UPDATE: On March 27, West Virginia’s Governor Jim Justice signed into law SB 850. On March 13, Indiana’s Governor Eric Holcomb signed into law HB… Read More
March 12, 2024
A fair and balanced state lawsuit environment is an important factor when businesses decide where to expand or invest resources. State legislators know this,… Read More
March 7, 2024
Have you ever done an internet search for topics like ‘personal injury lawyers near me,’ ‘attorneys near me,’ or ‘how to join a class… Read More
February 29, 2024
Our civil justice system exists to resolve disputes and ensure justice. But third-party litigation funders have a different agenda. Their objective is to maximize… Read More
February 21, 2024
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) is a leading voice for legal reform and civil justice issues facing the American… Read More
February 7, 2024
What is tort law? A tort is a civil wrongdoing—whether intentional or negligent, where an individual suffers a loss or harm, which results in… Read More
January 31, 2024
In recent weeks, the gripping new British TV series Mr. Bates vs. The Post Office, broadcast by ITV, has propelled third party… Read More
January 22, 2024
The U.S.-style litigation culture is expanding globally. ILR responds where it matters most by championing balanced legal systems to avoid the American lawsuit system’s… Read More
January 19, 2024
As we embark on a new year, trial lawyers continue to employ their well-worn tricks. In 2024, many concerning legal trends are on the… Read More
January 17, 2024
On Jan. 11, the House of Representatives voted to pass H.R. 788, Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2023. H.R. Read More
January 10, 2024
With 2023 concluded, I want to take a moment to wish all of you a Happy New Year! Last year flew by, and the… Read More
January 8, 2024
A new ILR economic report, Tort Costs for Small Businesses, looks at how America’s small businesses shoulder the skyrocketing commercial… Read More
January 4, 2024
In the early 1990s, McDonald’s faced a lawsuit over hot coffee and even a Seinfeld episode satirized the case, highlighting… Read More
December 19, 2023
At the beginning of this month, senior officials responsible for the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Foreign Agents Registration Act… Read More
December 18, 2023
The Foreign Extortion Prevention Act (FEPA) is close to becoming law. On Nov. 30, the FEPA was included as part of the conference agreement… Read More
December 14, 2023
We want to know what you think. Which of these lawsuits is the most ridiculous of 2023? Voting is open between now and… Read More
December 7, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new economic study, Tort Costs for Small Businesses, released today by the U.S. Chamber of… Read More
December 5, 2023
America’s small businesses are vital employers, and they’re essential to the character and health of communities of all sizes. Unfortunately, they are also uniquely… Read More
December 5, 2023
A little-known U.S. Supreme Court decision could have major ramifications for American businesses that want to do business in different states. Mallory v. Norfolk… Read More
November 30, 2023