A judge of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court found…
“A judge of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court found the long-winded speeches of lawyers especially trying and advised them to take a course of reading risqué books that they might learn to say things by innuendo.”
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A judge suggested lawyers read risqué books to learn indirect expression.
In simple terms: Judge advised risqué reading for lawyers.
Use humor to improve communication.
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When to use this quote
- courtroom
- legal education
- writing workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can humor improve legal discourse?
- What are risks of indirect speech?
Advice may be seen as inappropriate.