The Common Scold

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"The Common Scold is named after a cause of action that originated in Pilgrim days, when meddlesome, argumentative, opinionated women who displeased the Puritan elders were punished by a brisk dunk in the local pond. Believe it or not, the tort lasted until 1972, when State v. Palendrano, 120 N.J. Super. 336, 293 A.2d 747 (N.J.Super.L., Jul 13, 1972) pretty much put it to rest. But the thought of those feisty women, not afraid of a little cold water, has always cheered me up and inspired me."

Author: Monica Bay is a self-described lawyer, journalist and Yankees fanatic. She lives in New York City and Connecticut, and is editor-in-chief of Law Technology News. She also hosts the Law Technology Now podcast on Legal Talk Network.

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