• subignition@fedia.io
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      2 months ago

      It’s real dangerous to look at someone seeking legal representation and take that as an implication of guilt.

      Not defending Mr Beast at all, I’m sure there is no shortage of actual evidence of wrongdoing

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        This isn’t even a reaction to known allegations—apparently he’s just anticipating potential future trouble:

        the reason that Donaldson hired the flashy lawyer is to conduct an internal audit of his company, the likes of which has recently come under fire as the result of various scandals.

        So I think it’s fair to say it’s an admission that his conduct might be legally questionable, without taking it as a confession of guilt

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          IIRC there was significant backlash over the Squid Games clone, or what was supposed to be. This is probably a wise decision.

          If you wait until you need a lawyer, you waited too long.