On the recordJuly 1, 1850
Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser--in fees, expenses, and waste of time.
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gutenberg.orgAbraham Lincoln: “Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser--in fees, expenses, and waste of time.”
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From a note for a law lecture, Lincoln suggests lawyers should highlight the hidden costs of litigation to encourage clients towards compromise.
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