I wonder how long it will be until
 

someone is sued over Katrina and the aftermath.

Within 30 days?

Re: I wonder how long it will be until
 

As long as there was so much as one attorney left alive in NO, it will take less than thirty days.

Re: I wonder how long it will be until
 

Anyone see a big class action against Fema or the like?

Re: I wonder how long it will be until
 

I'm sure it's started already.

I have an idea that would slow down lawsuits. Base someone's win on their net worth. If you harm someone or are grossly negligent, let a jury or judge make the judgment for the plaintiff no more than 25% of their net worth.

Much of why people say that they sue is out of principle. I call B.S. on that, i think we all do. It's a get rich quick scheme where slimy lawyers can turn any fact into damning evidence.

If you took away the allure of someone becoming wealthy for being in the wrong place at the wrong time you'll have solved the issue of frivolous lawsuits that people file just because they can.

Re: I wonder how long it will be until
 

..and here is the Exhibit #1:
http://205.188.130.53/ngm/0410/feature5/

EVERYBODY knew it was coming

Re: I wonder how long it will be until
 

not long, expect to be served shortly ;)