Date: Sep 15, 2018 9:41 am Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
I just thought of something else. Why wasn't a judge present for Mr Peters testimony? Why was it held in a conference room? Or is this something that will eventually go before a judge in a courtroom? Little confused there. Not very familiar on court proceedings. It just seems the judge should have heard his confession.
Cathy
Author's Response:
Hey Cathy,
I'm just looking over some of the reviews to make sure that where I am in this story is exactly where I need to be. So I am just now running across this question. The answer is that the first phase of any Civil trial is called the Depositional phase, which consists of two parts: the written account and video confirmation, which is what's going on in this chapter and the sidebars leading up to the courtroom showdown. This is the stage where the witness being questioned is asked questions to clarify their written account of events from their point of view, which must line up with what they've written or it can/will be disputed before the final stage (before a Civil Litigation Judge), where damages are either awarded or denied. Since it is also considered another form of evidence, the judge will be able to view the videoes as such in order to make a final determination.
It's way too evident that I watch entirely TOO MUCH CourtTv, Law & Order, and murder mysteries on ID Discovery and Dateline... LOL Hope this helps!
HUGS and LOVE,
~Nichelle
Date: Sep 15, 2018 9:29 am Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
was trying to hold off from commenting... but I realized I needed to interject something. Why only ONE million dollars? They clearly should have asked for more. Hobbs, SR has more than enough money. Chris isn't even gonna pay a price for his crime. If Samuel was paying Mr Peters TWO million, and lord knows how much to Russo, I feel with that much money at his disposal, they should have asked for multiple, MULTIPLE millions! Justin was going to be an artist. I know that doesn't mean he would have made it, but he already showed talent beyond his years. How much can an artist make in 10 years or more, when they start selling paintings in the 5 or 6 figure range? Also with Justin's mental state, any college would be out of the question. How is he suppose to support himself during his lifetime? Regardless of the settlement, nobody wants to sit on their hind end their whole life, wasting away with nothing to do. Well, I guess there are the WASP wives that don't work. But the dollar amount should have fit the crime. The father will pay, but Chris won't... I hope someone with clout can make such Chris never gets a chance for college...
Well, now that I had my rant... Need I say that Lindsay is a CUNT? Michael is too. How dare they enter the loft and take it into their own hands to toss Justin out of his home! I hope Brian and Mel move to have her rights removed, and Brian's reinstated. And Michael... I don't even want to imagine what Brian's reaction will be when that article comes out in the paper. Or, the rest of the family for that matter. He won't be able to even get a job in Pittsburgh after this. He should be ostracized from the Avenue! I hope Ben sees through him in time before they move towards a relationship. Ben has seen B/J's relationship. He knows the dynamic of the two. He knows the person Justin is (was). How can he allow Michael to put such a damning perspective about Justin out there, without calling him out on it? I hope Michael complains to Ben about Brian treating him the way he is, so he has to come clean with what he and Lindsay did. Can Michael be sued? I know he doesn't have much, but he must have his trusty comic books and toys... And why is David going to Pittsburgh? They aren't LEGALLY married are they? David shouldn't have to be responsible for Michael's screw-ups. Michael is 30 yrs old. He can make his own decision. Even if a person is married, that doesn't mean a spouse is responsible for the others actions. God rest his soul, but if my husband would have murdered somebody, would it have been my fault?
Loving the story. I don't care which way you spin a story. They are all riveting, pulling a reader in. Thank you for that.
Hugs, Cathy
[Report This]Date: Apr 13, 2017 3:36 am Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
I just love the way this is going. PitBull Mel has the DA by the horns.
Date: Jun 24, 2016 9:02 pm Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
Okay loved the deposition, and our pitt-bull dyke lawyer!
Now I forgot to comment on toppy Justin. That was so perfect! Hot! And incredibly romantic... Brian Kinney does take it up the ass and likes it! A LOT!!! More toppy Justin Please!
Later Sweetheart ~ Kathleen
Date: Jun 20, 2016 8:19 pm Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
OK...who's the next witness?!?! Russo? Palmer?? Craig?? Eeeeeeeek I can't wait!! lol.
This..was fucking BRILIANT!! Mel was fucking Brilliant! Wow. I mean we knoew it was all coming, but to have it finally happen adn to know that more is still to come....is awesome!! I kind of hope they all start talking on their phones now so that the FBI can nail them all!! lol.
Ok....so obviously i LOVED!!!!!!!!! this chapter. The sidebar is a brilliant idea and am so glad you are writing this. I think this way is good to. 2 stories in 1, without one taking away from the other. I think it would've lost something if you hade done it together.
2 chapters made for terrific weekend reading. Such a treat!!!
thanks you again!!
Cheers,
Elaine
Date: Jun 18, 2016 7:44 am Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
What a delight! I love how Melanie is building the case and how she's going to nail the people involved.
Can't wait for more, as you know.
Thank you for the update!
Date: Jun 18, 2016 6:32 am Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
Have us on the edge of our seats. Can't wait to read how this is gonna play out. Thanks for the great read.
[Report This]Date: Jun 18, 2016 3:38 am Title: SIDEBAR CHAPTER ONE- Preparing for Battle
Damn! You're going to give me a new respect for Mel, which is a shame since I never liked her character lol
I have been waiting patiently for an update was just about to log off when I saw a new chapter (YES!!!!!), I can't wait to find out what happens next, this is one riveting story because you are addressing what the show chose to ignore, at last Brian and Justin are getting Justice!