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Uneasy Rider

Henry Wolf says he was physically injured by a motorcycle ride, and has sued BMW and seat maker Corbin-Pacific in California’s Superior Court in San Francisco. After a four-hour ride, Wolf says, the “ridge-like” seat induced “a severe case of priapism (a persistent, lasting erection).” And he really means persistent: 20 months and counting, he alleges. The suit claims Wolf, whose age isn’t noted, is “now is unable to engage in sexual activity, which is causing him substantial emotional and mental anguish.” The suit asks for more than $25,000 for lost wages, medical expenses, and compensation for emotional distress and “general damage.” (RC/USA Today) ...If it lasts for more than four hours, call your doctor. If it lasts for more than four months, call your attorney.