1.There was a-lot of media coverage regarding an elderly woman who collected a substantial judgment from McDonald's because of the injuries she sustained after spilling hot coffee on her lap. To get more details about this case, enter this search in Google: "The Actual Facts About the McDonald's Coffee Case." (Note that this article was written by the American Trial Lawyers Association [ATLA], whose primary members are plaintiffs' attorneys.)

After reading about the case, discuss of the appropriateness of the judgment. Consider some of the arguments regarding the purpose of tort law. What are the pros and cons of these large verdicts? Conclude your discussion with a third-person persuasive discussion either in favor of or against such large sum verdicts.