What does 2 Samuel 15:2 mean?

He used to get up early and stand by the road that led to the city gate. Whenever someone came with a case to bring before the king for judgment, Absalom would call out and ask where they were from. When they answered, 2 Samuel 15:2 - Modern Text Bible

(Absalom positions himself where people come for justice, making himself accessible and interested in their problems.)