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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Pennsylvania Superior Court affirms decision that five elephants aren't entitled to habeas relief since statute refers to "persons." The trunk-ated opinion is attached. www.pacourts.us/assets/opini...

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I can really only deal with one set of lights at a time.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Raffi, this has its origins in the Holy Roman Empire with the Diet of Worms.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Congratulations and best wishes.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Adventures in Being K’s Dad. K is my son, an adult with autism & his dad’s best pal. My boy loves the beach most of all. It brings him peace & relaxation. And my wife has for years found opportunities to get him to one beach or another as often as she can. They’re beach buddies, & I love that.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Looks fun and delicious. L’Shana Tovah.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Writing a brief at the beach before the family awakens.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Writing a brief at the beach before the family awakens.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Thirty-six years ago this afternoon, Beth and I exchanged vows at the Hotel Hershey. The road from there to here has included love, a much-adored son, laughter, respect and support through a few challenges. I'm a fortunate man indeed.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

My wife is pretty amazing. I'm ... tolerable.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Carl, you're very kind. I'm fortunate to be my boy's dad. Except when I have to go on roller coasters with him.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

“Bluey” with my son. We watch a lot of “Bluey.”

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I’m sorry, Megan. May her memory be a blessing.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Visited the doctor this morning. After seeing him, I stopped at the front desk to make my next appointment, and the nice lady looked up at me and asked "Are you checking out?" This caused me some alarm as the doctor seemed to suggest I'm doing fine.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

There should be just the regular, original Cheez-Its. They needed no improvement.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

I don’t think Noah’s listing “The Planet of the Apes” works. Taylor and the other astronauts knew everyone they cared about was long dead. They weren’t trying to get home. (Spoiler avoided.)

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

51 years ago today, Jimmy Hoffa disappeared from the parking lot of the Machus Red Fox restaurant in Bloomfield Hills, MI. When I was a young adult living in Toledo, I used to drive up that way to take my grandmother to lunch. She always chose the Red Fox. I always wondered what Grandma had in mind.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

On this date in 1925, a jury in Dayton, TN, found schoolteacher John Scopes guilty of violating the Butler Act by teaching evolution. The judge fined Mr. Scopes $100. The Tennessee Supreme Court later vacated the fine on a technicality. Yay appellate courts. #AppellateSky

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

In any event, the game looks very clever and helpful. Congratulations.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Please tell me that there are game tokens called “the International Shoe” and “Rook Feldman.”

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

The Pennsylvania Capitol as seen from my office window, obscured by Canadian wildfire smoke.

Photo of Pennsylvania Capitol dome shrouded in smoke.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

My great-grandparents on the Fine side of the family were Rachel and Reuben. I think of them as the sandwich generation.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

My great-grandparents on the Fine side of the family were Rachel and Reuben. I think of them as the sandwich generation.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Alzo is a great addition to the show.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

I’m sorry. Depending on the nature of your illness, you might try matzo ball soup. It has natural healing properties.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

It was beautiful, and the drive through Wales was remarkable.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Do I score points if my wife and I spent a night in Portmeirion Village?

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

“Counselor, wouldn’t you agree your entire argument is foreclosed by the opinion we just issued this morning in ABC v. DEF?” “Your Honor, I’d like to take a hydration break now.”

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

“Counselor, wouldn’t you agree your entire argument is foreclosed by the opinion we just issued this morning in ABC v. DEF?” “Your Honor, I’d like to take a hydration break now.”

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The only reason we celebrate on July 4 is because that's the day the Congress approved the text of the declaration. Only a body half populated by lawyers would put off the celebration until the deal was papered. 2/2

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

As the Committee of Five memorably sings in "1776," John Adams was obnoxious and disliked. However, I think he got (at least) one thing right. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress voted to declare independence, and that's the day we should celebrate as Independence Day. 1/2

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

I really give you credit for keeping it all in perspective.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

My goodness. They take good care of the law students. In my day, we were given faux wayfarer sunglasses that said "Westlaw is Hot." I long ago embraced by geek status, but even I couldn't wear those to the beach.

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

What can Lexis rewards points be used for?

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Two-hundred fifty years ago today the Committee of Five that drafted the Declaration of Independence transmitted its draft to the Continental Congress. I’ve no doubt the file was labeled “TJ FINAL, FINAL, REALLY FINAL,” and the transmittal message said something like … 1/2

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drfine.bsky.social @drfine.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

… “This is still a bit rough but I wanted to let you see the general grievances—will polish and fill in record cites later.” 2/2

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