Jin and Soo Chung came to the United States in search of the American dream. What they experienced was the nightmare of American lawsuit abuse. While the Chungs may not be household names, most Americans are aware of the $54 million lawsuit over…
“When I heard $67 million, I said to myself, ‘Nonsense’… How could he claim this much over a pair of pants?”Jin and Soo Chung ·Custom Cleaners · Washington, D.C.
“As a result of all the legal fees associated with the lawsuit, we had no choice but to close the facility,” says Crystal Chodes, former marketing director for Basketball Town, a special events facility for basketball, volleyball, and other sporting…
“If it can close an entire facility that’s meant to benefit children and families, it can hurt anyone.”Crystal Chodes ·Basketball Town · Rancho Cordova, CA
“You used to be able to give better service; you used to be able to be better than everybody else. Now you have to watch your step because you’re doing something that’s going to expose you to some legal action.” That sentiment underscores…
“There’s got to be a line drawn in the sand and we’ve got to start doing something about this, because it’s just gone way too far.”Randy Baumgarten ·Lee Lumber and Building Materials · Chicago, IL
The increasing fear of lawsuits is eliminating recess and removing playgrounds from America’s schools, and it’s coming at a cost to our children. Dr. Olga Jarrett, an associate professor at Georgia State University who prepares teachers to teach…
“We are losing a lot in terms of kids’ innovativeness and creativity. Frankly, I am worried about the next generation.”Dr. Olga Jarrett ·Associate Professor · Georgia State University
When does the president of a corporation have to get his own coffee? When he and his business partner are the only employees. “In a startup like ours, there’s two employees, so we do everything,” says Chris Moser, president of Network 54…
“It seems silly that we are the ones that have to pay for someone else’s shot at maybe making a lot of money.”Chris Moser ·Network 54 · Los Angeles, CA
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