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Long-form evidence — data, documentation, and case studies built for press, researchers, and policymakers.
Insurance Fraud Is Costing You $300 a Year, and New York Is Fighting Back
Staged car crashes aren’t accidents. They’re premeditated schemes designed to defraud insurers and pass the costs on to everyday consumers. We’ve seen these repeatedly in New York from a Suffolk County court ruling exposing coordinated…
Florida Proves Lawsuit Reform Works. The Rest of America Is Still Waiting.
A new analysis from insurance marketplace The Zebra confirms the quiet part out loud: lawsuit abuse is a primary driver of America’s car insurance crisis, and the states that have acted to reform their legal systems are already seeing…
Washington State's Lawsuit Abuse Problem Is America's Problem
Washington State’s Lawsuit Abuse Problem Is America’s Problem
When the Lawyers Arrive Before the Answers Do: Taco Bell's Cyclospora Outbreak and the Litigation Gold Rush
Within hours of federal health officials publicly linking a cyclospora outbreak to Taco Bell, three law firms had already filed suit. Not days later. Not after an investigation concluded. Hours. That sequencing, announcement, then lawsuit…
LA County's $4 Billion Settlement Is Under Fraud Investigation, and the District Attorney Is Sounding the Alarm
LA County’s $4 Billion Settlement Is Under Fraud Investigation, and the District Attorney Is Sounding the Alarm
Louisiana's First Rate Drop in a Decade Is Good News. The Work Is Far From Over.
Louisiana’s First Rate Drop in a Decade Is Good News. The Work Is Far From Over.
Mass Tort Firms Accused of Using AI to Solicit Clients Without Consent
The billboard attorney playbook has a new tool: artificial intelligence. A federal lawsuit filed last week in the Western District of Texas reveals how far some personal injury firms are willing to go to fill their client pipelines, and…
The Cowboy Was a Con: How Downtown LA Law Group's Fraud Playbook Followed Real Victims to Val Verde
When a man in a cowboy hat and leather chaps began approaching residents of Val Verde, California, nobody recognized him. That was by design. The Los Angeles Times has the story.
The Transparency Wave: States Are Finally Reining In Third-Party Litigation Funding
For years, third-party litigation funding has operated in the shadows of America’s civil justice system. It is a $15.2 billion industry with no meaningful oversight, no disclosure requirements, and no accountability to the consumers it too…
New York's Auto Insurance Reforms Are Now in Effect. Here's What That Means for Drivers
For years, New York has held the dubious distinction of having the highest auto insurance rates in the nation. Now, a package of reforms championed by Governor Kathy Hochul has gone into effect, and the state is demanding insurers reflect the savings in their rates.
Reform Works: How Georgia's SB 68 Is Putting Money Back in Consumers' Pockets
When Georgia lawmakers passed Senate Bill 68 in 2025, opponents warned of disaster. Months later, the results are in — and reform is delivering real savings for Georgia consumers.
Court Documents: When the Eyewitness Becomes the Plaintiff. A Brooklyn Construction Case Reveals the Machinery Behind Lawsuit Abuse
A Brooklyn construction lawsuit filed in 2018 offers a revealing window into how the personal injury system can be manipulated through overlapping claimants, shared medical networks, and litigation financing that turns injury claims into…
More California Counties Are Calling for Lawsuit Reform
When a county administrator takes the floor to advocate for legal reform, policymakers should pay attention. At a recent Glenn County Board of Supervisors meeting, County Administrative Officer Scott Damas cut through the noise and made…
When “Consumer Protection” Becomes a Billing Bonanza: Ford Exposes a $100 Million Lemon Law Fraud Scheme
A new federal lawsuit filed by Ford Motor Company against Los Angeles-based lemon law firm Quill & Arrow pulls back the curtain on a scheme that should alarm anyone who cares about the integrity of consumer protection law. According to…
North Carolina Just Changed the National Debate Over Third-Party Litigation Funding
For years, policymakers across the country have debated the growing role of third-party litigation funding (TPLF) in the American legal system. While many reform efforts have focused on disclosure requirements and transparency measures…
Washington State’s $1.7 Billion Liability Crisis Is a Warning Sign for Consumers
Washington State lawmakers are confronting a troubling reality: rising lawsuit costs are creating significant pressure on the state’s finances and forcing difficult budget decisions.
