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Federal Courts 1-Day Sentence for White Collar Felon Vacated by 6th Cir.

1-Day Sentence for White Collar Felon Vacated by 6th Cir.

By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on

What's the primary reason a sentence is imposed: to punish the offender or to deter others? If it's the former, then a white collar criminal -- who has...

Federal Courts Gay Marriage at the 6th Cir.: Countdown to Aug. 6 Oral Arguments

Gay Marriage at the 6th Cir.: Countdown to Aug. 6 Oral Arguments

By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on

On August 6, 2014, the Sixth Circuit will hear oral arguments in five consolidated cases addressing same-sex marriage bans in every state in the circuit --...

Federal Courts Ex-Judge Wade McCree Can't Be Sued for Impregnating Witness

Ex-Judge Wade McCree Can't Be Sued for Impregnating Witness

By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on

"Hot dog, yep that's me. I've got no shame in my game." No shame and no liability. We've covered Ex-Judge Wade McCree's extra-judicial activities before:...

Federal Courts Detroit Bankruptcy, Same Sex Marriage Appeals and Child's Testimony

Detroit Bankruptcy, Same Sex Marriage Appeals and Child's Testimony

By Gabriella Khorasanee, JD | Last updated on

The Sixth Circuit is progressing with cases related to same sex marriage, as it consolidated appeals for all cases pending in that circuit. Meanwhile, the...

Federal Courts For Now, Insane Clown Posse Fans, aka Juggalos, Are Gang Members

For Now, Insane Clown Posse Fans, aka Juggalos, Are Gang Members

By Gabriella Khorasanee, JD | Last updated on

You may not be familiar with Insane Clown Posse's music, but you probably are familiar with the way they look. I mean, how many rappers do you know that wear...

Federal Courts Same Sex Marriage, Amish Beard Cutting, New Trial for Death Row Inmate

Same Sex Marriage, Amish Beard Cutting, New Trial for Death Row Inmate

By Gabriella Khorasanee, JD | Last updated on

The Sixth Circuit is seeing a lot action lately on the same sex marriage front, with all four states in the circuit facing appeals on the issue. As the Sixth...

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