e based upon those of Virginia and Kentucky. These laws
             provided an opportunity for slaves to file suits for freedom, which
             made Dred Scott's decision completely legal.
             The suits of Dred Scott and Dred Scott's wife, Harriet, aren't
             exactly known, but a possible answer that most historians believe is
             that Dred Scott's long-time friend and childhood companion, Taylor
             Blow, may have played a key role. Other historians feel the suits may
             ...