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Disbarred attorney Prevost raising funds
She should have never been allowed to become a lawyer with such a history of violence. Intelligent or not, her history was concealed or ignored by those who process bar applications. It’s not surprising she ended up disbarred. What a waste of a life. But if statistic are an indicator she probably has participated in many more incident of a similar nature than she has been caught doing. This latest caper at Motel Six is just another example. I am surprised all of her defenders from the previous stories you’ve published in the *San Diego Reader* are no where to be found. They sure were vocal then, just wondering what changed?— June 22, 2018 11:18 a.m.
Appellate court tells CPUC to hand over documents
Historically such situations in the past produced little actionable facts, but it does provide intrigue and speculation as to why documents are being withheld. I suspect some, including myself, will *always* wonder if the “smoking gun” document remains concealed even with the Court’s order. I am convinced when so called “officials” are tainted by money, political power and arrogance their decisions are rarely in the public interest. We already know this IS the case in the SONGS decommissioning. Sadly when no one is held accountable, or penalty enforced personally, these illicit behaviors are only reinforced. Indeed, others are emboldened to create even more elaborate schemes to defraud.— June 20, 2018 5:27 p.m.
Disbarred attorney Prevost raising funds
This is very odd story. Motel Six is nearly a mile, as the crow flies, from the I-5. The area a dog would need to traversed, the San Diego River bottom is dense overbrush, trees and homeless encampments. In addition the I-5, in that area, is elevated and protected by fencing. Obviously, if the dog was hit on the I-8, it would be more plausible with proximity to the motel the nearby access ramps. I also find it hard to swallow, “...the dog let itself out” in the motel’s explanation. Typically doors to rooms at motel open inward, and have level type door handles. This means the dog would be jumping up with its legs, or it was really smart, grasping the handle with it’s mouth. In either case, it seems to a owner would have known of the dog’s ability to free itself from confinement. As we know Prevost is not unsophisticated when it comes to the law. The GoFundMe account is more than likely a ploy to generate sympathy as well as money. However, the courts do have policies and procedures for “indigents” who can not “afford” fees so they too have access to legal processes. Prevost knows this. But, I’ll ask the obvious question, if you can afford to stay at a motel, with your large dog, why couldn’t you pay filing fees? Using Prevost’s extensive history as a reference in past *San Diego Reader* stories I put ***absolutely nothing*** beyond her. Her past behavior indicates she is willing and able to do ANYTHING, including acts of violence. Veracity is certainly not one of her strengths.— June 20, 2018 9:19 a.m.
Shhh — San Diego is better deal
While all of that is probably correct, Los Angeles, and it’s neighboring communities offer many more attractions that you cannot find here. If San Diego had not been so grossly mismanaged by the political hacks elected then and now we might be better off. San Diego is the 200 mile distant suburb of LA. It’s also the gateway to Tijuana, a dubious distinction at best, and at worst a drug lord’s gateway to customers all over the nation. Even as California’s second largest city, San Diego, still has the reputation of the biggest small town in America. I suppose that’s better the it other well known moniker: Enron by the Sea.— June 19, 2018 9:58 a.m.
Qualcomm secretly contacted U.S. government
In my case, as I get older I find myself injecting a religious thought, from time to time. But “Amen”, in this case, was meant as a statement of agreement, nothing more.— June 16, 2018 12:31 p.m.
No wonder they went after the bike tracks
Sounds familiar....David Dick grew up in Point Loma, and according to public records, owns a massive 4200 sqft home just a few blocks from the High School. There is NO CHANCE WHATSOEVER of any low income housing being built nextdoor to his house. Is there, Mr. Dick?— June 15, 2018 8:16 p.m.
Qualcomm secretly contacted U.S. government
Amen. Yes I say, Amen.— June 12, 2018 4:50 p.m.
Qualcomm secretly contacted U.S. government
To be fair, I did spell correctly as I typed it, auto correct changed it to “throws”. DWBAT caught it before I did, and he was SO FAST with his comment, there was still time for me to edit it to the proper spelling for the context of the thought. But you are correct Don, more and more auto correct changes spelling of words, especially homophones.— June 11, 2018 4:27 p.m.
Qualcomm secretly contacted U.S. government
Damn auto correct, and my elderly eyes for not catching it. Could be time to visit with the Opthamologist again.— June 11, 2018 11:53 a.m.
Qualcomm secretly contacted U.S. government
I too have mixed feelings about this story. I’m also just wondering about the duty to disclose every little thing a company does while in the throes of a hostile takeover. But the real measure, which can never be made, is what would plaintiffs have done if the stock rose after the failed merger? I suspect they wouldn’t be suing, they’d be laughing all the way to the bank, overstating how smart they were. The bottom line in this case is plaintiffs were speculating/gambling on the outcome of the take over game. And, just like in sports, somebody wins while others lose. I’d questioned these folks calling themselves “investors”. No, they are more like opportunists who thought they could make a quick buck in merger mania. Where excessive enthusiasm thwarts common sense and careful analysis.— June 11, 2018 11:40 a.m.