In San Diego, Personal Injury Lawyers Are "Taking Resources From Other City Services"
The city of San Diego is sounding the alarm, and the numbers are striking. Yesterday, Angela Colton, the city’s Risk Department Manager, presented data showing that liability costs have grown at what she described as an “exponential and…
Court Documents: A Federal Racketeering Case Just Mapped New York's Personal Injury Fraud Machine
A new federal lawsuit filed in June 2026 does something previous court filings have only gestured at: it draws the entire blueprint. Not just the fraud, but the system. Every role, every participant, every financial incentive, laid out in…
When the System Designed to Deliver Justice Becomes the Fraud: The $4 Billion Sex Abuse Scandal Consuming Los Angeles
Los Angeles County is now at the center of what may be one of the most consequential legal fraud investigations in American history. The Los Angeles Times had more:
What Happens in Vegas Doesn't Stay There: Morgan & Morgan's "Grow or Die" Conference Exposes the Financialization of Personal Injury Law
This week in Las Vegas, John Morgan — founder of Morgan & Morgan, self-described “America’s Largest Injury Firm” — is hosting an invitation-only conference titled “Grow or Die with John Morgan.” The event’s name alone tells you something…
CNBC Exclusive: USAA to Return Nearly $1 Billion to Florida Members as Tort Reform Delivers Real Results
This morning, CNBC exclusively reported that USAA will return nearly $1 billion to approximately 830,000 Florida insurance members — a landmark moment that the company’s CEO directly and unambiguously attributed to Florida’s tort reform.…
State Bar Expands Case Against Downtown LA Law Group, Deepening Pattern of Consumer Abuse
The legal troubles surrounding Downtown LA Law Group (DTLA) continue to mount. The State Bar of California has expanded its disciplinary case against the prominent personal injury firm, filing new charges against founding partners Daniel…
Florida Is Leading the Nation on Auto Insurance Relief: and the Rest of the Country Should Follow
Florida is delivering results and lower auto insurance rates that reform opponents said were impossible just a few short years ago. New reporting from WWSB in Sarasota confirms that following the state’s 2023 legal reforms, Florida…
A Personal Injury Lawyer Just Wrote the Book on Lawsuit Abuse
In April 2026, Cleveland personal injury attorney Tim Misny and co-author Jim Kukral published The Misny Method, a self-described guide to how Misny’s advertising transformed him into “the most recognized personal injury attorney in Ohio.”…
The Transparency Wave: States Are Taking on Third-Party Litigation Funding
Across the country, a quiet but consequential reform movement is gaining ground. State by state, lawmakers and courts are demanding something long overdue from the secretive world of third-party litigation funding (TPLF): transparency. The…
Five Arrested in Miami-Dade Staged Crash and Insurance Fraud Scheme
As detailed by CBS12, Florida’s Department of Financial Services Criminal Investigations Division (CID) announced the arrests of five individuals in connection with an alleged staged motor vehicle crash scheme designed to fraudulently…
Bridget Jones’ $10 Million Lawsuit
A woman is suing Ant Anstead and Academy Award-winning actress Renee Zellweger for $10 million — over a rug. According to a lawsuit filed in February 2026, the plaintiff claims she tripped over a thin rug allegedly covering a hole on the…
Unnecessary Spinal Surgeries Aren't New, But Courts Are Finally Pushing Back
For years, consumer advocates and reform-minded policymakers have warned that the personal injury legal system isn’t just generating fraudulent claims: it’s generating fraudulent medical procedures. Nowhere is that more visible than in the…
An Ad Industry Insider Says Lawyer Billboards Are Ruining America’s Highways
If you’ve driven any major American highway lately, you’ve probably noticed it: mile after mile of giant faces staring back at you, promising mountains of cash if you’ve ever been hurt, wronged, or simply inconvenienced. Lawyer billboards…
ICYMI: Georgia Insurance Commissioner: How Georgia’s Lawsuit Reforms Are Paying Off One Year Later
One year after Gov. Brian Kemp and the Georgia Legislature enacted sweeping lawsuit abuse reforms, the results are no longer theoretical. Rather, they’re showing up in real savings for taxpayers.
Serial ADA Lawsuits Are Shaking Down Southern California's Small Businesses
A new investigation by the Los Angeles Times reveals how a single plaintiff has filed more than 1,800 ADA lawsuits against small businesses across Southern California, part of a broader pattern driven by a small group of repeat filers.…
Georgia's Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Are Paying Off
When Georgia lawmakers passed Senate Bill 68 last year, supporters promised that meaningful legal reform would translate into real relief for consumers. That promise is now being kept, and Georgia drivers are feeling it in their wallets.
