Let me begin by saying, “I’m devastated.” I mean, I really thought they were going to make it. Everything was working in their favor. They were both rich, both on T.V., they both stand on opposite ends of the height spectrum, they had their lives/wedding aired on E!; this was literally a match made in [...]
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Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries Getting Divorced – Ashamed to Even Be Writing This Headline
Posted by Allen DeVries on November 1st, 2011
Orange County Superior Court Rules in Contentious Medical Marijuana Case
Posted by Skye Daley on September 23rd, 2011
Recently, Judge Chaffee of the Orange County, California, Superior Court ruled in what has become one of the most watched medical marijuana cases in California. The ruling in Qualified Patients’ Association v. City of Anaheim comes after years of contentious legal sparing, and the involvement of the state’s appellate court. For those of you not [...]
Article CONTEST! Enter to Win $50 at Amazon.com!
Posted by Allen DeVries on September 7th, 2011
What We Want: Write a short blurb on your favorite legal topic. Make it original, make it interesting, make us want to pay you $50! We’re looking for the most interesting and relevant legal article you can write. The topics can be anything from law school to life as an attorney or anything else you [...]
Flash Mobs and You
Posted by Scott W. on September 3rd, 2011
Recently, rapper “Machine Gun Kelly” was arrested by police for, of all things, organizing a flash mob. Flash mobs aren’t new, but they have recently become quite popular in mainstream society (at least for those under the age of 30). Other than their existence being annoying (flash mobs were originally utilized as a form of political expression in [...]
Law School Grad? Can’t Find a Job? Apparently You Can Sue Your Alma Mater
Posted by Allen DeVries on August 15th, 2011
At least that’s the route some recent law school grads are taking. Most recently, as reported on Yahoo.com, a lawsuit has been filed against New York Law School by three former graduates in a $200 million class action suit. What could they be suing for? Misleading information regarding career prospects. All, or at least most, law [...]
New Police Technology (MORIS) Could Be A “Game Changer”
Posted by Allen DeVries on July 28th, 2011
New technology has just been released which will allow police officers to identify an individual on a moment’s notice through their eyes, fingerprints, or facial recognition. The new device, named Mobile Offender Recognition and Information System (MORIS), has been described as a “game changer” by Sheriff Joseph McDonald. According to FoxNews, the new device can [...]
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1 Comment »Judge Rules GPS Tracking of Spouse is OK
Posted by Scott W. on July 10th, 2011
A state appellate court in New Jersey ruled that the tracking of a man by his now ex-wife did not constitute an invasion of privacy. The ruling, which is a no doubt good news for the private investigation and services business does raise major red flags for citizens, not only in New Jersey but nationwide. [...]
Ron Artest Changing His Name to “Metta World Peace”
Posted by Allen DeVries on June 24th, 2011
I thought this was a joke for approximately 2.5 seconds and then instantly remember not only had a famous athlete before him done something similar, but this is also Ron Artest we’re talking about. This is the same guy that auctioned off his NBA Championship ring and may or may not have been involved in [...]
If You Thought Mark Cuban Was Bold, Check Out His Lawyer
Posted by Allen DeVries on June 23rd, 2011
The Dallas Mavericks are being sued by a minority share holder for among other things, making what can be summed up as detrimental business decisions that this minority share holder claims are lowering his investment worth. In response, the Mavericks did the sensible thing; they filed a motion for summary judgment. The motion, which should [...]
Need a Lawyer? Apparently There’s An App For That
Posted by Allen DeVries on June 20th, 2011
In the case that you’re out at an ungodly hour and happen to allegedly commit a crime and need counsel, assuming you haven’t had your cell phone confiscated, you can use the new app LawyerUp to find legal counsel. According to Gizmodo, the app puts you in touch with a pre-screened, bar-approved attorney within 15 [...]
