Can the government compel you to provide someone a service against your will?

[Myth]

This is obviously a case of hurt feelings. Nobody really cares abou the service in particular, but abut the way they refused.

"Hi, can you take our wedding photos?"

"When is the wedding, sir?"

"June the 19th."

"Oh, sorry, we're booked for that date."

"OK, thanks anyway"


versus:

"Hi, can you take our wedding photos?"

"We dun' take photos of f*g weddings, git of muh propurtee!"

I highly doubt this would have reached court if the photographers simply made up an excuse out of courtesy and kept their opinoins to themselves.

[Lemur]

This is obviously a case of hurt feelings.

Very few people sue when they think they've been treated well. Fact of life. Being a jerk substantially increases your litigation exposure.

I forget which hospital did the trial, but there was a temporary thing where administrators enacted a policy that all doctors say "please" and "thank you" to patients. Basic stuff, right? Lawsuits went down by a large, measurable amount.

Anyway, it's safe to bet that the photog was dickish about the whole thing. 'Cause people don't sue someone they think is nice (e.g., "Oh, I'm so happy for you two, but I'd be violating my religion if I did your pictures. However, I want you to know that God loves all his children, and I'm going to help you find a great replacement that works with your budget and schedule!" Hey presto—no lawsuit.)

[AntiDamascus]

I think the takeaway from all this is wedding planning bring out the worst in people.

[Lemur]

I think the takeaway from all this is wedding planning bring out the worst in people.

Video proof: