Grisham Lays Down the Law in 'King of Torts' John Grisham's new novel The King of Torts takes a savage view of lawyers who live lavishly on huge contingency fees earned by successful lawsuits against corporate defendants. Grisham speaks with NPR's Scott Simon.

Grisham Lays Down the Law in 'King of Torts'

Grisham Lays Down the Law in 'King of Torts'

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John Grisham's new novel The King of Torts takes a savage view of lawyers who live lavishly on huge contingency fees earned by successful lawsuits against corporate defendants. Grisham speaks with NPR's Scott Simon.

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