Steve Lehto: author, attorney. Over 26 years of practicing Michigan Lemon Law and more than a dozen books written. Lehto's Law is the podcast reincarnation of the radio show Lehto hosted for many years in Michigan, answering questions on consumer law. www.lehtoslaw.com Twitter: @stevelehto
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The Lehto's Law podcast is a fantastic show hosted by Steve Lehto, a well-respected lawyer and former law enforcement officer. I have been an avid listener for several years now and have thoroughly enjoyed his well-reasoned commentary on legal issues. Steve's discourse is thoughtful, well-intentioned, civil, and typically well-grounded in precedent. He has a knack for explaining complex legal concepts in a way that laymen can understand, making his podcast accessible and informative to all listeners.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Steve's ability to cover a wide range of topics. Whether it's car buying, consumer rights, or police tactics, he provides valuable insights and practical advice on various legal matters. His stories are not only entertaining but also serve as excellent examples to illustrate his points. Additionally, Steve's dedication to helping people shines through in his work. He genuinely wants to assist others and is always willing to offer his expertise.
While I greatly appreciate Steve's perspective on most topics, as a former law enforcement officer myself, I occasionally notice blind spots in his commentary on police tactics. However, this is a minor issue given the overall quality of the podcast. Despite this occasional criticism, Steve's analysis remains insightful and well-informed.
In conclusion, The Lehto's Law podcast is an excellent source of legal information and entertainment. Steve Lehto's expertise and storytelling abilities make each episode binge-worthy for anyone interested in understanding their rights and navigating the legal system. Whether you're looking for practical advice on car buying or simply want to stay informed about legal issues, this podcast is highly recommended.
This happened in Oregon, and one party resubmitted with AI problems in the second filing. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The Coast Guard is asking for help in recovering a beacon that was apparently stolen from a lighthouse in WI in May. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
A new Indiana scratch off lottery ticket appears to be a winner - until it is checked officially, causing many people to complain. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
A woman slipped and fell on mashed potatoes and has filed a lawsuit seeking $1.5 million in damages. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
Supreme Court Rules Against Phone Co's on Jury Trials by Lehto's Law
These are some simple guidelines to know before you testify at a deposition in the US. One thing I forgot to mention is that 'I don't know' is an appropriate response if true. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The parties appear to have reached a settlement - at least they are working toward one. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The woman had asked to be excluded from the casino - which means she probably cannot collect the winnings (and can be cited for trespassing). https://www.lehtoslaw.com
Illinois has a state law protecting gardens. The Institute's website: https://ij.org/
And this is not the first time. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The proposed law failed to pass previously but is now gaining more support. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
This happened in the Milwaukee area. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
According to law enforcement, the problem is that the truck - they say - has a VIN tag that does not belong to that truck. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
the ticket in FL was later dismissed for a 'lack of evidence'. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
But the state supreme court ruled in his favor. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
This is a case I would not want to handle. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
This happened in Scott City, KS. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
Authorities say the temp tags cost the state and local governments millions of dollars in lost revenue. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The police chief was charged after evidence was sold to a pawnshop. They allege that he did it and then tried to cover it up. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
This is an update to a video I did about the trial and verdict. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBYFSOENDPc
Pirelli has announced the cyber tires which will upload driving and road data to your car as well as other cars and the cloud. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
This comes after a jury finding that the company operates as an unlawful monopoly. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The case has been tried and appealed a few times and the 5th Circuit finally said the Plaintiff is entitled to compensation under the Texas state constitution. https://ij.org/
The dealer and the buyer of the truck are both fine with letting the Robins live their lives. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
Courts have allowed search warrants to be supported by hearsay, even though the 4th Amendment clearly calls for an 'Oath or Affirmation' in support - something which would preclude hearsay as a basis. https://ij.org/
The lawsuit involves parks in California; Disney says that the entrances are marked in such a way to allow visitors to avoid having their data collected. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
A dealer demanded more money from a buyer after the sale - and then retook the vehicle when he refused. Here is the video I mentioned where a dealer in Michigan got hit with a big judgment in a similar case. https://youtu.be/jD5bm4jG0Gk
A man told the police he was someone else and managed to get all the way through the guilty plea without anyone realizing he was using someone else's name. The innocent man lost his job as a result and has filed suit against the police. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The institute for Justice is representing the owners of a bar named "The Barbershop Blackstone" because the Barber Examiners in NB have said they cannot use the word "barber" in connection with a business that is not a licensed barber shop. https://ij.org/
A class action has been filed in Ohio over the surpluses from tax foreclosure auctions. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The car is not even registered but a ticket was sent to the museum by NYC after a speed camera spotted a similar car driving too fast. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
Here is the opinion I refer to: https://www.dccourts.gov/sites/default/files/2026-05/Ricciardi%20v.%20DC%20%2024-CV-0718.pdf
The state Supreme Court sent the case back down because the lower court's order contained AI-generated problems - and so did the assistant DA's brief. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
Fined $915K For Cutting Down 38 Big Trees by Lehto's Law
CA alleged that GM was selling data gathered from a portion of OnStar to third party data brokers - they agreed to pay a penalty and have stopped the practice. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The video I reference about how to reduce the odds of being ticketed: https://youtu.be/fIyXUHz6ggY
The trooper was suspended for a day and the driver who was arrested was found Not Guilty. He got his laptop back after tracking it to the house of the trooper. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The new MN law (which is expected to be enacted shortly) reins in HOAs in a variety of good ways. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The state toll system wanted the family to pay $12 on behalf of their deceased relative - but there was no estate and the family had no legal obligation to take care of it. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The state of NY told the man that their records indicate he had an unpaid ticket in another state - as reported by an even different state. And they cannot resolve it - he has to take care of it with the other state(s). https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The law - as currently written - doesn't do all that much. Of course, it could be modified even more and it might not pass at all. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
A judge has sanctioned an attorney for a filing by his subordinate because it contained AI hallucinations - his responsibility arose because he was the attorney of record on the file. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The Institute for Justice found 14 occasions where police misused Flock to - apparently - stalk someone. A great example of something else that can go wrong with Flock cameras. https://ij.org/
I always considered their pricing model to be deceptive so I won't miss Spirit now that they appear to have gone out of business. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
Colorado is looking at having tickets issued to drivers at 6 over the speed limit (by automated speed cameras). https://www.lehtoslaw.com
This time, it is CT looking at such a ban. Michigan already has one. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
CA made it clear that SOMEONE is responsible for a driverless car - whether or not there is someone inside the car operating it. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The deputies were attempting to evict someone from the premises near where the bees were released. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
The woman was arrested the day after her wedding for DUI, even though her breath tested at 0.00 - and the blood tests were negative as well. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
It's not visible from the street and she only owned it for six months. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
A county court put a man's license plate into the system saying he has a warrant, but listed another man's plate as well. The wrong man keeps getting pulled over and no one is able to get the innocent man's plate out of the system. https://www.lehtoslaw.com
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