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Expecting the world to treat you fairly because you are a good person is a little like expecting a bull read more
Expecting the world to treat you fairly because you are a good person is a little like expecting a bull not to attack you because you are a vegetarian
I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.
I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.
There is no such thing as justice-- in or out of court.
There is no such thing as justice-- in or out of court.
 Justice does not descend from its pinnacle.
 [It., Cima di giudizio non s'avvalla.]  
 Justice does not descend from its pinnacle.
 [It., Cima di giudizio non s'avvalla.] 
When you go into court you are putting your fate into the hands of twelve people who weren't smart enough read more
When you go into court you are putting your fate into the hands of twelve people who weren't smart enough to get out of jury duty.
Justice is the truth in action.
Justice is the truth in action.
A court is a place where what was confused before becomes more unsettled than ever.
A court is a place where what was confused before becomes more unsettled than ever.
I distrust the incommunicable; it is the source of all violence
I distrust the incommunicable; it is the source of all violence
Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.
Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.