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GEICO isn't off the hook yet, but this may (or may not) help. Related StoriesBalloonist's Lawyer Says Ex-Parrots Died Simultaneously of Natural CausesParents Sue Their Son, Demanding Grandchild or $650,000 in Compensation
"Thanks so much for this memento of my failure," Chief Inspector Abberline probably said. Related StoriesGeoffrey Chaucer Cleared of Rape AllegationRussian Lawmaker Says He Wants Alaska BackBill Would Authorize Letter of Marque and Reprisal to Whoever Will Steal Putin's Yacht
I'm not sure this included his arrest, but I hope so. Related StoriesSuspect Claiming Mistaken Identity Says Someone Tattooed Him Without His KnowledgeLegislator Regrets Appearing for Session via Zoom From Toilet StallREMINDER: Choose an Alias That Doesn't Already Appear on a Warrant
In this edition: a bad night to steal, another rock'n'roll lawsuit, a judicial mooning, and a reminder that it is illegal to taunt a police dog. Related StoriesAssorted Stupidity #152Assorted Stupidity #151Assorted Stupidity #150
At long last. Related StoriesGeoffrey Chaucer Cleared of Rape AllegationFlatulent Barrister Loses Flatulence-Discrimination CaseCourt: “Kill Four People, That's Grounds for Termination”
An injustice that must be punished. Related StoriesNirvana Beats Former Baby's LawsuitTwenty-One-Octillion-Dollar Demand Still Not a Record
Someone also "tampered with" his fingerprints, among other diabolical acts meant to frame this plainly innocent man. Related StoriesSurveillance-Camera Thief Captures Complete Record of His CrimeBalloonist's Lawyer Says Ex-Parrots Died Simultaneously of Natural CausesPLEASE NOTE: Exhibits Must Be Defused Before Offering Them Into Evidence
Or was he? Related StoriesFrench Court Recognizes Basic Human Right Not to Be “Fun”Flatulent Barrister Loses Flatulence-Discrimination CaseRussian Lawmaker Says He Wants Alaska Back
It was just their time, Your Honor. Related StoriesSuspect Claiming Mistaken Identity Says Someone Tattooed Him Without His KnowledgeParents Sue Their Son, Demanding Grandchild or $650,000 in CompensationMan Charged With Driving Into House Three Times Explains That His “Foot Slipped”
Neither death involved a shotgun. Related StoriesNirvana Beats Former Baby's LawsuitAlex Jones' Lawyers May Have Mistakenly Sent Evidence of Perjury to Opposing CounselLast Salem Witch Finally Cleared
Might depend how you use them, but probably yes. Related StoriesCalifornia Supreme Court: We Don't Think Bees Are FishCalifornia County Bans Wild Cow MilkingDid Congress Forgive All Your Debts by Passing a Law Nobody Knows About Because of 9/11?
The court's order stops approximately 75% of the madness. Related StoriesStudy: Bad Writing Makes Legal Documents Hard to ReadAnother Former President Moves to Intervene in Mar-a-Lago CaseMotion to Go F*#& Yourselves
Certainly the funniest. Related StoriesAuthor of “How to Murder Your Husband” Convicted of Murdering HusbandBill Would Authorize Letter of Marque and Reprisal to Whoever Will Steal Putin's YachtJury to Decide Whether Officers Have Qualified Immunity for Tasing a Guy in the Crotch
From the estate of Tom Girardi, who stole millions from clients and spent some of it on these fancy shoes. Related StoriesDoes It Violate the Ethics Rules to Cheat on an Ethics Test?Court Holds That Practicing Law From a Jail Cell May Violate Some Ethics RulesJudge Censured for Cane-Flinging Incident
So please don't say we do. Because we don't! Related StoriesCalifornia County Bans Wild Cow MilkingCourt Says Bees Are FishAre Honeybees a “Dangerous Weapon”?
I didn't even know this was a thing, and now it's gone. Related StoriesCalifornia Supreme Court: We Don't Think Bees Are FishCourt Says Bees Are FishLast Salem Witch Finally Cleared
How much research do you need to believe this? Here's some more.
