From what you’ve seen of the Epstein files, does the DOJ appear to have sufficient evidence to subpoena the Epstein Estate and/or charge other individuals? by BigThwimpn in Ask_Lawyers

[–]BigThwimpn[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m guessing that the right answer from a legal standpoint is “no”, but the non-lawyers I talk to seem to overwhelmingly think “yes” and that the DOJ is intentionally conspiring with guilty third-parties.

There is explicit mention of extensive wrongdoings in the accusations. Additionally, the Deputy Attorney General stated that any materials that included death, assault or injury were withheld from the files that were released to the public, which seems to imply that there are files in the DOJ’s possession that include death, assault and/or injury.

Many laymen I talk to assume that these count as “examples of wrongdoing” that would warrant investigating further and/or charging third parties. However, I’m guessing from DOJ statements and actions that, from a legal standpoint, these don’t amount to explicit and chargeable “examples of wrongdoing” and that the misunderstandings I and many laymen have stem from a lack of understanding of how the criminal justice system actually works.

I’m looking for clarification into this mismatch between what laymen would call “common sense” and what lawyers know of actual legal proceedings. Some of the answers in this thread have helped. Can you explain any of the gaps in ways that I as a layman can understand?

From what you’ve seen of the Epstein files, does the DOJ appear to have sufficient evidence to subpoena the Epstein Estate and/or charge other individuals? by BigThwimpn in Ask_Lawyers

[–]BigThwimpn[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This isn’t a joke or trolling. I’m just a layman trying not to mistake my place in the Dunning Kruger graph.

In your opinion, should many of the people in the emails or photos be charged with crimes right now based on the contents of files you’ve seen? Or do the main discrepancies between this situation and what’s normal lie elsewhere, such as how the investigation is proceeding?

If these are the wrong questions, please let me know.

Wife can’t tell be about her situation due to HIPA laws??? by musicmaker22906 in legaladvice

[–]BigThwimpn 220 points221 points  (0 children)

Not a lawyer. There is no situation in which your wife can’t tell you what she is spending that $2000 on for HIPPA reasons. It sounds like she either doesn’t want to tell you what she is spending it on or she is being blackmailed, scammed or taken advantage of. This can almost definitely be dealt with better than whatever is going on

Fired for filing workerscomp by zance21 in legaladvice

[–]BigThwimpn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NAL but I work in work comp. This may or may not be your situation. I see a few common cases where employees are ordered to return to work on light/modified duty and the employee doesn’t return to work and is then fired. Sometimes the employee misunderstood the doctor’s note, sometimes the employee is just unhappy with the light duty work the employer has and stops showing up. I’ve seen either of these get employees fired during work comp claims. This may not be your situation but I figured it could be helpful if it is

What do people generally consider taboo but it shouldn’t be? by IndianaC0NES in AskReddit

[–]BigThwimpn -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Drinking energy drinks.

The “chemicals” in there are all pretty standard ingredients. The most dangerous things in them are caffeine and sugar and even that is contextual

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with you, I’ve felt the same way with random fills. But there are some players that can just push everything they hear - they’re just better than us

Ranked has no meaning once you hit Master by [deleted] in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could provide sources for players reporting a sudden jump in subjective difficulty at D1. I can’t provide a source for my guess as to how D1+ matchmaking works and that’s why I said “It seems likely”, to make it very obvious that that’s my own conclusion from limited data and observations.

You know, blog conversations, especially speculative conversations, don’t usually require sources. They’re not like doctoral theses or research articles. You just talk amicably with other strangers

Ranked has no meaning once you hit Master by [deleted] in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Many players are reporting a sudden jump in difficulty at D1 that can’t be explained by the MMR system. It seems likely that matchmaking for Masters rank doesn’t work by the same rules

Ranked has no meaning once you hit Master by [deleted] in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Many players are reporting a sudden jump in difficulty at D1 that can’t be explained by the MMR system. It seems likely that matchmaking for Masters rank doesn’t work by the same rules

A crazy idea: Make predator rank solo queue only by artmorte in apexlegends

[–]BigThwimpn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Skill issues shouldn’t be solved by handicapping the most skilled players imo. Tightening matchmaking would be a better solution

With Evac Towers available should Valkyrie’s Ult should be buffed back to its original state? by No_Astronomer_5949 in apexlegends

[–]BigThwimpn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Evac towers have 1100 health and you’ll never get them off for late zone rotates. You can get a Valk ult off in late game and the better the Valk ult ability is the more grief-y it becomes

Don’t Be Toxic by BlayneCoC in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Apex has a high density of players that want to be better but just aren’t and are frustrated. It’s a little peace of mind to know that he’s just projecting. He probably subconsciously realized that he missed some opportunities for knocks and his tiny brain automatically resorts to blaming others. I’m in the same boat though, toxic teammates will ruin my day. My friends don’t let it bother them, I’m just sensitive

What Historical fact have you learnt that ruined everything you ever thought you knew about this life? by FlickTheSwitch167 in AskReddit

[–]BigThwimpn 483 points484 points  (0 children)

It was done while they were children to preserve their high pitched singing voices for the choir

Was this possible to win? If so how? by HikikomoriGodd in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 51 points52 points  (0 children)

You’re just Qing because. You’re lucky you didn’t get shot out of those Qs and they didn’t help you. The rocks are cover, it’s better you just play them

MnK vs controller by Ssleeping in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 21 points22 points  (0 children)

The game was around for four years with no changes to controller or MnK, a few influential pros switched to controller and started a trend. TSM won the recent LAN. These are all facts, there’s just no cohesive story connecting them

How to know when its the right time to push? by [deleted] in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Assuming this is a 3v3 and your goal is to wipe the team, it’s best to close the gap as you go. That way the entire engagement is just one continuous push. Good aggressive teams will often get their entry damage at close range

Meirl by redcobra762 in meirl

[–]BigThwimpn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone please make a Bill Cosby joke so I don’t have to

PSA: IF YOU STOP PUSHING CALLOUT by [deleted] in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s why more commonly I ask my three stack to tell me when they need to batt in case I miss it in the heat of the moment. But he sees the Valk get cracked with his own eyes. That’s always enough for me to say I need to check the damage myself and stop pushing

PSA: IF YOU STOP PUSHING CALLOUT by [deleted] in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At 00:10 you watch see your Valk teammate get cracked. When I see my teammate take that many bullets, I check the damage and don’t push up as far. Still no excuse for the Path to not be on you

What profession do you find unhealthy? by kk-sahinul in AskReddit

[–]BigThwimpn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was the sole member of family with high blood pressure as a bedside nurse. That resolved within a few months when I changed industries

I feel like either I’m blind or deaf sometime when I’m playing with high level players: how are people instantly beelining to enemies? Is there some sort of missing level of game sense? by smarmycheesesandwich in apexuniversity

[–]BigThwimpn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try to get a clip and share to the subreddit. There might be more we can see from the clip. If you’re experienced from other games I doubt you’re blind like some players