On
the Hill
Proposed revisions to the federal law, known as Rule 11, would chill meritorious claims, especially civil rights cases.
More than 80 percent of judges say the current Rule 11 is "needed and just right as it now stands."
McDonald's Scalding Coffee Case
Nearly ten years later, critics of civil justice and juries continue to mock Stella Liebeck and the McDonald's coffee case, calling it 'frivolous' and 'laughable'. However, it was McDonald's own testimony and actions that led a jury to rule against it. And Stella's injuries–which included 3rd degree burns across her groin, inner thighs, and buttocks–were no laughing matter. Full story
Businesses Suing Businesses
June 1— The truly frivolous lawsuits in America are those big corporations file against each other, tying up the court's time and delaying trials for others. Read more.
Stella Awards & Other Urban Legends
February 1— Advocates of limited legal rights have been circulating these make-believe cases for years, using fake examples to undermine public confidence in our legal system. Read more.
Now Even the Flu is the Trial Lawyers' Fault
October 26, 2004— These days, whatever the problem, the response of some politicians and corporate executives is always the same: it's the trial lawyers' fault. Their nasty habit of changing the subject instead of solving real problems is dangerous for America, especially when dealing with true public health and safety issues like vaccine shortages, terrorism response and medical errors. Read more.
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