Empathy in Proceedings: Combatting Court Acquired Harms in the Legal Community

Court acquired harms are the secondary injuries like secondary traumatization, financial ruin, and alienation caused by the legal process itself. Combatting court acquired harms requires realigning the Genius Loci of the legal system through localized, trauma-informed practices that prioritize human dignity, including physical and psychological security, alongside procedural compliance.

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Sharp Practice: Reversing Underhanded, Borderline-Unethical Tactics to Gain an Advantage

"Sharp practice" operates in the grey area where legal rules are technically followed, but the spirit of professionalism and justice is completely violated. Reversing this behavior requires a cultural and structural shift from tactical gamesmanship to systemic accountability.

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