On Day Seven of the Pino trial no one rested (biblical pun…think about it). The State rested on day six and the defense moved for a judgment of acquittal. The trial began today with Judge Tinkler-Mendez “respectfully” denying the motions for
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Horace Rumpole is a blog publisher that provides commentary and insights primarily related to legal practice, court proceedings, and judicial matters. The blog often discusses trial strategies, court schedules, and the behavior of judges, reflecting a focus on litigation and courtroom dynamics. Additionally, it covers financial topics such as investment strategies, market analysis, and economic phenomena like the carry trade, linking these to broader legal and societal contexts. The content also includes cultural and sports references, offering a diverse perspective that intersects law, finance, and current events. The tone is informal and conversational, aimed at legal professionals and those interested in the intersection of law and finance.
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MOMENTS
There are moments that transcend time; they unfold and then live forever in the collective memory in the people of the place. May 8, 1970 was such a day, when Willis Reed, the center and heart of the first Knicks team…
MONDAY JUNE 8 NEWS AND NOTES
We have some good news. See below. The Pino trial began today, and we heard it was broadcast live on television. We did not watch it, but overheard someone say that the defendant was sobbing so badly at one point during…
SURPREME COURT AND MARKET WATCH
We trimmed our nails, emptied the dishwasher, put out the recycling, answered some emails from aggrieved prosecutors, so with not much else to do we are watching the Supreme Court for decisions. Birthright citizenship, the security of fed member Lisa…
KNICKS IN SIX AND OTHER THINGS
The NBA finals start tonight. Our team- the Knicks face off against the current best player in the NBA and one who is going to re-write the NBA record books- Victor Wembanyama: The 7’4 Shaolin Monk trained, Washington Square Park-chess-playing-center…
WELL…WHAT DO YOU THINK?
Here is an interesting article echoing many of the qualms that have been continually voiced on this blog. I do not have a lot of experience on this issue; sure, I’ve fought, bickered, disagreed, or been stupefied with some ASAs and…
I ZOOM; THEY ZOOM; WE ZOOM; YOU ZOOM
This is not a PC post about pronouns. You won’t find that on these pages. Call yourself what you wish and we shall honor your request. It’s your life and your pronouns. This is about Zoom. Specifically Zoom for first appearance…
WOOPS I & II & III
WOOPS I Distracted driving or distracted enforcement? Cop stops woman for distracted driving, seeing her with a phone in her right hand. Uno momento por favor! Woman does not have a right hand. Now what? She got a ticket. After careful reflection they moved…
HANKY PANKY
Warning: NSFJC (not safe for judicial chambers- it may give some ideas…) In an investigation sure to make a Broward Judge blush (and probably a little bit envious) an unnamed federal judge (apparently NOT in the SDFL so don’t get crazy…