I hadn't considered that (bolded) part when I responded... I read the original scenario as only being verbally questioned, not physically accosted. Agreed there is a big difference there.Soccerdad1995 wrote:Someone asks if I am a thief? Insulting, but I agree that is not worthy of a lawsuit. Someone physically prevents me from leaving their store? Going so far as to assault me if I insist on leaving? Definitely lawsuit worthy, IMHO. Actually worthy of more than a lawsuit, but we are civilized folks, so I would prefer to get recompense from the courts than from that person directly in the same manner. And we are not talking about law enforcement. We are talking about private citizens working for a company.flechero wrote:Why is everyone so lawsuit happy?? I really just don't get it. Someone sees you oddly fondling an item and then sees a bulge under your shirt and asks to verify it's not merchandise and people want to bring on a lawsuit?? What in the world? Think through what you are saying. Hundreds of wasted hours and lots of money spent on both sides, not to mention pulling resources away from real needs. Are we drunk in our righteousness? I'm really shocked with the responses.
Do you fight the LEO on the side of the road when you are pulled over for "speeding" (aka spot check) if you actually weren't, or do you show your DL/LTC & insurance to go on your way?
I'm really surprised by the change in attitude around here. And having seen a frivolous lawsuit against a good friend, I know what a waste it is for all parties... when it is finally thrown out, there are no refunds of your time, money or reputation.
Flame suit on.
If I invite you to my home and then grab you and physically prevent you from leaving because I wrongly accuse you of being a thief, would you honestly just say "oh well, no harm no foul. Guess it was an honest mistake?"
I don't like the receipt checking, even after they watch me check out but it's not usually enough to make me drive to a different store (we are in a small town so not too convenient to find alternatives)