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.
Laying Down the Law: Accountant Edition
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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.
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July 6, 2023
Flying Tiger, Hidden Dragon
<p>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.<br> <br><strong>The Case in Question: </strong></p><p>Eisenberg v. Flying Tiger Line, Inc. - 451 F.2d 267 (2d Cir. 1971)<br><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-eisenberg-v-flying-tiger-line-inc">https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-eisenberg-v-flying-tiger-line-inc</a></p><p><strong>HOW TO EARN FREE CPE</strong></p><p>In less than 10 minutes, you can earn 1 hour of NASBA-approved accounting CPE after listening to this episode. Download our mobile app, sign up, and look for The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Accounting channel. Register for the course, complete a short quiz, and get your CPE certificate.</p><p><a href="https://app.earmarkcpe.com/?channel_id=e43fe904-9b6c-49ab-bebb-a0d0eeaa4427">Launch the course on EarmarkCPE to get free CPE/CE</a> for listening to this episode.</p><p>Download the app:</p><p>Apple: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728"><strong>https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728</strong></a><br>Android: <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app"><strong>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app</strong></a></p><p>Questions? Need help? Email <a href="mailto:support@earmarkcpe.com"><strong>support@earmarkcpe.com</strong></a>.<br><strong><br>Connect With Billy :</strong></p><p>LinkedIn : <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/declercqwb">https://www.linkedin.com/in/declercqwb<strong> </strong></a><strong><br>Website : </strong><a href="https://declercq.law/">https://declercq.law/</a></p>
June 22, 2023
Tennessee Two-Step
<p>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! </p><p><strong>The Case in Question:<br> <br></strong>Putnam v. Shoaf, 620 S.W.2d 510 (Tenn. Ct. App. 1981)<br><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-putnam-v-shoaf">https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-putnam-v-shoaf</a></p><p><strong>HOW TO EARN FREE CPE</strong></p><p>In less than 10 minutes, you can earn 1 hour of NASBA-approved accounting CPE after listening to this episode. Download our mobile app, sign up, and look for The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Accounting channel. Register for the course, complete a short quiz, and get your CPE certificate.</p><p><a href="https://app.earmarkcpe.com/?channel_id=e43fe904-9b6c-49ab-bebb-a0d0eeaa4427">Launch the course on EarmarkCPE to get free CPE/CE</a> for listening to this episode.</p><p>Download the app:</p><p>Apple: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728"><strong>https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728</strong></a><br>Android: <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app"><strong>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app</strong></a></p><p>Questions? Need help? Email <a href="mailto:support@earmarkcpe.com"><strong>support@earmarkcpe.com</strong></a>.<br><strong><br>Connect With Billy :</strong></p><p>LinkedIn : <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/declercqwb">https://www.linkedin.com/in/declercqwb<strong> </strong></a><strong><br>Website : </strong><a href="https://declercq.law/">https://declercq.law/</a></p>
June 8, 2023
The Only Ship that Doesn't Sail
<p>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.<br> <br><strong>The Cases in Question: </strong></p><p>Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com - 132 N.J.L. 185, 38 A.2d 849 (1944)<br><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com-848616300">https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com-848616300</a></p><p>Fenwick v. Unemployment Comp. Com. - 133 N.J.L. 295, 44 A.2d 172 (1945)<br><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com#:~:text=Conclusion%3A,Chesire.">https://www.lexisnexis.com/community/casebrief/p/casebrief-fenwick-v-unemployment-comp-com#:~:text=Conclusion%3A,Chesire.</a></p><p><strong>HOW TO EARN FREE CPE</strong></p><p>In less than 10 minutes, you can earn 1 hour of NASBA-approved accounting CPE after listening to this episode. Download our mobile app, sign up, and look for The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Accounting channel. Register for the course, complete a short quiz, and get your CPE certificate.</p><p><a href="https://app.earmarkcpe.com/?channel_id=e43fe904-9b6c-49ab-bebb-a0d0eeaa4427">Launch the course on EarmarkCPE to get free CPE/CE</a> for listening to this episode.</p><p>Download the app:</p><p>Apple: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728"><strong>https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728</strong></a><br>Android: <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app"><strong>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app</strong></a></p><p>Questions? Need help? Email <a href="mailto:support@earmarkcpe.com"><strong>support@earmarkcpe.com</strong></a>.<br><strong><br>Connect With Billy :</strong></p><p>LinkedIn : <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/declercqwb">https://www.linkedin.com/in/declercqwb<strong> </strong></a><strong><br>Website : </strong><a href="https://declercq.law/">https://declercq.law/</a></p>
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