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 28, 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
Feeling the Heat: Reviewing Criminal Law Concepts During a Heatwave
A dangerous heat wave is bringing higher-than-usual temperatures to much of the U.S. this weekend, including over parts of the Ohio...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jun 22, 20243 min read
A Pin Worth Holding Onto
Recently, as I rummaged through my basement, I stumbled upon a childhood treasure—a pin autographed by the members of Wilson Phillips. If...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jun 20, 20243 min read
Bun and Done: Bar Exam Concepts from the Mouths of Chestnut, Kobayashi
In the world of competitive eating, few rivalries have garnered as much attention and excitement as the battle between Joey Chestnut and...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jun 17, 20243 min read
How Pride Month Can Shape Exam Questions
Pride Month is an annual celebration that takes place in June to honor the LGBTQ+ community and commemorate the Stonewall Riots of June...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jun 3, 20242 min read
Why Keeping Up with Kim Kardashian Can Help with Essay Writing
Have you been keeping up with “The Kardashians”? "The Kardashians" is a reality TV show centered around Kim Kardashian and the rest of...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
May 25, 20243 min read
The Game Before the Game
Super Bowl 58 takes place tonight. But it’s the “game before the game” that has my kids more excited. No, I'm not talking about whether...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Feb 11, 20242 min read