> I've wondered for a bit as to why they chose such an unrealistic number. If I wanted to win N dollars in a lawsuit I would start by asking for some multiple

> I've wondered for a bit as to why they chose such an unrealistic number. If I wanted to win N dollars in a lawsuit I would start by asking for some multiple of N. I would probably get what I wanted if the defense convinces the judge or jury to reduce the damages or tries to negotiate a settlement. Especially in the case of negotiating a settlement, if you start by asking for exactly what you want you'll get less than that.