Things escalated quickly in a Pontotoc County hearing when attorney Rob Hopkins clashed with the judge, leading to him being tackled, screaming “I can’t breathe,” and arrested for contempt (plus resisting). He has since closed his firm. Viral video material.
Lesson for your practice: Losing your cool with a judge never ends well—contempt can derail careers instantly. Professional composure under pressure is non-negotiable, regardless of the issues at stake.
