The response was, well, we hope we can work this out with Congress without going to court.

NPR: White House Rejects Subpoenas in Attorney Firings

For entrepreneurial lawyers who file early and hope for a payoff without much more work, 10 years is a long time indeed.

FORBES: Delaware Judge Ejects "Pilgrims" From Revlon Case

Without it, women will continue to work in environments where they hope -- but don't know -- that they are being paid fairly.

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