Video Title: The Dumbest Things Said To Me By Other Attorneys - Lehto's Law Ep. 2.19
Channel: Steve Lehto
Speakers: Steve Lehto
Duration: 00:19:45
Introduction
This video features Steve Lehto, an attorney, recounting the most absurd arguments he's encountered from opposing counsel in his legal career. The purpose is to entertain and illustrate the sometimes-bizarre nature of legal arguments.
Key Takeaways
The "Assembly, Not Manufacturing" Argument: An attorney repeatedly argued that a major car manufacturer wasn't a "manufacturer" under lemon law because they only assembled cars, not manufactured every part. This argument was consistently rejected by judges due to the legal definition of a manufacturer.
The "Brake Failure" Case: Opposing counsel's expert crashed a client's car due to brake failure, yet argued that this proved the client's claim was false, asserting different failure modes. The absurdity of this argument led to a settlement.
The "Sticky Note" Asset Transfer: An attorney advised his client to place sticky notes on every item in a car dealership claiming ownership transfer to avoid a judgment. The speaker highlights the legal invalidity of this method.
The "Client's Wishes" Excuse: Attorneys frequently use the excuse of fulfilling client requests to justify frivolous or weak arguments. The speaker stresses the attorney's responsibility to counsel against such actions.
Importance of Attorney Counsel: A good attorney will advise against weak or legally unsound arguments, even if the client insists on them.
