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Michael Avenatti arrested for alleged $20 million extortion attempt against Nike //
March 25, 2019, 02:50 PM
sdyMichael Avenatti arrested for alleged $20 million extortion attempt against Nike //
WSJ names the CC-1 coconspirator as Mark Geragos
(from "people familiar w the matter")
https://www.wsj.com/articles/a...4fdb845ff661bd7a1ce6The co-conspirator in that matter is attorney Mark Geragos, two people familiar with the matter said. Mr. Geragos couldn’t immediately be reached for comment.
Nike and other apparel companies have in recent years drawn scrutiny for their sponsorship of amateur basketball leagues. Last year, a former Adidas AG executive was convicted at trial in Manhattan for steering bribe payments to the families of youth basketball players.
Nike said in its statement on Monday that it has been cooperating with the government investigation into NCAA basketball for over a year.
March 25, 2019, 02:51 PM
parabellumThe squeaky wheel gets the grease.
Dershowitz Says Lawyer's 'Big Mouth' May Have Led to Chargesquote:
"He's essentially accused of threatening to affect Nike's capital value unless some money was paid," Dershowitz said, adding that Avenatti tends to be "a guy with a big mouth, using words that reasonable lawyers would never use in a conversation."
"You can't threaten a company's bottom line unless they pay money, unless it's part of a negotiation," he said.
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"I am your retribution." - Donald Trump, speech at CPAC, March 4, 2023
March 25, 2019, 03:04 PM
BamaJeepsterquote:
Originally posted by sdy:
WSJ names the CC-1 coconspirator as Mark Geragos
You need to get the title correct...CNN Legal Analyst Mark Geragos
They gave Avenatti millions in free exposure, night after night of his nonsense. Then they have Geragos as their 'legal analyst'. Both frauds. I mean, we all knew it and anyone with any kind of reasoning and logic knew it, but it is nice to see public vindication.
“Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.”
- John Adams March 25, 2019, 03:24 PM
sdyHa ! not so fast bama
https://www.newsbusters.org/bl...tor-michael-avenattiA CNN spokeswoman just sent word that “Mark Geragos is no longer CNN contributor.”
Geragos represents Jussie Smollett and Colin Kaepernick
March 25, 2019, 03:40 PM
parabellumTwo questions-
First, is this slithering worm in custody at this time?
Secondly, how do you feel today's events will affect Avenatti's bid for the White House?
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"I am your retribution." - Donald Trump, speech at CPAC, March 4, 2023
March 25, 2019, 03:49 PM
GeorgeairThe second best part of sdy's link above is in the comments section. No clarity on his current custody status, but a useful forecast. Wouldn't bond for a scumbag like this be huge in this case?
You only have integrity once. - imprezaguy02
March 25, 2019, 03:54 PM
ArtieSDon't fuck with big dogs, they fuck back.
Nike is the definition of "big dog".
As I recall, some Democrat hearts were all a-flutter, as he was flirting with a run for President...
How's that working out for y'all?
"I vowed to myself to fight against evil more completely and more wholeheartedly than I ever did before. . . . That’s the only way to pay back part of that vast debt, to live up to and try to fulfill that tremendous obligation."
Alfred Hornik, Sunday, December 2, 1945 to his family, on his continuing duty to others for surviving WW II.
March 25, 2019, 03:57 PM
RipleySo CPL didn't need that Ferrari after all.
Set the controls for the heart of the Sun. March 25, 2019, 03:59 PM
P-220I know I should not take pleasure in someone else's pain.
However, it could not happen to a more deserving person.
Good luck Mike!
Niech Zyje P-220
Steve
March 25, 2019, 03:59 PM
Pipe SmokerI want to see his mug shot! Maybe mug shots (plural). An orange jumpsuit would look just right on that POS.
Serious about crackers March 25, 2019, 04:00 PM
BamaJeepsterAh, according to CNN, Trump is to blame for them giving a scumbag like Avenatti virtually unlimited airtime.
“Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.”
- John Adams March 25, 2019, 04:00 PM
rat2306What, no video of a 3:00 a.m. raid, him in handcuffs and jammies getting put into the back seat of an Explorer to sit next to Officer Shepherd? (snapping fingers)
March 25, 2019, 04:23 PM
TigerDorequote:
Originally posted by parabellum:
The squeaky wheel gets the grease.
Dershowitz Says Lawyer's 'Big Mouth' May Have Led to Chargesquote:
"He's essentially accused of threatening to affect Nike's capital value unless some money was paid," Dershowitz said, adding that Avenatti tends to be "a guy with a big mouth, using words that reasonable lawyers would never use in a conversation."
"You can't threaten a company's bottom line unless they pay money, unless it's part of a negotiation," he said.
In other words, it's okay for attorneys to extort money, but they must be tactful in the way they demand the money and veiled in their threats. Avenatti's sin as a lawyer wasn't the shakedown, it was his loudmouth, boorish behavior that tarnishes the profession.
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March 25, 2019, 04:25 PM
TigerDorequote:
Originally posted by Jimbo54:
I wonder what effect this will have on his Presidential bid.
Jim
Based on their last nominee, this should vault him to the front of the pack.
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March 25, 2019, 05:05 PM
MicropterusI said it months ago:
"I hope he sinks so low that he has to ask his porn "star" client for a job, and he ends up as a fluffer or a stunt-double in gay porn movies."
Start the mouth exercises and get the butter, Avenatti, "you're goin' down."
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March 25, 2019, 05:07 PM
jimb888The Trump curse strikes again. Folks who go to hatin' on the President get hit by the rebound.
March 25, 2019, 05:30 PM
DaveLquote:
Originally posted by Georgeair:
quote:
In reality, Avenatti never filed personal income tax returns for 2011, 2012 and 2013
How the hell does someone do this, and we let them walk around? I mean all the above story is whackadoo and looks like he's going down finally, but WTF?
You don’t have to file personal income tax returns if you don’t owe money. I’m not saying that’s the case with him, though, but that’s the law.
In Florida you are automatically suspended from practicing law if you are charged with a felony. I hope that’s the case in California too.
March 25, 2019, 05:42 PM
sdyquote:
You don’t have to file personal income tax returns if you don’t owe money
???
instructions for form 1040 says if you are single and under 65 w gross income at least 12k, you must file.
Other conditions have different "at least" amounts
March 25, 2019, 05:45 PM
OKCGeneOh this is great!
I’m going to get a new popcorn maker and enjoy this train wreck! It’s a thriller!
March 25, 2019, 06:21 PM
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