Lawsuit abuse is having a devastating impact on our society.
Key Facts:
- The U.S. has the world’s most costly legal system as a share of its economy International Comparison of Litigation Costs, May 2013
- 87% of American voters view the number of lawsuits in the country as a problem. April 2013 public opinion survey conducted by Penn Schoen Berland and Public Opinion Strategies
- 69% of American voters say that there has been increased abuse of the legal system over the past decade. April 2013 public opinion survey conducted by Penn Schoen Berland and Public Opinion Strategies
- One-in-three voters — and 43% of small business owners — report having either been threatened with or involved in a civil lawsuit. April 2013 public opinion survey conducted by Penn Schoen Berland and Public Opinion Strategies
- More than two-thirds (70%) of senior attorneys at major American employers report that a state’s legal climate is likely to impact important business decisions at their companies, such as where to locate or do business. The 2012 State Liability Systems Ranking Study
- Small businesses are responsible for 64% of all new jobs created in the U.S. economy. SBA Office of Advocacy Frequently Asked Questions
