Rapper 50 Cent Blames his Bankruptcy on Lawyers

August 30, 2015 Hastings and Hastings
In a recent court document, 50 Cent, whose surname is Curtis James Jackson III, argued that his bankruptcy isn’t from “excessive current expense” but is due to “substantial costs for litigation.” Mr. Jackson specifically charges lawyers for interfering with a business deal that prompted Mr. Jackson to pay $17.2 million to an old partner....
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Against Drinking and Driving

August 29, 2015 Hastings and Hastings
Other than the fact that drinking and driving is illegal and you could possibly go to jail for it, it should be avoided entirely for the sake of your fellow citizens’ welfare. Drinking and driving is extremely dangerous. It accounts for thousands of serious accidents each year that result in catastrophic injuries or death....
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Modern Library’s Best Novels of All Time

August 28, 2015 Hastings and Hastings
Most lawyers like to read, given the nature of their vocation. At Hastings and Hastings, we are happy to share some of our favorite novels off the Modern Library’s 100 Best Novels, and why we are so fond of them. Ulysses, James Joyce This book comes in at # 1 on the all-time greatest...
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On the Nature of Monsoons

August 27, 2015 Hastings and Hastings
Monsoons have been around for ages. It comes from an Arabic word mausim which ultimately means season. Monsoons are traditionally categorized as seasonal storms involving reversing winds accompanied by corresponding changes in precipitation. They are also categorized by the added requirement that a monsoon must be associated with seasonal changes in atmospheric circulation and...
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How to Avoid Being Struck by Lightning

August 26, 2015 Hastings and Hastings
Obviously, the best defense against being struck by lightning is to avoid it all together. Id est, walking outside during a lightning storm is highly inadvisable. However, staying indoors is not a fool proof defense. People indeed do get struck by lightning even when they remain indoors. Part of avoiding lighting strikes is the...
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