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Originally Posted by fxashun  I wouldn't go that far...As a boy who grew up without that much money, middle class sure beats po'. But I don't understand suing a whole slew of medical professionals individually for as much money as possible for what adds up to at worse, an honest mistake. I guess it's not my place to judge, but jacking it up for everybody to soothe your own sorrow seems a bit selfish. | I agree with you here, FX; but I suppose it all depends on everybody else's view on money that dictates how they would reactin a legal situation.
I was not wealthy growing up, but I was always taught that money is just a means from which we purchase goods and services- that's it.
As far as this deals with lawsuits; I definitely see the point some people make. Monetary awards in lawsuits should be based on recovery of lost money (costs) for the winning plaintiff. This would also cover legal and medical costs; if any.
Tort awards for death should be based on a reasonable expectancy and quality of life formula. But granted, there will be no steadfast amount or rule that can apply to everyone. But tort reform is needed in this country. |