Treble Damages
TREBLE DAMAGES A leading New York lawyer reaches the top of his career through brilliance and ruthlessness, but his life is ruined because of his fatal personal flaw. Jack Pressler is considered the best antitrust lawyer in the country. His partners respect and fear him and make him the firm’s first name partner since the 19th century. Jack’s pitfall is that if anyone crosses him, he reacts with an unmatched fury. He strikes back at his wife and others who fuel his anger. His rage leads to unfathomable tragedy. His mother has grave concerns for his lack of control when he is incensed, but he admits that he cannot let go of his anger. Jack’s inner circle includes many memorable characters who enliven the book. Each leaves an indelible mark on him. The book also celebrates Jack's many triumphs as he rises to the top of his profession. Jack’s world crashes down on him when a failed case and his lifelong flaw force him to confront the destruction of everything that he has worked for. After a life of success, he must decide how to deal with the consequences of his failure.