In April 2017, the online world watched in horror as a 69-year-old passenger, Dr. David Dao, was forcibly removed from a United Airlines flight to make room for airline staff. Dao was removed after United unsuccessfully tried to entice passengers to give up their seats in return for an $800 payout.

Last week, my colleague Manon asked me if I had seen the movie Knives Out. I had and had loved it. She said: “Wouldn’t it be an interesting subject to blog about? You do estate litigation.” Great idea, Manon!