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Originally Posted by Ustwo
Even if it were true, yes its a LOT different unless god was paying him and someone innocent was having to pay for it.
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Ustwo, I'm still eager to hear more about the case you cited. So far as I have seen, Edwards hasn't extorted anyone, unless one considers legitimate restitution for damages extortion.
Are you seriously charging that John Edwards knowingly sought unwarranted damages, in seeking damages in cases where he either knew that the injury was not real, or that the defendant was not guilty of causing the damage or liable for them? That is a very serious crime, grounds for disbarment, and for counter-suit for restitution against Mr. Edwards and his client. Since none of these have been pursued, you are going to have a tough time demonstrating that he did any of these illegal activities, when those (including some very good lawyers) who were involved with the cases were not able to demonstrate the same.
Or are you just drawing the conclusion that since he has successfully prosecuted cases, that he must be one of the very small minority of lawyers who engage in unethical behavior?