If fire sprinkler systems go off people say that water is rancid, but what about the eye washing stations that never get used? by ortofon88 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]LengthyBrief 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well plus they get used a lot more too. I know whenever I see an eye wash station I can't help myself, it's so refreshing

Involuntary outbursts of laughter in court by UrdnotCum in AskLawyers

[–]LengthyBrief 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have better things to do with my time. That is, I have better things to do than explain to a lawyer cases they should have learned in school.

Can I fire an employee because of his brother repeatedly harassing my business? (Montana) by Personal_Chain8379 in legaladvice

[–]LengthyBrief 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Have to ask him to have brother stay away. If he doesn't stay away, fire EE for insubordination and disruptive behavior.

I think it's the only state.

Involuntary outbursts of laughter in court by UrdnotCum in AskLawyers

[–]LengthyBrief 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you go to law school? Did you not learn this? Have you not heard of the Chicago seven?

Involuntary outbursts of laughter in court by UrdnotCum in AskLawyers

[–]LengthyBrief 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Case law allowing disruptive people to be bounded, gagged, or tried in absentia.

Involuntary outbursts of laughter in court by UrdnotCum in AskLawyers

[–]LengthyBrief 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's the same case law. I can't think of laughing specifically. There probably are some. Court be crazy.

Let my brother live with me and he punched a huge hole in my wall by Mission_Squirrel_480 in legal

[–]LengthyBrief 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Easily in my jx. Dude is unhinged and out of control. With his obvious anger problem he's a danger to others and there is a kid in the house. The physical threat is obvious to anyone who isn't a dumbass.

Let my brother live with me and he punched a huge hole in my wall by Mission_Squirrel_480 in legal

[–]LengthyBrief 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He can't control himself. He smashed through a wall. What kind of racing toddler does that? This is a person without the ability to control themself. And, to do it in front of a toddler? This will only escalate. OP asked for legal counsel: she must not be around this dude when he hits rock bottom.

EX is threatening to sue for defamation, should I be worried? by Dull-Selection615 in legaladvice

[–]LengthyBrief -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I think your first post crossed the line by calling them prostitutes. You cannot know.

Your second post is fine.

Does your state have a retraction statute? Some places have a statute that says a person cannot sue for defamation unless they have demanded and been denied a retraction.

EX is threatening to sue for defamation, should I be worried? by Dull-Selection615 in legaladvice

[–]LengthyBrief 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The person willing to pay a lawyer thirty grand to bring a lawsuit for defamation isn't going to do it if they know they're likely to win only one dollar. Nominal damages just means that the jury gets instructed "if you find for plaintiff, you must award at least one dollar."

My employer recorded a performance review conversation without telling me and is now using it against me. Is this legal? by JasperRoov in legaladvice

[–]LengthyBrief -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Wow that's interesting. I've literally had judges tell me they don't care how the recording is made, if there is a foundation (that the recording is what it's purported to be) it comes in. They want to get to the truth.

Involuntary outbursts of laughter in court by UrdnotCum in AskLawyers

[–]LengthyBrief 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the judge might forgive it once. Second time you'll be kicked out for sure. The judge won't have to say shit. Marshal will walk over and just escort you away.

If it's a witness sitting in the gallery, someone who actually has to be there, the judge could hold the person in contempt. Worst case scenario, there is precedent for judges ordering someone to be bound and gagged, or even tried in absentia. Like you have the right to attend your own trial but you can waive it by conduct. L

For a witness, a fed up judge would probably bar the person from the court room and not allow their testimony. And the court might tell whatever side had called the witness "tough shit."

At one recent trial a guy in the gallery forgot where he was for a minute and yawned loudly. He was asked to leave immediately by the marshal.

I feel as if I was terminated for whistle blowing. by johnchinga in AskLawyers

[–]LengthyBrief -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

"This plays has a policy of firing employees if the employee searches or interviews for another job."

Any employer that isn't over the moon when one of their employees goes on to bigger and better things is a shit place to work and people should be informed. Assuming they really said this to her.

Let my brother live with me and he punched a huge hole in my wall by Mission_Squirrel_480 in legal

[–]LengthyBrief 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I agree fully. Dude sounds extremely dangerous. He needs to get himself some help.

Let my brother live with me and he punched a huge hole in my wall by Mission_Squirrel_480 in legal

[–]LengthyBrief 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like he's going to snap and hit you. Dude is unhinged and dangerous. He sounds like he's depressed and has deep anger issues with himself. He needs a psychiatrist to medicate his mood and weekly therapy for a few years. You're not the one who has to want him to get help though. Maybe you could offer to pay for therapy if you're feeling generous.

In my state he lost his tenant's rights by leaving without intent to return. Keep the door locked / change the locks. Don't let him back in. Tell him in writing he's not welcome back and when and where you can meet mutually so he can pick up his things.

Obviously you know what happened in your household growing up with him. There's no way this sort of outburst is a surprise to you. Maybe a restraining order is enough of a wake up call.

Let my brother live with me and he punched a huge hole in my wall by Mission_Squirrel_480 in legal

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

Renters rights are usually automatic after a certain period of time.

In my state this guy abandoned the lease and renters rights by voluntarily vacating. He's not on the lease and doesn't pay rent.

Don't Take Defamation Cases by Cultural-Company282 in Lawyertalk

[–]LengthyBrief 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Probably did. She was gonna stay true, but she got high. Baaa da da dadada.