I’m really sick and tired of the abuse of the legal system--getting wrongfully sued by people and ambulance chasing lawyers who think that since we have a well-known company, we can afford to just pay anything someone comes up with. I would have not started to write this rant if not for the most absurd notice to come to me earlier this week. A customer is suing me personally in small claims court for an artist who started a show 1-hour late. While the customer is rightfully irritated that the artist came late, I don’t recall getting a single complaint when Prince showed up 3-hours late to his midnight show and played from 3am to 6am at City Winery.
Hey, Michael. As a previous business owner, I can relate! Some of the lawsuits I had to deal with were just as absurd. A lot came from previous employees who just wanted to take advantage of the system to screw me. That, somehow, was much easier than doing their job properly. At any rate, sorry you have to go through it. Maybe you should try retiring like I did. I haven't been sued once since I sold my business! Take care, my friend.
Yes, this lawsuit sounds ridiculous and hopefully the Judge will throw it out. People like Trump having tons of $$$$$ available abuse the system. Insurance companies also draw out every legit lawsuit (injury, workers comp etc) for 3 years or more hoping you'll die first so they don't have to pay. The frustration is on both sides. The plaintiff is NOT always wrong.
Great article as usual. This is the third or fourth time I have read someone mentioning the abuse that lawyers create regarding the ADA. if you are a serial violator, that’s one thing but getting sued because of one picture or posting should be disallowed by the courts.
“Maddening” is spot on! I am shocked and frightened with what I see everyday. The entitlement and blatant disregard for our fellow man/woman/them is disheartening. Fighting the good fight does not have the same meaning anymore.
Once it was only the “elites” who had the money to pursue such frivolous claims. Now anyone can create mayhem of this nature. I say, counter sue and “lock them up.” That’ll teach them a lesson. Or at least it will teach them about reality in the music business.
Hey, Michael. As a previous business owner, I can relate! Some of the lawsuits I had to deal with were just as absurd. A lot came from previous employees who just wanted to take advantage of the system to screw me. That, somehow, was much easier than doing their job properly. At any rate, sorry you have to go through it. Maybe you should try retiring like I did. I haven't been sued once since I sold my business! Take care, my friend.
Yes, this lawsuit sounds ridiculous and hopefully the Judge will throw it out. People like Trump having tons of $$$$$ available abuse the system. Insurance companies also draw out every legit lawsuit (injury, workers comp etc) for 3 years or more hoping you'll die first so they don't have to pay. The frustration is on both sides. The plaintiff is NOT always wrong.
Mr. Dorf,
So, so sad...
We have and continue to be a great supporter of what you stand for and who you are.
How about opening up a City Winery in Jersey?
Great article as usual. This is the third or fourth time I have read someone mentioning the abuse that lawyers create regarding the ADA. if you are a serial violator, that’s one thing but getting sued because of one picture or posting should be disallowed by the courts.
“Maddening” is spot on! I am shocked and frightened with what I see everyday. The entitlement and blatant disregard for our fellow man/woman/them is disheartening. Fighting the good fight does not have the same meaning anymore.
Michael,
Once it was only the “elites” who had the money to pursue such frivolous claims. Now anyone can create mayhem of this nature. I say, counter sue and “lock them up.” That’ll teach them a lesson. Or at least it will teach them about reality in the music business.