RT>I was only giving you the facts of the case, I was not stating an
  >opinion at first.  In my opinion, we agree that she should have
  >accepted responsibility for her own actions.
We agree on this'un RD.
 >  I also feel that if
  >Mickey Dees had a different attitude, the jury would have found for the
  >defendant.
I've seen this sentiment expressed many times and it really sticks in my
craw.  Why should any business be punished for standing up to frivolous
and outrageous lawsuits?
Were they being arrogant?  I don't see it.  Businesses are tired and
frustrated by judges and juries that hand out absurd sums of _their_
money to individuals whose only case is to exploit the civil system.
Why shouldn't McD's defend themselves. While they are at it, they are
defending all the other businesses that are subject to similar actions.
More power to them!  Its about time someone with the financial backing
is finally standing up for right instead of merely paying off the
accuser just because it is cheaper than fighting.
It has been speculated that in the end, McDonald's will probably have
the entire judgement overturned.  I hope so!  The only thing they make
that I enjoy is Egg McMuffins, but I will probably start patronizing
them in support of their fight for justice in spite of the costs.
BTW.... I don't even like their coffee.... tastes like chalk :)
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