Readers Talk Back

Not all attorneys are bad. But the bad ones are the ones we all hear about -- and I mean, we all hear about them -- even the disciplinary boards. Yet, they are untouchable. They have immunity when acting as the prosecuting attorney and they make that bad situation even worse by distorting the "zealous advocacy" doctrine: "I can destroy someone I don't like and hide behind my self-regulating body that will allow me to get away with it."

I don't believe that tort reform alone will solve the malpractice issues that are making the headlines, but I do believe that it is a big part of the problem. Insurers, physicians, and health care facilities are part of the problem, also. But to think the best thing that could ever happen to you is to have your doctor make a mistake is frightening.

A lapse in judgment is something everyone is guilty of from time to time. What happens when an attorney makes a bad decision? I'll tell you -- the immunity kicks in and they walk. They don't get driven out of business by another self-righteous attorney.

We need legal reform and we need it NOW!

Alistair Kelly, CFP, Sharon, Pa. (Received Feb. 20, 2003)

Missed Positive Impact of Agreement

Re: Does Code Sharing Mean Caring for Air Travelers?

Dear Editors:

Mr. Gillin fails to make several critical points regarding the positive effects of the code-share agreement between Delta, Continental and Northwest, and the impact on the consumer/corporate traveler.

The frequent flyer will benefit in many ways, including the opportunity for their companies -- that have negotiated corporate discounts with carriers -- to enjoy additional cost savings, as a result of the ratified code-share agreement. Unfortunately, the DOT has made several cumbersome stipulations to the code-share agreement that unfairly impacts Delta, Continental and Northwest. Nevertheless, corporations will benefit from more travel flexibility and choices (schedules/frequency). Keep in mind, low-cost carriers will ultimately determine fares in most markets.

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