Posted by Snowie on August 23, 2000, at 19:10:24
In reply to Re: U.S. legal questions, posted by Mark H. on August 23, 2000, at 14:49:03
Mark, it sounds as if you have had quite an experience with our legal system, and for the most part I agree with what you wrote.
I disagree with a few things, especially your statement that pursuing a municipality is a fool's errand. A former boss pursued at least two municipalities for his clients: Hernando County (he won big in that case, and they paid), and the Tampa Housing Authority (they settled, and they also paid). Whether you like it or not, lawyers play a vital role in our society, and through their efforts, changes are eventually made that make life safer and better for us all.
Here's a good link that might help Cam understand the basics of personal injury in the U.S. Knowledge is power. I wish you and your family only the best.
http://www.nolo.com/encyclopedia/pi_ency.html
Snowie
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