New York at a Glance
Costs and Compensation of the U.S. Tort System - State Details
2.9%
Tort Costs as % of State GDP (4/50 States)
$6066
Tort Costs per Household ($) (2/50 States)
New York is ranked #36 in the 2019 Lawsuit Climate Survey
In 2019, the Empire State received its lowest ranking to date. Its ranking fell in every category except for “Having and Enforcing Meaningful Venue Requirements,” where it rose by seven.
