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Sandbagging, Summation, and A Bench-Slapping: Just Admit the Error!
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
Judge Gilman: Alright, then why didn't you raise this [lack-of-luggage] argument in your first argument on summation? Assistant U.S. Attorney, Steve Miller:...
9th Hears Oral Arguments in Gay Juror Batson Challenge Case
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
It's looking more and more likely that the Ninth Circuit will extend Batson v. Kentucky, preventing parties from striking potential jurors on the basis of...
Impersonating Suspect on Cell Phone Not Covered by Consent
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
Clever cop -- but a bit too clever. Andres Lopez-Cruz was driving along in San Diego county when he was pulled over by Border Patrol agents for "driving...
Bonds' Obstruction Conviction Upheld for Rambling Truthful Answer
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
When does a truthful statement amount to obstruction of justice? How about this colloquy, between a prosecutor and baseball not-Hall of Famer Barry...
3rd Time Not a Charm for Abercrombie; Loses 3rd Hijab Case
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
Umme-Hani Khan worked at Abercrombie & Fitch's Hollister-branded store in San Mateo, California, for approximately five months. She was an "impact...
Important Decision for Free Speech in Academia
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
He may get nothing out of this case, but former Washington State University tenured professor David Demers' wrangling with the school over free speech and...
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