Story here. The charges were a big stretch, the plea (no contest to two misdemeanors) is a prosecution face-saving move. “We can’t afford to dismiss the charges, but offer him a misdemeanor and a fine that will be less than his legal costs.”
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Suing on Social Media: What You Need to Know
Social media platforms provide an opportunity for many to have a voice and share information. They help friends and families to stay connected, and supply businesses with new ways to reach out to clients. Yet, despite social media regulations, false or defamatory content often appears online. In fact, users who post defamatory, reckless, or inappropriate comments are often rewarded with more attention.
How often do you post a life update on social media without thinking about it? Or read a snarky tweet about a stranger? Although many people forget, social media is a public platform where comments can impact other
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A Road Map for Arguing Damages (Vol. 1): Tell the Truth
In this new series, I discuss how we approach presenting damages – how we tell our clients’ stories. Today I start with the most basic rule. Tell the Truth.
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How an FHA Mortgage Can Help you Become a Homeowner
Buying a home is one of the best investments you can make. In general, home prices trend up over time, meaning most homeowners make a profit off their investment. However, the one hurdle to homeownership is down payments. Saving up for a downpayment can be a timely and challenging goal. If you have a dream […]
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Just keep fighting. Keep your mouth shut. Work hard
Monday night I watched the college football National Championship game between Alabama and Georgia. You probably know (or in case you don’t) Georgia won after it looked like their quarterback fumbled away the game with around 11 minutes to go in the game by playing great defense and the quarterback stepping up and seemingly willing his team’s offense to play better. Why am I telling you this? Because after Georgia won, quarterback Stetson Bennett was interviewed and in response to how he lead his team back he said “Just keep fighting. Keep your mouth shut. Work hard. Life is tough,
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IT'S THE NEW YEAR, QUIT PROCRASTINATING AND GET YOUR WILL DONE!
It’s that time of year again … starting fresh with New Year’s resolutions galore!
In addition to that, the coronavirus pandemic has many people deeply concerned about their health and wondering what will happen to them and/or their loved ones if they contract the virus. For so many, the eventuality of death seems more real and more imminent than ever. Because of this, sales of online wills and legal documents have absolutely exploded over the past few months.
As a word to the wise, however, do not put your estate planning into the hands of others that may not help
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How to Prevent an E-Verify Tentative Nonconfirmation (TNC)
Imagine, for just a moment, that you’re in HR and you’ve just been “voluntold” to manage your organization’s E-Verify compliance […]
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Ryley Carlock & Applewhite Shareholder Michael D. Moberly Authors Article in Arizona Nurse Advocating for Nurse-Patient Privilege
Ryley Carlock & Applewhite Shareholder Michael Moberly’s article advocating the recognition of a nurse-patient evidentiary privilege was published in the January 2022 issue of Arizona Nurse. His full article can be accessed here.
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Why Left Turns Are the Most Dangerous Maneuver
Left turns are so dangerous that many companies in the business of driving avoid them all together. UPS has famously had a “No Left Turn” policy for over a decade. And there is even growing commentary that left turns should be abolished.
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The Law Library Can Help You Shine for On Campus and Virtual Interviews
Law students send resumes far and wide with the hope of landing their dream placement. During On Campus Interviews, or OCI, you won’t have to venture far, or maybe you’re interviewing via Zoom or similar software. The Law Library can help you highlight the knowledge and skills that will help you stand out from the crowd.
The Library’s reference librarians are happy to meet with job seekers to help you research firms and other employers. We can help you identify cases that attorneys have argued to assemble talking points, find judges’ past decisions, and gather details such as the types of
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The “Just World” phenomenon and the malpractice jury
The “just world” phenomenon is the name given to the tendency of human beings to believe that the world is just and that people get what they deserve. It is a form of cognitive bias. We all have this tendency to a certain extent, with some believing it more strongly than others. We want to believe the world is fair. We want to believe that if we work hard and follow the rules, we will be rewarded, or at least not punished. It doesn’t always work out that way, of course. Bad things sometimes happen to good people. Bad people
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Who Is at Fault When a Mechanical Failure Causes a Car Accident?
Car accidents in Arizona happen for a variety of reasons. In many cases, the cause of a car accident is driver error, such as speeding or distracted driving. Sometimes, however, an investigation finds that mechanical failure caused an accident. If you get into a car accident involving mechanical failure, find out who may be at fault and responsible for paying for your bills.
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Book Review: The . . . Guide to Doing Well and Being Well (Lawyers, it applies to you too!)
I finished my first[1] book of the year this weekend—The Law Student’s Guide to Doing Well and Being Well by Professor Shailini Jandial George.[2] Although it is geared toward law students, as I will explain below, it is a book…
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My Covid Perceived Injurious Experiences
I got covid. So did my wife, Ann. Our daughter and son-in-law stayed with us for the week leading up to Christmas, and they spent some time with his family. We assume that we got it from them and they got it from his family. Throughout the pandemic, Ann and I have been very cautious. … Continue reading My Covid Perceived Injurious Experiences →
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Supreme Court, Covid, and reactions
Justice Gorsuch incorrectly says “I believe” flu kills hundreds of thousands, correct number tens of thousands, and people go nuts. He’s displaying his ignorance, spreading disinformation, making false statements, etc.
Justice Sotomayor says Covid has put 100,000 children in the hospital, actual number 700-3,300, and nobody seems much concerned.
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The Supreme Court and COVID: Depressing
The U.S. Supreme Court and COVID: Depressing The Supreme Court and COVID: Depressing Let’s be clear: the U.S. Supreme Court has not ruled in NFIB v. OSHA, No. 21A244 and Biden v. Missouri, No. 21A240. Pigs might fly, too – like the one who lives in the wooden frame on the wall in my family […]
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