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Telling Stories: A Confession June 19, 2019

Creation Just yesterday morning, in the courthouse cafeteria, I’m sitting with two attorneys when the topic of the Trial Lawyers College comes up. I will return there in August for what will be my ...

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The Dream of Freedom July 4, 2018

Today, many—if not most—of us celebrate the 13 original colonies’ Declaration of Independence, and some celebrate the dream of freedom. Many of us, though, only know that today is a day off from work, ...

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American Tribalism: Look Out! It's a Bear! May 5, 2018

One of the stories that crossed my field of view today involved the seeming resurgence of racism in America. In a minute or three, it may become clear why I used the word “seeming” there. But whatever ...

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Is Freedom More Important Than Safety? March 25, 2018

The question today is asked, “Is freedom more important than safety?” The answer shows how far the United States has fallen since its founding. I have often lamented the fact that—from what I have ...

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Forensic Testimony: There's Your Expert March 10, 2018

Early yesterday, I posted an image to Twitter. It was a screenshot from a book on Forensic Testimony. The book is, as best I can tell, a compilation of articles on the subject. The first one, at ...

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Guilty Offense? A Defense. March 3, 2018

A prosecutor in Louisiana apparently wishes to ensure accused people are punished for trying to defend themselves against having been accused. Throughout history, and throughout the world, there have ...

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