Can we please remember that this is fiction after all.... Don't compare this show to real life law & order or expect anything more than entertainment and you won't be disappointed. I was on the fence after the pilot but my curiosity sucked me in & I ended up watching 15 episodes in a week. I didn't have a hard time following the flashback scenes since they were "labeled" nicely for the viewer. If you stick with this show for a few episodes you won't be disappointed. I thought I had everything figured out more than once...You can't just sit and "Veg" in front of the screen. You are required to pay attention & actually tune in or you may miss something important. I watch via Netflix or DVR so that if I feel like I just missed something I can rewind a scene or 2. I get pretty invested in shows being a TV junkie & this show keeps me feeling fulfilled.