One incumbent takes it to the bank, another takes it to court. Who's the big winner?

[Commentary] Verizon is one of several incumbents exploring partnerships with Ontario County's (NY) open access community broadband network to bring LTE services to market faster. Time Warner recently finished pursuing a frivolous court action against Wilson's (NC) community broadband network. You be the judge. Which action represents sound business decision-making inspired by enlightened self-interest, and which represents spiteful asininity taken to new lows that is counter to self-interest? Here's some background to help you decide.