If I’ve seen it once, I’ve seen it a million times. I’ve blogged about it a million times. At least it feels that way. I have definitely lectured clients about it about a million times: lying to get out of trouble just winds up getting you into more and more trouble....
Sports
Why are the Olympic Swimmers In Trouble in Brazil?
As usual, I have no idea. But I can guess. Here are some of the rather sketchy “facts” that have emerged so far: Ryan Lochte was out with some of his other superstar swim team members for a night on the town after completing his grueling week in the water, winning...
“Women Lawyers”
‘Women Lawyers’. I really hate that term. I mean, what does it mean anyway? Real lawyers are men? You never hear someone say ‘Men Lawyers’. I just don’t get it, and never have. No, I’m not some perfect sensitive male, eager to garner favor with the “fairer sex”...
OJ Simpson Saved Lives! (Part II: Extreme Cases)
As we shall see, the O.J. Simpson criminal murder trial turned out to be a complete circus. From the “Dancing Ito’s” on Jay Leno to the wall-to-wall coverage of the ten million defense attorneys, all vying for attention in front of the cameras. It was a joke. But the...
Richard Sherman: A True Story of American Racism
Seahawks at Redskins 10/6/14 Huh? Let me explain. I love Richard Sherman. He’s a kind of a hero to me. I’m standing in the Oak Harbor Walmart, the only place to buy Seahawks t-shirts on Whidbey Island. There are three choices: Marshawn Lynch, The Beast, that...
Domestic Violence, the NFL and Constitutional Rights in Criminal Cases
If you are charged with a Domestic Violence crime (or DUI, Drug Offenses, Shoplifting or Murder), you are entitled to representation by a criminal defense attorney, to have a jury trial and cross examine witnesses, and, above all, to be presumed innocent. It is with...
World Cup Opener 2014: Bad Reffing and Fred’s Flopping
Since it is a world cup year we have decided to shift our focus from the law to something more important: Association Football (or soccer). We are going to provide discussion and analysis regarding the most exciting games during the World Cup. First up, Brazil vs....
Domestic Violence and the Home in Washington State
The law has recognized that “every man’s home is his castle.” This does not mean that a homeowner can do whatever he or she pleases or engage in abuse. For example, Ray Rice of the Baltimore Ravens has recently seen that he is not above the law. But it is true that...
Richard Sherman Is The Best In The League and Western Washington Is The Best In the Country
I hope everyone saw Richard Sherman on CNN the other night. If you did you saw an exemplary human being speaking openly with great insight. And, he plays a mean corner. Before the interview, I assured my wife that he would come through. It wasn’t just that I’d seen...
Jerry Sandusky — The Past and the Washington Statute of Limitations
A rape or sex crime victim may feel ashamed, scared, and even perhaps upset with their own self. The psychological impact is devastating. Furthermore, the wrongdoer may be a family member, loved one, a highly respected member of the community, employer, or a person in...