Hey, Axi. What's the difference between a doctor and a lawyer?" I knew this joke-it was one of Robinson's standards. And I was only half-surprised he was trotting it out now. Playing along, I said, "I don't know. What?" "A lawyer will rob you; a doctor will rob you and kill you, too.
Robinson tells a joke comparing doctors and lawyers, highlighting a humorous stereotype about their trustworthiness. The joke implies that lawyers may exploit clients financially, while doctors might cause harm even as they help. The narrator seems familiar with this joke, indicating it’s a common or well-known one that Robinson often shares.
"A lawyer will rob you; a doctor will rob you and kill you, too," is the punchline from James Patterson's book First Love. It reflects a cynical view of both professions, suggesting that lawyers are solely focused on money, and doctors, despite their role in healing, might also pose risks. The humor hinges on exaggeration and stereotypes about these two professions.
