An Amazing Moment In Jurisprudence: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

“you shall choose out of the entire nation men of substance, god fearers, men of truth, who hate monetary gain, and you shall appoint over them.” jethro, exodus 18 moses’ father in law, jethro, succinctly defined the substance of the judiciary. a federal court judge, in 2009, reminded the legal community as to the court’sContinue reading “An Amazing Moment In Jurisprudence: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Now, There is Only “ME” in Team: A Ten Commandments’ Story

a recent supreme court decision concerning amateur sports and ever growing social media enterprise have effectively destroyed the team concept. individuals, for money or fame, are seeking to position themselves as sport’s gods or idols. the world moving forward, however, may not be as bright as these budding idols believe. two stories addressing sports idolismContinue reading “Now, There is Only “ME” in Team: A Ten Commandments’ Story”

When You Peel Back The Onion, You Will Never Know What You Will Find: A Ten Commandments’ Story

well, I won’t back downno, I won’t back downyou can stand me up at the gates of hellbut i won’t back down tom petty human beings are like onions. we have layers. just start peeling. while there is much to see on the surface, underneath, there are layers of substance. these layers will reveal, amongContinue reading “When You Peel Back The Onion, You Will Never Know What You Will Find: A Ten Commandments’ Story”

A God Dog Moment: A Ten Commandments’ Story

it was an old blind dog on its last paw of life. this arthritis airdale terrier spent most of its days laying down. its owner, a forensic psychiatrist, would bring the dog to work. this psychiatrist reported on one of my legal cases. occasionally, i would depose the doctor. a deposition is an informal courtContinue reading “A God Dog Moment: A Ten Commandments’ Story”

The Moral Compass, Ten Commandments’ Principles, and Prescription Drugs: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

prescription drug commercials and magazine advertisements list myriads of medication side-effects. side-effects can be severe and can include suicidal and homicidal thoughts. thus, medications can impact an individual’s adherence to ten commandments’ principles. prescription medications, unlike recreational drugs or are taken with good intent. thus, a morality issue arises when there are side-effects of aContinue reading “The Moral Compass, Ten Commandments’ Principles, and Prescription Drugs: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Children Hear Everything: The Legend of “Char Man”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

children hear EVERYTHING. i learned it the hard way. i got burned. for children, summer overnight camp is magical experience. my opportunity came only once. our family ran a tight budget. as a result, each child got one shot at it. the month was filled with activities, learning and religious practice. during that month, iContinue reading “Children Hear Everything: The Legend of “Char Man”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

It Is Time To Get Our Messaging Straight: Can We Say “We Are a Society Based Upon Ten Commandments’ Principles?”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

say it! say it! sam kinison, back to school messaging is important. currently, we are confronted with politicians and social activists who have no problem with theft, lying and murder. politicians in san francisco enacted a law which essentially allows individuals to steal up to $950.00, from stores. a congress member admittedly lied about aContinue reading “It Is Time To Get Our Messaging Straight: Can We Say “We Are a Society Based Upon Ten Commandments’ Principles?”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Denying, Lying, and Surviving: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

sexual assault survivors confront many issues when their assailant is a medical professional. sexual assaults occurring during the course of a medical examination or procedure can be exceedingly complicated. medical examinations and procedures involving private parts can be extremely evasive and uncomfortable. even when done properly, these examinations and procedures can be painful and emotionallyContinue reading “Denying, Lying, and Surviving: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Was Gandhi Right On His View of “An Eye For An Eye”? Ask Fred Valdamar Ortiz: A Ten Commandments’ Story

“an eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind” mahatma gandhi mahatma gandhi’s wisdom concerning the biblical pronouncement of an “eye for an eye” missed the statement’s meaning. an incident in utah is proof. leviticus 24:19-20, states that “.. a man who inflicts an injury upon his fellow man just asContinue reading “Was Gandhi Right On His View of “An Eye For An Eye”? Ask Fred Valdamar Ortiz: A Ten Commandments’ Story”

Family Redemption From Unforgiveable Acts? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

in minnesota, a successful palestinian family went into a crisis mode. their daughter’s once deleted tweets went public. as a 16 year old, their daughter posted vile tweets that were anti-black, anti-jewish and anti-gay. as a result, the community and social media upset ensued causing interruption to their business. the reported financial losses have beenContinue reading “Family Redemption From Unforgiveable Acts? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”