301: CSI: Seashells Division

301: CSI: Seashells Division

From #SistersInLaw by Politicon

May 6, 2026 · 20 min · Episode 301

About this episode

Joyce Vance and Barb McQuade answer legal questions covering various topics including judicial powers and small claims court.

In this episode of #SistersInLaw Sidebar, Joyce Vance and Barb McQuade answer your questions on everything from the powers of the judicial branch to pursuing a case in small claims court, and more. They discuss whether the indictment of James Comey is a case of selective prosecution, what happens when a district is reconfigured by gerrymandering, how the assets of estates are allocated without a will, whether the judicial or legislative branch makes the ultimate determination on our laws, pursuing a case in small claims court, and the difference between a copyright and a trademark. Freshen up your spring wardrobe! Get the ReSIStance T-Shirt, Mini Tote, and other #SistersInLaw gear at politicon.com/merch ! Additional #SistersInLaw Projects #SistersInLaw Main Show Jill’s Politicon YouTube Show: Just The Facts Kim’s Newsletter: The Gavel Joyce’s new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable , is now available, and for a limited time, you have the exclusive opportunity to order a signed copy here . Pre-order Barb’s new book, The Fix , or her first book, Attack From Within , now in paperback. Add the #Sisters & your other favorite Politicon podcast hosts on Bluesky Get your #SistersInLaw…

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Hosts: Joyce Vance, Barb McQuade

Topics covered

  • judicial branch powers
  • small claims court
  • gerrymandering
  • selective prosecution
  • copyright vs trademark
  • estate allocation

Keywords

  • judicial branch
  • small claims court
  • gerrymandering
  • selective prosecution
  • copyright
  • trademark
  • estate allocation

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Organizations: Politicon

Books & works: Giving Up Is Unforgivable, The Fix, Attack From Within

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