Expensive Quote by Gilbert Parker
“Nothing is so unproductive as the law. It is expensive whether you win or lose.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Battle of the Strong, Gilbert Parker, 1900
Legal battles waste resources regardless of outcome; they are inherently unproductive.
In simple terms: Laws are costly and often futile.
Key Takeaway
Seek alternatives to litigation.
Themes
law
productivity
economics
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- business contracts
- personal disputes
- policy making
Key Concepts
legal system
cost
efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- When is litigation justified?
- What non‑legal solutions exist?
A Different Perspective
Legal processes can protect rights despite costs.
