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Robert Warner Sued The Courts and Won for sending him to AA
Robert Warner Sued The Courts and Won for sending him to AA
Robert Warner Sued The Courts and Won for sending him to AA
Tuesday 29th October 2013
Robert Warner discusses his landmark case against court-mandated AA meetings and the need for alternative addiction treatments on 'Safe Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Robert Warner's Legal Battle: Winning Against Court-Mandated AA Meetings
Alcoholics anonymous is a group of people, a bunch of numb nuts, sitting around in little pods in little meetings all around the country, studying a book from The Fucking 1930s, where there is no one in charge, where there is no safety policy.
Imagine being told you have to attend Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings, even if it clashes with your personal beliefs. That's exactly what happened to Robert Warner, who took a stand and won a landmark case against the courts for forcing him into AA. Despite his victory, the practice continues, with judges and lawyers still sending people to these highly religious meetings.
In this episode of 'Safe Recovery', host Monica Richardson chats with Robert Warner about his legal journey and the ongoing issues with court-mandated AA attendance. Robert opens up about his experience with AA, sharing how he was misled into thinking it was a non-religious program. He refused to accept the idea that he was powerless over alcohol and fought back, navigating complex legal challenges to secure his win. But as Robert points out, winning the case didn’t change the system.
Judges and lawyers continue to mandate AA meetings, disregarding the program's religious nature and infringing on personal freedoms. This episode dives into the deceptive practices of AA, including how they present their 'god' and use the group as a higher power. It also highlights the patient bill of rights, emphasizing the need for respecting individuals' religious freedoms. Monica and Robert discuss the importance of offering alternative treatment options that respect personal beliefs and encourage true empowerment.
If you're curious about the flaws in traditional recovery programs or looking for alternative healing methods, this episode offers eye-opening insights and practical advice. Tune in to hear Robert Warner's compelling story and join the conversation on creating a more inclusive and respectful approach to addiction recovery.