A searing and entertaining manifesto on the ills of the criminal justice system from two of America’s most prominent defense attorneys. From the rise of the Internet and the 24-hour news cycle to the television ratings bonanza of the O.J. Simpson trial, a perfect storm of media coverage has given the public an unprecedented look inside the courtroom, kicking off popular courtroom shows and TV legal commentary that further illuminate how the criminal justice system operates. Or has it? In Mistrial, Mark Geragos and Pat Harris debunk the myths of judges as Solomon-like figures, jurors as impartial arbiters of the truth, and prosecutors as super-ethical heroes. Mistrial draws the curtain on the court’s ugly realities—from stealth jurors who secretly swing for a conviction, to cops who regularly lie on the witness stand, to defense attorneys terrified of going to trial. Ultimately, the authors question whether a justice system model drawn up two centuries ago before blogs and television is still viable today. In the aftermath of recent high-profile cases, the flaws in America’s justice system are more glaring than ever. Geragos and Harris are legal experts and prominent criminal defense attorneys who have worked on everything from celebrity media-circuses—having represented clients like Michael Jackson, Winona Ryder, Scott Peterson, Chris Brown, Susan MacDougal, and Gary Condit—to equally compelling cases defending individuals desperate to avoid the spotlight. Shining unprecedented light on what really goes on in the courtroom, Mistrial is an enjoyable, fun look at a system that rarely lets you see behind the scenes.
When two entrepreneurs clash over women’s sportswear, the spandex flies. Michelle Paul sold her start-up company, Sportslifeware, to Arthur Dillon for $6 million. Dillon paid the first $500,000 at closing, but failed to pay the remaining $5.5 million when it was due. Paul is suing for that sum, but Dillon claims that Paul breached their contract by starting Sportique, a new sportswear company and luring away two of her former employees. Worse, one of the employees brought along the highly confidential customer list—one of Sportslifeware’s most valued assets. Dillon is countersuing for the damage he alleges Paul inflicted when she breached the contract. The third edition of this popular casefile introduces Internet and social media exhibits, and updates the exhibits for a real world feel. Paul v. Dynamo focuses on motion practice, an expanding portion of all law suits, and frequently the work that resolves a case. Self-encapsulated, with all the legal research participants need included in the book, Paul v. Dynamo teaches students fact-finding, researching, and writing motions.
When two entrepreneurs clash over women’s sportswear, the spandex flies. Michelle Paul sold her start-up company, Sportslifeware, to Arthur Dillon for $6 million. Dillon paid the first $500,000 at closing, but failed to pay the remaining $5.5 million when it was due. Paul is suing for that sum, but Dillon claims that Paul breached their contract by starting Sportique, a new sportswear company and luring away two of her former employees. Worse, one of the employees brought along the highly confidential customer list—one of Sportslifeware’s most valued assets. Dillon is countersuing for the damage he alleges Paul inflicted when she breached the contract. The third edition of this popular casefile introduces Internet and social media exhibits, and updates the exhibits for a real world feel. Paul v. Dynamo focuses on motion practice, an expanding portion of all law suits, and frequently the work that resolves a case. Self-encapsulated, with all the legal research participants need included in the book, Paul v. Dynamo teaches students fact-finding, researching, and writing motions.
When two entrepreneurs clash over women’s sportswear, the spandex flies. Michelle Paul sold her start-up company, Sportslifeware, to Arthur Dillon for $6 million. Dillon paid the first $500,000 at closing, but failed to pay the remaining $5.5 million when it was due. Paul is suing for that sum, but Dillon claims that Paul breached their contract by starting Sportique, a new sportswear company and luring away two of her former employees. Worse, one of the employees brought along the highly confidential customer list—one of Sportslifeware’s most valued assets. Dillon is countersuing for the damage he alleges Paul inflicted when she breached the contract. The third edition of this popular casefile introduces Internet and social media exhibits, and updates the exhibits for a real world feel. Paul v. Dynamo focuses on motion practice, an expanding portion of all law suits, and frequently the work that resolves a case. Self-encapsulated, with all the legal research participants need included in the book, Paul v. Dynamo teaches students fact-finding, researching, and writing motions.
Short Stories: From a Long Life! tells of stories of enlightenment and stories of the darkness of this world-from a three-year-old boy to a twenty-year-old man: Stories that are funny-some are adventurous, some are exciting, some describe intelligence, some describe stupidity, some are about individual people, some are about happenings, and some are about evil and scary things. Some of these stories are a guide to good principles and good conduct, while others walk close to the edge of darkness, along and beside evil behavior and evil deeds This author opens up and tells things that most people would not divulge. A fast and busy life. A mind that is always on the lookout for knowledge and understanding. Real happenings and real people involved in the survival and the progress of this life. Stories of children, teenagers, and adults, some ignorant and some intelligent-both good and evil, likable and ugh! I tell of many of the weird things that people do for various reasons. If you have an analytical mind, you will understand some of the things that I noted-things that I saw firsthand, things that I recorded, and things that I became a part of. I hope that you enjoy the book. The stories in this book started in 1939 and ended in 1957, right after Helen and I were married. These stories should be very fascinating to the younger generations, especially if they have an exploring nature and an inquisitive mind. There are many things described in these stories that they have probably never even heard of or seen! The older generations should enjoy reminiscing over the stories of these people and the era of time in which they happened. Adventure, excitement, humor, wild happenings, and common everyday living are all braided together into one cord, throughout these stories. The stories are short and many! Read the first couple stories and you'll know whether you would enjoy reading the whole book. Please enjoy!
The next generation of the astonishing X-Men grow into true super heroes against their deadliest enemies, in this wide-ranging Marvel anthology. The New Charles Xavier School for Gifted Mutants isn’t all it’s cracked up to be: The food is so-so, and it’s cold eleven out of twelve months, not to mention the creepy bunker vibes with mysterious tech popping up all over the place. But for the latest mutants to take on the mantle of X-Men, it’s home. Under the stewardship of Emma Frost, Cyclops, and Magneto, these new recruits learn to control their powers and defeat villainy. Yet danger lurks within the academy, and it isn’t just monsters or evil geniuses. Now, these fresh X-Men must take what they’ve learned and put their unique powers to the test against unexpected adversaries – from cyborgs and the undead to temporal chaos, and even alternate versions of themselves.
“Old Satan what a Character” is a summary of Satan and his workings down through the last six thousand years. It starts with all of the possibilities of his origin and how he worked among men, starting with Adam. His evil work in the Garden of Eden and how he got himself cast out of Heaven. And his continued involvement as ascribed by history, theology and scholarship to the present hour. You will learn how to protect yourself against Satan’s power and his traps. You will learn that Satan really does exist, as does our victor and Lord God.
Where the Locals Eat: Pittsburgh spotlights the 100 best restaurants in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Whether you are a local, a tourist, or passionate foodie, this comprehensive guide provides the ultimate culinary snapshot of the steel city, from German and Italian to the finest steak houses, sushi bars and New American hot spots. Perfect for a briefcase, purse or backpack, this pocket-sized guide also showcases hundreds of great restaurants in America's largest cities.
Where the Locals Eat: Raleigh-Durham spotlights the 100 best restaurants in the triangle region of North Carolina. Whether you are a local, a tourist, or passionate foodie, this comprehensive guide provides the ultimate culinary snapshot of the triangle, from home-style and barbecue to the finest steak houses, sushi bars and New American hot spots. Perfect for a briefcase, purse or backpack, this pocket-sized guide also showcases hundreds of great restaurants in America's largest cities.
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