Boy, 8, Sued By Man After Ski Collision


	Boy, 8, Sued By Man After Ski Collision

Heitz669

12-26-2007 2:55 PM

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12-26-2007 9:30 PM

gingembre

What an asshole. I hope he gets what he deserves--a big thump on the head and no cash settlement. This guy must be a real joy to live with.

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