This user's guide to promoting fair and effective civil justice provides policymakers with a compilation of some of the many avenues available to fostering a sound legal system that promotes states’ economies. The reforms are organized into five areas. The first section highlights five reforms that have gained momentum and should be of particular interest to state legislators. The report then considers fair and effective measures that would improve the litigation process, improve product liability law, promote rational liability rules, and rein in excessive damage awards. LEARN MORE »
Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Released: Sep 13, 2012
The report by the Commission on the Regulation of U.S. Capital Markets in the 21st Century contains several solid recommendations for legal reforms, with a particular emphasis on securities class action reform and preservation of attorney-client privilege.
Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Released: Mar 01, 2007