Come as you are, leave with nothing. Related StoriesTwenty-One-Octillion-Dollar Demand Still Not a Record
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It's probably not the one you're thinking of. Related StoriesMotion to Go F*#& Yourselves
He's also entitled to prejudgment interest, though, which can really add up.
Could it be true? Related StoriesDoes It Violate the Ethics Rules to Cheat on an Ethics Test?Court Holds That Practicing Law From a Jail Cell May Violate Some Ethics Rules
You may be entitled to compensation (but probably not).
This led to what Jones himself referred to as a "Perry Mason moment." Oops! Related StoriesLast Salem Witch Finally Cleared
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Better late than never. Related StoriesCourt Says Bees Are Fish
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In this edition: insulting phrases, unlawful crabbing, a couple of stupid claims, and, surprisingly, Roman law. Related StoriesAssorted Stupidity #151Assorted Stupidity #150Assorted Stupidity #149
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This is not a viable self-defense claim for any number of reasons. Related StoriesGood Reason to Kill #77: Summoned Bigfoot to Kill You First
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Shooting people is also problematic, FYI. Related StoriesDoes It Violate the Ethics Rules to Cheat on an Ethics Test?Court Holds That Practicing Law From a Jail Cell May Violate Some Ethics RulesJudge Censured for Cane-Flinging Incident
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If there's any chance your exhibit might explode, is there a way you could use an affidavit instead? Related StoriesPLEASE NOTE: Exhibits Must Be Defused Before Offering Them Into Evidence
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The answer to this puzzler can be found here. Related StoriesCourt Holds That Practicing Law From a Jail Cell May Violate Some Ethics RulesDoes It Violate the Ethics Rules to Cheat on an Ethics Test?Judge Censured for Cane-Flinging Incident
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The U.S. could probably beat that, but I haven't done the math.
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We can officially agree on nothing.
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Did this injury "arise out of the use of the owned auto"? That remains to be seen.
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A not-too-unexpected result. Related StoriesJury to Decide Whether Officers Have Qualified Immunity for Tasing a Guy in the CrotchBill Would Authorize Letter of Marque and Reprisal to Whoever Will Steal Putin's YachtMan Charged With Driving Into House Three Times Explains That His “Foot Slipped”
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Given the limits on ordering specific performance, the compensation is more likely.
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Or at least he regrets not knowing how to blur out the background.
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The sesquicentennial edition. Related StoriesAssorted Stupidity #149
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"This has been a nightmare for me," said the supervisor responsible for the database.
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It's a lot, it's just not the biggest ever.
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The panel held that the questions co-workers raised were "not unreasonable" under the circumstances. Related StoriesCourt: “Kill Four People, That's Grounds for Termination”
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"Every other day" might also do it. You want it to be believable.Click the icon below to watch. Related StoriesHow to Avoid Jury Duty, #13: Say You Gotta See Your Sugar Daddy Every Day - Enclosure
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I don't think the court has the power to grant this one, even if it wanted to.
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Given the trouble they're having with Ukraine, I wouldn't be too concerned about this. Related StoriesBill Would Authorize Letter of Marque and Reprisal to Whoever Will Steal Putin's YachtCanadian Vaccine Protesters Are Confused About the Law, Too
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In which an opening paragraph is compared to a hagfish.
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Strike your flag, Vladimir Vladimirovich, or we'll give ye another broadside! Related StoriesRussian Lawmaker Says He Wants Alaska BackJury to Decide Whether Officers Have Qualified Immunity for Tasing a Guy in the CrotchCanadian Vaccine Protesters Are Confused About the Law, Too
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Although there is video making it very likely the defendants will settle, if they have any sense. Related StoriesBill Would Authorize Letter of Marque and Reprisal to Whoever Will Steal Putin's YachtMan Charged With Driving Into House Three Times Explains That His “Foot Slipped”Canadian Vaccine Protesters Are Confused About the Law, Too
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At least he didn't claim the truck was defective. Related StoriesJury to Decide Whether Officers Have Qualified Immunity for Tasing a Guy in the Crotch
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Not "like other people, they are confused about the law," but "this is one of many things they're confused about." Related StoriesBill Would Authorize Letter of Marque and Reprisal to Whoever Will Steal Putin's YachtJury to Decide Whether Officers Have Qualified Immunity for Tasing a Guy in the Crotch
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