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“Irritable Judges suffer from a bad case of premature adjudication.” quote by John Mortimer
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“Irritable Judges suffer from a bad case of premature adjudication.”

John Mortimer

About This Quote

Source Play: "The Man Who Had All the Luck", John Mortimer, 1970

Rushed judgments lead to unfair outcomes; patience is essential for justice.

In simple terms: Hasty decisions cause injustice.

Key Takeaway

Take time before deciding.

Themes

law justice patience

Mood

reflective serious

Type

legal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • courtroom
  • mediation
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

due process ethical decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance speed and fairness?
  • When is quick judgment justified?
A Different Perspective

Complex cases may still require swift action despite the risk.

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