Geico must pay $5.2 million to woman who got HPV

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Once I discovered the “New Topics” option for viewing recent threads on the board, I never looked back. I just ignore the threads that I’m not interested in and the ones that might raise my blood pressure too much. 

I am guilty myself though, of starting threads in YMOT that would probably be a better fit elsewhere. I don’t really know why. But now that I know it’s a problem, I will consider whether there is a more appropriate place for whatever subject I’m starting a new thread about, instead of automatically choosing YMOT.

[moon/Laura]

Jun 10, 2022 17:40:16 GMT -5 minnesotapaintlady said:

Jun 10, 2022 15:21:05 GMT -5 moon/Laura said:

I still don't understand what's so hard about going to other boards to post. Just because it's your (general) habit not to? That's weak.

I purposely do not go into the politics or news-based boards because a lot of the topics discussed stress me out. For the same reason I don't use the New Topics button because typically half the threads are from those two places and just reading the title can get me sucked into something that will just get me upset. So yeah, my general habit is to stay in YM and WIR.  It honestly never dawned on me to start a thread in a forum I never go to.  

I do think it's pretty lame that people complain about having to scroll past a duplicate thread every now and then, but whatever.  I'll go back to only posting on YM.  

Ok, that's a reasonable answer. Still disagree with having this separate but same little world just so people don't have to move out of their comfort zones.

[geenamercile]

Moon, my thought on why some topics may land in different places is that each of the boards have different atmospheres when discussing them.  Some are more adversarial, some are more with a light heart or joking involved, some are more information based.  I would say in real life it is similar as discussing a topic at a cafe gathering, going to a debate, a lecture.  I think it is a good thing that certain topics get posted in different atmospheres because if gives everyone a chance to enjoy the topic without getting upset because someone else is responding to it in a different mood then they appreciate.  And it does make sense that people gather more on the boards that reflect their own way to discuss.  It does not mean any of the ways are wrong, just different.  But conflict is more likely to occur and feelings hurt, if someone who wants to discuss something seriously have people respond in a more light hearted way and feel they are being laughed at or joked at.  Or someone who needs the light heartedness to feel comfortable is in a more serious environment, they may feel talked over or looked down on.  I tend to be someone who likes to joke even with serious topics, it does not mean I do not respect or understand the seriousness of it, but it does help it not overwhelm me.  However, I do realize that can come off to someone as flippet or even at times mocking.  So while I may not post often, I do try and stay to the places that I do not feel that how I discuss topics will be misunderstood and insult given.        

[moon/Laura]

Thank you, geenamercile. That's a perfect explanation. I'm not sure why no one else (other than minnesotapaintlady) could offer a reason that didn't sound like 'because I don't want to'. I appreciate the insight and while I'm still not necessarily a fan, I'll drop it.

Apologies to MPL for hijacking and ruining her thread. It truly never was against you, personally. But, I had just gone through this with 2 other threads on this topic and this third one got me going - not just the subject but the whole 'why do we even need a YMOT when we have existing boards that accomplish the same thing' aspect. Please don't be scared to start threads here again.

[minnesotapaintlady]

Jun 11, 2022 7:40:30 GMT -5 moon/Laura said:

Apologies to MPL for hijacking and ruining her thread. It truly never was against you, personally.

Meh, it's all good.  I was just thrown for a loop by what seemed like a really random smackdown.

[Opti]

Jun 11, 2022 6:59:50 GMT -5 geenamercile said:

Moon, my thought on why some topics may land in different places is that each of the boards have different atmospheres when discussing them.  Some are more adversarial, some are more with a light heart or joking involved, some are more information based.  I would say in real life it is similar as discussing a topic at a cafe gathering, going to a debate, a lecture.  I think it is a good thing that certain topics get posted in different atmospheres because if gives everyone a chance to enjoy the topic without getting upset because someone else is responding to it in a different mood then they appreciate.  And it does make sense that people gather more on the boards that reflect their own way to discuss.  It does not mean any of the ways are wrong, just different.  But conflict is more likely to occur and feelings hurt, if someone who wants to discuss something seriously have people respond in a more light hearted way and feel they are being laughed at or joked at.  Or someone who needs the light heartedness to feel comfortable is in a more serious environment, they may feel talked over or looked down on.  I tend to be someone who likes to joke even with serious topics, it does not mean I do not respect or understand the seriousness of it, but it does help it not overwhelm me.  However, I do realize that can come off to someone as flippet or even at times mocking.  So while I may not post often, I do try and stay to the places that I do not feel that how I discuss topics will be misunderstood and insult given.        

I started the thread in CE because I knew Moon would prefer it there. From my POV it could have lived in YMOT as well especially if it had started there. I was hoping for fun comments and thoughts and the weirdness of it all. And instead its all about where the threads began instead of the topic.

The articles weren't all that helpful as I would guess the woman went for the deep pockets because she contracted HPV. Still I'd be surprised if it became a precedent, and was looking forward to mostly funny comments. The idea that anyone could successfully sue a car company for getting an STD rearranges the world a bit. 

[pulmonarymd]

To get back on track. If it stands, insurance rates will obviously increase. Not sure I want to pay for someone’s sexual exploits

[billisonboard]

Not just car insurance rates. Renters rates are going to skyrocket. 

[minnesotapaintlady]

Jun 11, 2022 9:08:59 GMT -5 pulmonarymd said:

To get back on track. If it stands, insurance rates will obviously increase. Not sure I want to pay for someone’s sexual exploits

This is the first thing I thought of when I read this and why it made me so angry. 

[Opti]

Jun 11, 2022 9:18:06 GMT -5 billisonboard said:

Not just car insurance rates. Renters rates are going to skyrocket. 

Agreed. If the decision stands it has implications past STDs like child support. But realistically its more likely car insurance companies would put in language to car insurance contracts that it does not cover sexual diseases contracted inside the car nor progeny or their support.

[billisonboard]

Car manufacturers will be the next target. They will have to add condom dispensers in the back seat areas of their vehicles as standard safety equipment.

"Mommy, I found a balloon. Will you blow it up for me?"

[geenamercile]

My guess is someone dropped the ball at the insurance company.  One article I read said the company did not feel the need to defend the guy, so I am wondering if no one from Geico showed up, and so no one was able to defend which means the original person to make the decision just had the information from the one side.  

[bean29]

I read that the insurance contract had an arbitration clause in it.

I think the ruling went against the insurance co, because they thought it would get thrown out of court, and did not respond. They only tried to say “That’s not covered by our policy”, after the adverse ruling. My understanding was the court said your arbitration contract does not allow you a do-over.

I really don’t understand why the award is so large, keep expecting it to get thrown out.

[swamp]

I'd contract certain STDs for $5.4 million.