The global economy is still stuck in the doldrums and Niuniu is always bumping into people who are out of work.
While on holiday in America, Niuniu stayed at a friend's house in Silicon Valley. Each morning, people along the street greeted each other before starting their domestic chores. They had lost their jobs.
The sad reality is that hard work and kindness are simply not enough for survival, and these noble qualities no longer gain the respect they deserve. Consequently, many people have been creative when it comes to making money.
Recently, two of Niuniu's former acquaintances have put their creative thinking into action. Stacy sued her employer for sexual harassment. She has just been awarded US$2 million (HK$15.6 million) after winning the lawsuit. Because the case will be appealed, it might take her a few years to collect the money. Nevertheless, she is ready to retire.
Irish-American Tom, Niuniu's ex-flatmate, is suing his company for racial discrimination. He's confident he'll get the US$3 million he's asking for. If not, he'll find other ways to sue.
Making money out of lawsuits is creative and can be easy. Win one or two and you could retire.
Although it sounds creative and easy, suing someone is a game plan that does not work for most people who still have to put up with their routine drudgery and the bad temperament of their bosses.
