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Originally Posted by PARADOX
(Post 3618608)
Don't want to start a major argument, but do you know how many ways I could make contact with some one and no one would know it's me? I got "contacts" all the time form people "no affiliated " with some one else, and at the end of the day it was his/her son that called.
Anyrate. Just a few questions, (sorry if it's answered before) Why file in Broward? I thought Joey was still alive when he got out of the boat. (I seem to remember reading somethnig about injuries and he was breathing) not sure. This drowining just sounds fishy. |
Originally Posted by mike tkach
(Post 3617251)
do you really think this suit will put an end to offshore racing in florida,i hope not,but with a law on the books that states sponsers can be held responsible,you may be right.
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Originally Posted by ajfisher
(Post 3619149)
You'd be surprised... It put Smoke on the Water to sleep here in Michigan, that was an excellent event saw some great chopper footage of the last one ran
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On a more light hearted note
I wrote some music lyrics (actualy i wrote two songs) for our last election and I just came across them again I think Lawyers being law makers is a conflict of interest and this song speaks to that. It was fun to write and it still makes me smile when i bring it back up (Verse) Lawyers are liars and we can't get a break they aren't really helping us it's about the money they make So you say you slipped and fell got hurt on the street give Sam a call and a settlement we will meet It does not matter if you truly have been harmed will sue someone for a leg and also an arm WE don't need an excuse to place blame on others when were done with this guy will just sue another (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me (Verse) Were you driving drunk and ran in to a wall Pick up the phone you know who to call We will blame the car or the beer for its attraction if many have consumed it we will start a class action We need to revolt against the lawyers money mission but there is nowhere to turn most become a judge or politician The rule when voting for your country's good health don't vote in a lawyer you just increase their wealth (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me (Verse) We all know this country is in serious world trouble the end is near as we sit watching the bubble don't vote lawyers into office it only will go south they only speak the truth when they don't open their mouth Give them your money they will use it to campaign Then become president and treat us with distain (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me (Verse) If you think they are there to help you out of your distress they will just fuel the flames and make things a mess It is always someone elses's fault that is their moto They promice you answers and cash like you hit the loto Other peoples money is there life's long mission The bigger the pay off the bigger thier commission So think twice before you vote for a new world leader He might just be a leagle system bottom feeder (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me |
Originally Posted by boatme
(Post 3619897)
On a more light hearted note
I wrote some music lyrics (actualy i wrote two songs) for our last election and I just came across them again I think Lawyers being law makers is a conflict of interest and this song speaks to that. It was fun to write and it still makes me smile when i bring it back up (Verse) Lawyers are liars and we can't get a break they aren't really helping us it's about the money they make So you say you slipped and fell got hurt on the street give Sam a call and a settlement we will meet It does not matter if you truly have been harmed will sue someone for a leg and also an arm WE don't need an excuse to place blame on others when were done with this guy will just sue another (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me (Verse) Were you driving drunk and ran in to a wall Pick up the phone you know who to call We will blame the car or the beer for its attraction if many have consumed it we will start a class action We need to revolt against the lawyers money mission but there is nowhere to turn most become a judge or politician The rule when voting for your country's good health don't vote in a lawyer you just increase their wealth (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me (Verse) We all know this country is in serious world trouble the end is near as we sit watching the bubble don't vote lawyers into office it only will go south they only speak the truth when they don't open their mouth Give them your money they will use it to campaign Then become president and treat us with distain (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me (Verse) If you think they are there to help you out of your distress they will just fuel the flames and make things a mess It is always someone elses's fault that is their moto They promice you answers and cash like you hit the loto Other peoples money is there life's long mission The bigger the pay off the bigger thier commission So think twice before you vote for a new world leader He might just be a leagle system bottom feeder (Chorus) Lawyers are liars they just want our money It's always someone elses fault this just isn't funny To be great in politics you need a law degree I don't like their actions they don't represent me |
Originally Posted by Tom A.
(Post 3618406)
What is being questioned is whether or not the sanctioning body did what it said it was going to do.
If SBI did everything they were supposed to, then all will be fine. (They should have disclosed it sooner to prevent this, perhaps.) However, if they misled people and did NOT provide what they promised, then in reality the racers were not making an informed choice and that does cause a problem. All racers know the inherent risks and that is not what is being questioned. What is in question is whether they had everything that they were expecting. I think those of you that are criticizing the Grattons are underestimating the family. I knew them very well when I raced and still think the world of them. In my opinion, they are suing to obtain factual data regarding the accident - something that hasn't been shared with them voluntarily. Just one man's thoughts and opinions..... |
Originally Posted by Phantom1
(Post 3620334)
That is the best post on this thread yet in my opinion. I raced offshore for three years ('99, '00 & '01), and can tell you that there was a strong level of comfort that the divers "had my back". Did I look at them as being able to save me in any circumstance? No, but they were a good "safety net"....or "back up" plan. I liken it to skydiving. You know the potential for accidents, but you put a certain level of trust in the company that is taking you up, packed your chute, and went over all of the safety rules/recommendations. All of a sudden your main chute doesn't open, you expect for the back up/secondary chute to work right? What happens if the secondary chute doesn't open quick enough? The skydiving company said that it would be an extra level of safety....
I think those of you that are criticizing the Grattons are underestimating the family. I knew them very well when I raced and still think the world of them. In my opinion, they are suing to obtain factual data regarding the accident - something that hasn't been shared with them voluntarily. Just one man's thoughts and opinions..... |
Originally Posted by ROTAX454
(Post 3618306)
Does Florida have limitations to the percentage of the award that a trial attorney can receive? Just curious.
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Originally Posted by Phantom1
(Post 3620334)
That is the best post on this thread yet in my opinion. I raced offshore for three years ('99, '00 & '01), and can tell you that there was a strong level of comfort that the divers "had my back". Did I look at them as being able to save me in any circumstance? No, but they were a good "safety net"....or "back up" plan. I liken it to skydiving. You know the potential for accidents, but you put a certain level of trust in the company that is taking you up, packed your chute, and went over all of the safety rules/recommendations. All of a sudden your main chute doesn't open, you expect for the back up/secondary chute to work right? What happens if the secondary chute doesn't open quick enough? The skydiving company said that it would be an extra level of safety....
I think those of you that are criticizing the Grattons are underestimating the family. I knew them very well when I raced and still think the world of them. In my opinion, they are suing to obtain factual data regarding the accident - something that hasn't been shared with them voluntarily. Just one man's thoughts and opinions..... |
Originally Posted by dhlaw
(Post 3620414)
33% pre suit, 40% post lawsuit filing up to $1 mil, 30% up to $2 mil and 20% after that. I am admitted in Florida and practice PI.
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