In the News, On the Bar: Contempt, Compliance, and Probable Cause
From time to time, real-world headlines offer a natural opportunity to revisit foundational legal principles. This series draws on those...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
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Ovi Breaks the Record; Now, Let’s Talk About OVI
"Ovi! Ovi! Ovi!" That’s what the fans were chanting at UBS Arena when Alex Ovechkin rocketed in goal number 895 on Sunday, officially...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 92 min read
The ABCs of: Criminal Procedure
Here is a collection of 26 important concepts, from A to Z, you need to know about Criminal Procedure for the bar exam: A – Arrests : An...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Dec 30, 20247 min read
Lessons From Operation Bear Claw: Statutory Breakdown, Conspiracy, and Search Warrants
Imagine orchestrating an elaborate insurance scam involving a person in a bear costume. Four Los Angeles residents recently found...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Nov 15, 20244 min read
National Mole Day: From Avogadro’s Number to Criminal Procedure "Moles"
Happy National Mole Day! Celebrated annually on October 23 from 6:02 a.m. to 6:02 p.m., Mole Day recognizes Avogadro’s Number  (6.02 ×...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 23, 20242 min read
Same Name, Different Game: Terms That Share a Word but Mean Something Very Different
Peloton’s All for One Music Festival concluded on Monday. It's an annual event where fitness meets music, bringing together a wide range...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 3, 20243 min read
Friday the 13th and Legal Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions
It's Friday, September 13, 2024. Friday the 13th has long been a symbol of superstition and fear, a day when many believe bad luck runs...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 13, 20244 min read
Don't Let Burdens Burden You
Navigating the different burdens in law school and on the bar exam can sometimes be challenging. The terms "burden of proof," "burden of...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jul 21, 20243 min read
From Destiny to Necessity
Distinguishing between similarly sounding terms is crucial, especially when they link to broader historical and legal contexts. For...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jul 3, 20242 min read
Bun and Done: Bar Exam Concepts from the Mouths of Chestnut, Kobayashi
In the world of competitive eating, few rivalries have garnered as much attention and excitement as the battle between Joey Chestnut and...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jun 17, 20243 min read