After practicing law for more than twenty-five years, I have learned one lesson that surprises almost everyone. Very few lives are ruined by a single catastrophic decision. Instead, most people make a series of small mistakes that seem harmless in th…
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Most people assume that text messages are informal conversations that disappear as quickly as they are sent. In reality, text messages are often among the most powerful pieces of evidence in criminal cases, civil lawsuits, employment disputes, univer…
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Social media has transformed the way we communicate, network, and share our lives. A single post can reach thousands of people within minutes, and in many cases, remain accessible for years. While social media creates tremendous opportunities, it als…
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Few experiences are more stressful than learning you are under investigation. Whether the investigation involves your employer, your university, a professional licensing board, a government agency, or law enforcement, your first instinct is often to…
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A university disciplinary hearing often begins long before the first witness speaks or the first piece of evidence is introduced. In many cases, the decision-makers begin forming impressions the moment you walk into the room. That is why one of the m…
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Whether you’re interviewing for a job, meeting a client, testifying in court, speaking with a police officer, attending a disciplinary hearing, or simply introducing yourself to someone new, the people around you are making judgments about you…
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Most professors never expect to become the subject of a formal student complaint. They assume that if they are knowledgeable, fair, and dedicated to teaching, complaints will be rare or easily dismissed. Unfortunately, many faculty members discover t…
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Many employees believe that Human Resources exists primarily to protect them. While HR professionals often assist employees, their primary responsibility is to protect the organization, ensure compliance with employment laws, and manage workplace ris…
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Most people believe that if they have done nothing wrong, speaking freely to the police can only help. Unfortunately, that assumption has led countless innocent people into legal trouble. Police officers are trained to gather information, assess cred…
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Intelligence alone is not enough to build a successful career. Every year, highly educated, talented, and experienced professionals lose jobs they never expected to lose. In many cases, it is not because they lack ability. It is because they unknowin…
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