Why was the person suing for such a small amount? Except for perhaps he felt it was for the principle of whatever it was that he was going up against an insurance company. They usually have more money than God! Why would this person even think he could win at all?
Yep. We watched a video with a doctor explaining something about him having arm and elbow pain. The doctor said it didn't happen during the accident. He was really convincing.
I wish I knew what his motivation was. As I said to another person, the attorney fees would have far surpassed that small of an amount. And what I wish I knew was what they were arguing about when we were taken back to the jury room a few times. Then we were let go one morning because they were arguing over something else.
All this for a little over $200. Doesn't make sense to me.
Yeah, I don't know if I would have wanted my name to be read but you did what you had to do. Out of curiosity, why did the person only ask for that small amount? Do you think that maybe he used reverse psychology and hoped that if he asked for less that he would win more?
Absolutely fascinating, Matt! I've never been called up for jury service, but a friend of mine has been TWICE. He told me that the first time he'd initially been unconvinced by a piece of evidence in the case and had therefore been responsible for holding up deliberations in the jury room. He had been worried what his fellow jurors might think of him until one of them passed him a note with just a single word on it:
Thanks Rebecca! I'm glad you liked it. That's great about your friend. Nothing about being the only one holding up everything. But you have to go with your gut on these things.
About 1 1/2 to 2 years ago, I got called again. Although I didn't have to be on a jury this time, it was interesting. A little different process. I may write about that one too.
I’ve been lucky enough to avoid it, but I appreciate hearing your story. I think a couple of times I rang the number and found I wasn’t needed, and a couple of other times I got a letter saying I was exempted. No idea why, but I’m not complaining. Thanks for the story Matthew. Hopefully things are warm where you are? I’ve heard that America is decidedly chilly at the moment. All the best.
The last few days, the high has been in the 80s. But we are getting a cold front again. The termps during the days are only expected to be in the 60s, with the lows in the 40s. I wish the cold weather would disappear.
Wait! You found for the insurance company??
Why was the person suing for such a small amount? Except for perhaps he felt it was for the principle of whatever it was that he was going up against an insurance company. They usually have more money than God! Why would this person even think he could win at all?
Details, details, inquiring minds want to know! 🤔
Yep. We watched a video with a doctor explaining something about him having arm and elbow pain. The doctor said it didn't happen during the accident. He was really convincing.
I wish I knew what his motivation was. As I said to another person, the attorney fees would have far surpassed that small of an amount. And what I wish I knew was what they were arguing about when we were taken back to the jury room a few times. Then we were let go one morning because they were arguing over something else.
All this for a little over $200. Doesn't make sense to me.
Ah well, made for a good story.
Yeah, I don't know if I would have wanted my name to be read but you did what you had to do. Out of curiosity, why did the person only ask for that small amount? Do you think that maybe he used reverse psychology and hoped that if he asked for less that he would win more?
I have no idea why he asked for such a small amount. It was capped at that amount, so there was no way that he would have won more.
Absolutely fascinating, Matt! I've never been called up for jury service, but a friend of mine has been TWICE. He told me that the first time he'd initially been unconvinced by a piece of evidence in the case and had therefore been responsible for holding up deliberations in the jury room. He had been worried what his fellow jurors might think of him until one of them passed him a note with just a single word on it:
'RESPECT.'
Thanks Rebecca! I'm glad you liked it. That's great about your friend. Nothing about being the only one holding up everything. But you have to go with your gut on these things.
About 1 1/2 to 2 years ago, I got called again. Although I didn't have to be on a jury this time, it was interesting. A little different process. I may write about that one too.
I can't imagine how I would deal with that kind of responsibility. I'm not sure I'd be a great pick for a jury.
I'd love to read about your other call-up experience some time. Do write that story!
I’ve been lucky enough to avoid it, but I appreciate hearing your story. I think a couple of times I rang the number and found I wasn’t needed, and a couple of other times I got a letter saying I was exempted. No idea why, but I’m not complaining. Thanks for the story Matthew. Hopefully things are warm where you are? I’ve heard that America is decidedly chilly at the moment. All the best.
I'm glad you liked the story Beth.
The last few days, the high has been in the 80s. But we are getting a cold front again. The termps during the days are only expected to be in the 60s, with the lows in the 40s. I wish the cold weather would disappear.