Filing a Heartfelt Appeal Against the Legal System

Authors

Adam Liptak, The New York Times

Abstract

The article critiques the legal system's overemphasis on monetary compensation in civil cases and punishment in criminal ones, arguing that it neglects the dignity and emotional needs of participants. The author, Thane Rosenbaum, advocates for a more empathetic approach, proposing a "jurisprudence of healing" that prioritizes storytelling, apologies, and acknowledgment of responsibility over legal formalities. While his suggestions are deemed impractical, they highlight the system's shortcomings in addressing human emotions and moral accountability.

Disciplines

Internet Law | Law | Legal Profession

Recommended Citation

Adam Liptak, Filing a Heartfelt Appeal Against the Legal System, 4 Cardozo Pub. L. Pol’y & Ethics J. 11 (2006).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cplpej/vol4/iss1/5