cabs were registered. The discussion also includes the guests' personal experiences with being hit by cabs in New York City and the liability coverage required for cabs.


The Case in Question:

Walkovszky v. Carlton - 18 N.Y.2d 414, 276 N.Y.S.2d 585, 223 N.E.2d 6 (1966)
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]]> In this episode, Billy welcomes guests Curtis Retherford, Greenberry Lucas, and Lauren Michaels to discuss a case from 1966 where John Walkovszky was severely injured by a taxicab. The case was brought against the owner of the cab company, William Carleton, and other corporations in which the taxi cabs were registered. The discussion also includes the guests' personal experiences with being hit by cabs in New York City and the liability coverage required for cabs.


The Case in Question:

Walkovszky v. Carlton - 18 N.Y.2d 414, 276 N.Y.S.2d 585, 223 N.E.2d 6 (1966)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-walkovszky-v-carlton

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]]> Thu, 13 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3672 In this episode, Billy welcomes guests Curtis Retherford, Greenberry Lucas, and Lauren Michaels to discuss a case from 1966 where John Walkovszky was severely injured by a taxicab. The case was brought against the owner of the cab company, William Carleton, and other corporations in which the taxi cabs were registered. The discussion also includes the guests' personal experiences with being hit by cabs in New York City and the liability coverage required for cabs.


The Case in Question:

Walkovszky v. Carlton - 18 N.Y.2d 414, 276 N.Y.S.2d 585, 223 N.E.2d 6 (1966)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-walkovszky-v-carlton

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]]> New York City, taxi cabs, 1966, liability, multiple corporate structure, fraud No Billy DeClercq Play Ball - or Duck it? 4 4 Play Ball - or Duck it? full d85fad5e-8b45-4499-8b28-02b5be0b4bfa https://share.transistor.fm/s/36a41ed9 On this episode Billy and his guests discuss the case of Manning v. Grimsley. The case is about a spectator who was hit by a ball thrown by the pitcher during a baseball game, and it raises the question of whether the employer of the pitcher can be held liable for the harm caused by their employee. The discussion also touches on the faulty fence surrounding the field, and the assumption of risk that comes with attending a baseball game.

The Case in Question:

Manning v. Grimsley - 643 F.2d 20 (1st Cir. 1981)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-manning-v-grimsley

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]]> On this episode Billy and his guests discuss the case of Manning v. Grimsley. The case is about a spectator who was hit by a ball thrown by the pitcher during a baseball game, and it raises the question of whether the employer of the pitcher can be held liable for the harm caused by their employee. The discussion also touches on the faulty fence surrounding the field, and the assumption of risk that comes with attending a baseball game.

The Case in Question:

Manning v. Grimsley - 643 F.2d 20 (1st Cir. 1981)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-manning-v-grimsley

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]]> Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:53:15 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3652 On this episode Billy and his guests discuss the case of Manning v. Grimsley. The case is about a spectator who was hit by a ball thrown by the pitcher during a baseball game, and it raises the question of whether the employer of the pitcher can be held liable for the harm caused by their employee. The discussion also touches on the faulty fence surrounding the field, and the assumption of risk that comes with attending a baseball game.

The Case in Question:

Manning v. Grimsley - 643 F.2d 20 (1st Cir. 1981)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-manning-v-grimsley

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]]> Manning v Grimsley, Fenway Park, Boston, Ross Grimsley, battery, directed verdics No Billy DeClercq Honey I Blew Up The Car 3 3 Honey I Blew Up The Car full 768d271d-39a8-4e9c-8f9b-3f39c867ee6c https://share.transistor.fm/s/431ac1ff In this episode, Billy and his guests discuss a legal case called Hoover versus Sun Oil Co. They debate whether Sun Oil Co. should be liable for injuries caused at one of their service stations operated by Barone. This episode was recorded live in front of an audience.

The Case in Question:

Hoover v. Sun Oil Co. - 58 Del. 553, 212 A.2d 214 (1965)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-hoover-v-sun-oil-co

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]]> In this episode, Billy and his guests discuss a legal case called Hoover versus Sun Oil Co. They debate whether Sun Oil Co. should be liable for injuries caused at one of their service stations operated by Barone. This episode was recorded live in front of an audience.

The Case in Question:

Hoover v. Sun Oil Co. - 58 Del. 553, 212 A.2d 214 (1965)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-hoover-v-sun-oil-co

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]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:21:57 -0700 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3535 In this episode, Billy and his guests discuss a legal case called Hoover versus Sun Oil Co. They debate whether Sun Oil Co. should be liable for injuries caused at one of their service stations operated by Barone. This episode was recorded live in front of an audience.

The Case in Question:

Hoover v. Sun Oil Co. - 58 Del. 553, 212 A.2d 214 (1965)
https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-hoover-v-sun-oil-co

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]]> John Smilyk, Gerald and Jule Hoover, Barone, Sun Oil Company, personal injury, negligence No Billy DeClercq The Problem With Painters 2 2 The Problem With Painters full 2e3bd0c7-38c3-48d4-a583-953eb1351d24 https://share.transistor.fm/s/de6313a1 On this episode, Billy and his guest go over the case of Mill Street Church of Christ v Hogan. Hear all about workers comp and what constitutes someone an employee for a company.

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]]> On this episode, Billy and his guest go over the case of Mill Street Church of Christ v Hogan. Hear all about workers comp and what constitutes someone an employee for a company.

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]]> Thu, 02 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0800 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3649 On this episode, Billy and his guest go over the case of Mill Street Church of Christ v Hogan. Hear all about workers comp and what constitutes someone an employee for a company.

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]]> Accounting , CPA, Lawyer, Education No Coach Wreck 1 1 Coach Wreck full c4df9419-0b78-4382-9292-912d474b8c84 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d80c596 In this inaugural episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, Billy and his guests, Blake Oliver, Curtis Retherford, and Lauren Michaels, discuss the case of Gorton v Doty. What happens when you loan your car to someone? If they cause an accident, are you liable? Keep listening to find out how it went down in this case.

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]]> In this inaugural episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, Billy and his guests, Blake Oliver, Curtis Retherford, and Lauren Michaels, discuss the case of Gorton v Doty. What happens when you loan your car to someone? If they cause an accident, are you liable? Keep listening to find out how it went down in this case.

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]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2023 13:31:44 -0800 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 3513 In this inaugural episode of Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition, Billy and his guests, Blake Oliver, Curtis Retherford, and Lauren Michaels, discuss the case of Gorton v Doty. What happens when you loan your car to someone? If they cause an accident, are you liable? Keep listening to find out how it went down in this case.

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]]> accounting, law, lawyer, CPA, Esq, Car Accident, Case Study, improv, Earmark, No Billy DeClercq Thanks For Subscribing Thanks For Subscribing bonus 35cb75d6-bf10-4f11-9389-22e788e165e6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b38e289a Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:43:18 -0800 Billy Declercq, Esq. Billy Declercq, Esq. 12 law, lawyer, accounting, accountant, case study, ethics, CPA, CPE, Earmark, No Billy DeClercq