Mar 11Liked by Avinash Kunnath, Christopher Helling
This is great work, Twist. Honestly, I think an 11 part (and counting) detailed legal analysis about the FSU v. ACC drama that insulted us in passing is probably the best reflection of who we are as a Cal community and what we will be offering our new friends in the ACC.
I couldn't say it better. I'm impressed as hell by these reports. Quality work from a Cal grad is no surprise. Very much appreciate this work.
Now...for those that might have trouble understanding these amazing reports, where is the next Cal grad that can step up and creatively summarize these into a football game of figurative language featuring an FSU vs ACC gridiron showdown complete with all the similes, metaphors, and clever personifications of a creative writing masterpiece?
What's the score at this point in the game? Is FSU falling behind early in the first quarter? Does someone need to call a timeout? 😆
Ah, waiver of jurisdiction by general appearance. The nightmare of most attorneys since the court will jump on any minor misstep as waiving jurisdiction. Probably the easiest argument for the court to latch onto for their decision. Someone better contact their E&O carrier.
I have one tangential question... there is chatter that Clemson, et al may be preparing other suits to exit. If enough schools try to leave then is it possible to drop below the 2/3 threshold to countersue and force them to stay? Presumably the ACC could always respond to the filings of the departing schools, but could a smallish number be enough to effectively scuttle the conference's ability to hogtie the majority and make their escape?
This is great work, Twist. Honestly, I think an 11 part (and counting) detailed legal analysis about the FSU v. ACC drama that insulted us in passing is probably the best reflection of who we are as a Cal community and what we will be offering our new friends in the ACC.
I couldn't say it better. I'm impressed as hell by these reports. Quality work from a Cal grad is no surprise. Very much appreciate this work.
Now...for those that might have trouble understanding these amazing reports, where is the next Cal grad that can step up and creatively summarize these into a football game of figurative language featuring an FSU vs ACC gridiron showdown complete with all the similes, metaphors, and clever personifications of a creative writing masterpiece?
What's the score at this point in the game? Is FSU falling behind early in the first quarter? Does someone need to call a timeout? 😆
Not a football metaphor... but I don't think the coach needs to call a timeout. I think the spoiled brat needs to be given a timeout!
I'm not a lawyer, but somehow I feel like this is all moot if we win in Tallahassee on Sept 21.
Ah, waiver of jurisdiction by general appearance. The nightmare of most attorneys since the court will jump on any minor misstep as waiving jurisdiction. Probably the easiest argument for the court to latch onto for their decision. Someone better contact their E&O carrier.
Great stuff, man! Thank you!
I have one tangential question... there is chatter that Clemson, et al may be preparing other suits to exit. If enough schools try to leave then is it possible to drop below the 2/3 threshold to countersue and force them to stay? Presumably the ACC could always respond to the filings of the departing schools, but could a smallish number be enough to effectively scuttle the conference's ability to hogtie the majority and make their escape?
I thought that the theory was FSU, Clemson, and UNC would try to leave which is why adding Cal, Furd, and SMU would help offset the 2/3 threshold.
Great stuff!
Nice work, Twist!