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Going to court: an amusing incident

Even before I became a plaintiff, I loved going to court, into courthouses and courtrooms. Since I’m without church, without bible, I’ve long regarded courthouses as better-than-holy places where I can honor and contemplate the Constitution in its profound complexity. … Continue reading

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Medical malpractice lawsuits: An excellent idea in NYC

While I normally cheer on lawsuits—I view them as, personally, a route to a form of justice and, politically, a sturdy limb on the legislative tree—I have a problem with medical malpractice suits. Because I’ve got many excellent physicians in … Continue reading

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Why sue? A current civil rights lawsuit bringing back old painful memories

The March 5, 2011 NYT’s headline reads, “Policing in Public Housing Leads City to Pay Plaintiffs.” But wait. Wasn’t I once peripherally involved in a similar case? Many years ago, I was chosen as a juror for a civil rights … Continue reading

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