David Kronke was appointed Mayor of Television after a bloodless coup in 2000. Since then, he has improved infrastructure, championed greater educational opportunities and fought for reforms that have utterly erased corruption and incompetence from the television industry. Since Mr. Kronke has ascended to power, Television is a far better place. Was someone jerky to you? Sue 'em!
From the story:
“‘It is not enough to go on television and say ‘I’m sorry,’� Allred said. “We are issuing a challenge to Michael Richards.�
“That challenge would require Richards to meet face-to-face with Doss and McBride in front of a judge. So far, no lawsuit has been filed.
“‘We want the retired judge to make a recommendation on how much Michael Richards should pay to compensate our clients,� added Allred.
“And if Richards refuses?
“‘Then he will have to bear the consequences of whatever comes next,� she said.�
Honestly, I didn’t know you could sue someone simply for being an @$$hole. If she actually wins that argument in court and sets a new legal precedent, Allred herself could wind up the target of a few lawsuits.
As indefensible as Richards' behavior is, it seems that a court of law is the one place where it is defensible. He didn't actually lay a hand on the guys, and there is this thing called the First Amendment which protects even the most appallingly stupid speech.
But this begs the question: I saw Carrot Top perform once; can I sue him for my pain and suffering?
Besides, isn't helping utterly quash a career satisfaction enough?