Murder is the taking of another person’s life, so naturally, attempted murder is the attempt to take someone’s life. So would it be murder if someone attempts to take the life of someone who it turns out has already died? It’s an interesting legal question that has appeared not only in […]
False Imprisonment of Civilians & Other Criminal Acts in WandaVision
People can do a lot of hurtful things when suffering from extreme grief, but few of them end up taking a whole town captive like Wanda Maximov does in WandaVision. But is Wanda guilty of a crime for her actions on the show, or is she yet another victim of her own overwhelming power? While […]
Maybe Rabbits Shouldn’t Be Police Officers in the World of Zootopia
The world of Zootopia is an inspirational tale about overcoming prejudice and stereotypes to make a better, more inclusive world. But when the protagonist is the city’s first bunny police officer, who happens to break the law and put the public at risk more often than not, it undermines the positive message she should be […]
Do You Need a San Diego Elder Abuse Defense Lawyer?
When people discuss elder abuse in California, it’s all too common to imagine a dark, shabby nursing homes with inexperienced, underpaid staff and residents who have been shuttered away by relatives who don’t want to spend money on quality care. But it’s important to recognize that elder abuse can happen outside of retirement homes and […]
Was Harry Guilty of a Crime in Dexter? Vista Homicide Defense Lawyer
If you’ve ever watched as much as one episode of Dexter, you know there’s no doubt about the fact that Dexter is a murderer who would easily be convicted if he were ever arrested after a full investigation into his crimes. But what about Dexter’s adopted father, Harry, who helped mold Dexter into the killer […]
The College Admissions Scandal’s Surprising Turn: Vista Bribery Lawyer
We’ve been closely following the college admissions scandal for a while now, including adding updates as parents have been sentenced, largely because it is a very public look at the federal court system, including the benefits and risks of both plea bargains and criminal trials. But last week, some big news came out about the […]
Michael Scott and Jan’s Abusive Relationship in The Office
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7DC-0HeniUVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: ‘Breast’ of Michael and Jan – The Office US (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7DC-0HeniU) The Office was highly praised for the way it approached domestic abuse. Whereas most shows either portray a woman victim or make light of a man being abused, often even questioning his masculinity or even going so […]
The Best Star Wars Bounty Hunter from a Legal Perspective
With the smashing success of The Mandalorian, nerds everywhere have started to debate who is the best bounty hunter might be in a galaxy far, far away. While everyone will have their own personal opinion about the best Star Wars bounty hunter, criminal lawyers in San Diego know that from a legal perspective, things are […]
The Crimes Committed in Home Alone: Harry and Marv are Destined for Prison
Home Alone is largely considered a Christmas classic these days and it’s no wonder when the plot revolves around a scared little boy fighting off two seriously bad dudes all while trying to make the most of the holiday season. As a tribute to this holiday staple, lawyer Peter M. Liss is taking the opportunity […]
The Newest Updates to the College Admissions Scandal Sentencing
It’s been six months since we first wrote about the college admissions scandal and sentencing possibilities. But this story continues to make headlines as sentences are handed down and new charges continue to be added. Carmel Valley defense attorneys like Peter M. Liss has the newest updates in the story, including the sentences handed down to […]
