Documented Quote by Tommy Morrison
“The fact that there's never been a single documented case in the history of this planet of anyone ever contracting HIV in the ring seems to me like a leg perfectly strong enough to stand on in terms of a lawsuit.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Legal commentary by Tommy Morrison, 2023
The speaker argues that the lack of documented HIV cases from a specific activity makes it a weak basis for lawsuits.
In simple terms: No HIV cases means weak legal claim.
Legal claims need factual support.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court cases
- policy making
- risk assessment
- public health campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does lack of data affect legal decisions?
- What other evidence could strengthen a claim?
Absence of evidence is not proof of safety.