In the News, On the Bar Exam: Clarke’s “Home‑Run Robbery” Is a Great Catch But Not Bar‑Level Robbery
Yesterday in Anaheim, A’s rookie Denzel Clarke scaled the wall and pulled off what ESPN dubbed a “home-run robbery.” It was an incredible...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
4 days ago1 min read
In the News, On the Exam: When the News Sparks a Bar Prep Review (Common Law Arson)
From time to time, real-world headlines offer a natural opportunity to revisit foundational legal principles. This series draws on those...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 152 min read
Quick Tip: Liable v. Guilty
One of the most common errors I see on bar exam essays is confusing liable and guilty . These terms (as well as liability and guilt )...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Dec 18, 20241 min read
Lessons From Operation Bear Claw: Statutory Breakdown, Conspiracy, and Search Warrants
Imagine orchestrating an elaborate insurance scam involving a person in a bear costume. Four Los Angeles residents recently found...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Nov 15, 20244 min read
I Can’t Let September Go By Without a Nod to Earth, Wind & Fire
I know, I know—September 21 has come and gone, and I should have posted this blog on that iconic date. But I just couldn’t let the month...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 28, 20243 min read
Friday the 13th and Legal Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions
It's Friday, September 13, 2024. Friday the 13th has long been a symbol of superstition and fear, a day when many believe bad luck runs...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 13, 20244 min read
Burglarized, Yes. Burgled, Yes. Robbery, No.
Criminal law on most bar exams is a bit unusual. Criminal law often tests a mix of common law principles and generally accepted legal...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Aug 29, 20243 min read
Learning from The Beatles (Part 10 - Songs 91 to 100)
In my ongoing series, I continue to explore how Beatles songs can illustrate key legal concepts. We've already seen how “ Help! ”...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Aug 23, 202410 min read
Don't Let Burdens Burden You
Navigating the different burdens in law school and on the bar exam can sometimes be challenging. The terms "burden of proof," "burden of...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jul 21, 20243 min read
Two Names, One Concept, and a Visit to Panera Bread
As you prepare for the bar exam, one common hurdle you might encounter is understanding that many legal concepts are known by different...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jun 25, 20242 min read