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. Del Mar criminal lawyer Peter M. Liss has the newest updates in the story, including the sentences handed down to many […]
The Very Unrighteous Crimes of the Righteous Gemstones
Danny McBride is known for making over-the-top characters that are incredibly flawed and yet still somehow sympathetic. He’s also well versed at showing how easy it is for one crime to escalate into more and more major criminal acts. That’s why so many San Diego criminal lawyers enjoy watching his new show, The Righteous Gemstones. […]
Celebrities With DUIs: Rancho Bernardo DUI Attorney
Drunk driving is one of the most commonly committed crimes in America and celebrities are just as likely to drive drunk as the general populace. While you may feel all alone when you have been accused of driving under the influence, it’s important to remember that many people (including some of the most famous people […]
A Look Back at All the Crimes in Pulp Fiction: Vista Violent Crimes Lawyer
It’s hard to believe, but Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction celebrated its 25th anniversary in May. To celebrate a legendary film full of violence, drug use and other crimes, Vista violent crimes lawyer Peter M. Liss has taken the time to explore the full range of crimes in Pulp Fiction. The Theft That Kicks it Off […]
The Legal Challenges of Rogue’s Power in The X-Men
Rogue is one of the X-Men’s most powerful and famous characters, with the ability to absorb the memories and life force of anyone she touches and even absorb and use the powers of other mutants. If she touches someone long enough, she could even kill them. So what legal problems could Rogue’s powers present? Here’s […]
Would Bill and Ted Need a Time Machine to Get Out of Legal Trouble?
Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure is one of those legendary movies that people still love thirty years after its release. In fact, a new sequel is planned for release next year. In honor of the thirty year anniversary of this most excellent film, San Diego juvenile defense lawyer Peter M. Liss has taken an in […]
Is Dr. Jekyll Legally Responsible for Mr. Hyde’s Actions?
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is one of the famous classic tales of the Victorian Era and for good reason. It explores themes of addiction, personal responsibility, unconscious desires, the rigidity of Victorian norms, morality, and the duality of man. One thing people have long debated is whether or not Jekyll should be considered responsible […]
Proving Innocence After Escaping Prison? Defense Lawyer in Oceanside
It’s a common TV trope seen in shows like Luke Cage, Sense 8 and Prison Break; the main character is locked in prison for a crime he didn’t commit and he must break out of prison to prove his innocence. But in real life, simply proving your innocence doesn’t mean you can just walk away […]
All the Charges Related to the Celebrity College Admissions Scandal
By now, everyone has heard about the huge college admissions scandal in which the rich and famous cheated and bribed their children’s ways into some of the top schools in the country. What you might not know, unless you’ve been paying close attention to the story, is what charges the more than 50 people arrested […]
Are the Mario Bros. Just Animal-Abusing Drug Addicts?
Much has been made about the idea that the Super Mario Bros. game simply revolves around Mario and his brother Luigi hallucinating while doing mushrooms. It’s an interesting concept that really does change everything about the game. So assuming it’s true, what does that mean for the brothers from a legal perspective? Here’s what Oceanside […]
