Community Magazine July 2012

SNAKEBITE Gaby, a professional snake catcher, was hired by Victor, a resident of Ramot, Jerusalem, to locate and trap a snake that was roaming in the vicinity of his backyard. After hours of searching, Gaby finally trapped the snake and contained it in a sack. After Victor and his family thanked Gaby for a job well done, Gaby presented Victor with a $1500 bill for his professional services. Victor refused to pay the bill, since he estimated the value of the job on the market at $500. After it became evident to Gaby that he was not going to be paid the sum he requested, he released the snake back into the yard from which he had captured it. Victor was appalled by Gaby’s rash behavior, and after a heated argument Gaby left the premises. The following evening, while preparing a barbeque for her family in the backyard, Sandy, Victor’s wife, was bitten by the snake. She was rushed to the hospital by ambulance and treated for the severe wound. Victor summonsed Gaby to Bet Din, claiming that he is liable to pay for all medical expenses incurred, and for the pain and anguish suffered by his wife. Gaby rejected the claim and felt he was not responsible for any damage. HOW SHOULD THE BET DIN RULE, IN FAVOR OF GABY OR VICTOR? JUDGE ! BE THE YOU BE THE JUDGE and send your response to YouJudge@Community M .com Verdicts – and the accompanying rationale – will be reviewed by the Rosh Bet Din. The first three correct submissions received before the deadline will win a $50 gift certificate to a Community Magazine advertiser! Correct entries will receive honorable mention in the next issue when the Rosh Bet Din’s verdict is printed. Congratulations to: ALLAN MORDECHAI DAYAN who submitted a correct decision. THE ONLY PHARMACY DELIVERING TO DEAL FOR 26 YEARS. Allenhurst Deal Elberon Interlaken Loch Arbour Long Branch Oakhurst West Deal West Long Branch DOC’S delivers to your DOOR in July and August! DOC ’ S PHARMACY 559 KINGS HIGHWAY (Bet. E. 4th & 5th Streets) TEL: 718.627.1145 FAX: 718.627.2193 CURB SIDE SERVICE FREE DELIVERY The only Brooklyn Pharmacy with a proven track record of delivering to your HOME on the Jersey shore on a regular basis . TAMMUZ 5772 JULY 2012 73