ICYMI: Two major media pieces underscore the economic and human cost of lawsuit abuse — and the urgent need for legal reform
The National Review piece argues that legal reform should be treated as a core pro-growth priority. It makes the case that excessive litigation, frivolous claims, and distorted legal incentives function as a hidden tax on the economy…
The Hidden Hand in Your Lawsuit: How Third-Party Litigation Funding is Rigging the System Against Consumers
When a personal injury victim signs a litigation funding agreement, they’re often told it’s a lifeline. What they’re rarely told is what it will cost them. Court documents show plaintiffs who won millions walking away with nothing; their…
Tort Reform Is Already Saving Georgia Taxpayers Money: Just Ask MARTA
Georgia’s landmark tort reform legislation is delivering results that go beyond lower insurance premiums and fewer frivolous lawsuits. Now, one of the state’s largest public agencies is putting real numbers to the savings, and they are…
New York RICO Lawsuit Against Brooklyn Attorney Uncovers Another Staged Accident Scheme
A 92-page federal RICO lawsuit initiated by FedEx against a personal injury attorney from Brooklyn, along with his network of doctors and medical providers, has revealed what New York reform advocates have long contended: staged accident…
Harris County’s Insurance Crisis Can be Addressed with Lawsuit Abuse Reforms
More Harris County drivers are going without auto insurance as prices spiral out of reach. As ABC13 reported, a new study by Texas Appleseed and United Way of Greater Houston found that auto insurance costs rose 23.8% in 2022 and 25.5% in…
Report: California’s ‘Lawsuit Abuse’ Problem Is Costing the State $101.2 Billion in Economic Output and More Than 850,000 Jobs Annually
California has a lawsuit abuse problem, and a new report puts a staggering price tag on it.
Court Documents: Plaintiff Claiming Debilitating Back Injuries Caught on Surveillance Lifting Boxes, Operating Forklifts, and Working Full Shifts
A personal injury lawsuit filed in Kings County Supreme Court offers a window into the kind of case that drives up costs for every New Yorker, and raises serious questions about the integrity of the personal injury system.
His Settlement Was Stolen—By His Own Lawyer
Aubrey Hunter was in a courtroom, on the stand to testify against his attorney, when he found out exactly how much money he was supposed to get. It was $557,000. Life-changing money. And he never received it.
Allegations of Fraud and Coercion Emerge in $4 Billion L.A. Sex Abuse Settlement
New reporting from the Los Angeles Times is raising serious questions about the integrity of claims in Los Angeles County’s $4 billion sex abuse settlement after a man says he was included as a plaintiff in a case he never authorized.
Manufacturing Lawsuits: New Orleans Attorneys Convicted in Massive Staged Crash Scheme
Last week, a federal jury in New Orleans delivered a sweeping conviction in what prosecutors described as a brazen and highly coordinated fraud operation involving “hundreds of pre-planned collisions with 18-wheelers and filing lawsuits…
Texas Case Raises New Questions About Patient Data and Litigation
A Texas-based health technology company has admitted in court that it accessed patient medical records and provided them to law firms—raising new concerns about how sensitive health data is being used in the legal system.
PACT Polling Summary — Lawsuit Reform & Cost of Living
Over the course of ten polls conducted between February 2025 and February 2026, Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) has assembled one of the most comprehensive and consistent bodies of public opinion research on lawsuit reform…
Court Documents: Racketeering Lawsuit Alleges Michigan Clinics Conducted A “Coordinated Billing Operation” Designed To Exploit The State’s No-Fault Auto Insurance System.
A network of Michigan medical providers is being accused of running a coordinated billing operation designed to exploit the state’s no-fault auto insurance system, according to a newly filed lawsuit reported in Law360.
California City Manager Warns Rising Liability Costs Are Unsustainable
Cities across California are increasingly warning that rising litigation costs are putting serious pressure on municipal budgets. In Fairfield, California, city officials say liability insurance, coverage that helps governments pay legal…
New Orleans Trial Reveals The Plaintiff Recruitment Scheme Driving Up Your Insurance Bill
A federal fraud trial in New Orleans, LA has delivered a rare look inside the organized networks that manufacture personal injury lawsuits, and the testimony is damning. A cooperating witness described, under oath, a scheme in which…
Kansas Has a Chance to Stop Lawsuit Abuse — But the House Must Act Now
The Kansas Senate just passed two important bills, SB 462 and SB 463, that aim to rein in excessive litigation costs that are quietly driving up prices for Kansas families.
Los Angeles’ Lawsuit Costs Are Blowing Past Budget: LA Controller Annual Report
Los Angeles is facing mounting fiscal pressure as liability payouts continue to surge beyond expectations, according to the city’s FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
New Report: Florida Auto Insurance Rates Continue to Fall Following Legal Reforms
Florida drivers may soon see more relief on their auto insurance bills. According to a recent announcement from Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky, the state’s five largest auto insurance groups are currently indicating an…
Why the Operation Sideswipe Trial Matters — and Why Reform Can’t Wait
This week, a major federal trial began in New Orleans over one of the largest staged-accident fraud schemes in recent history — a case that underscores everything that’s broken in our current system and why meaningful lawsuit abuse reform…
Suffolk County Court Case Puts a Spotlight on Auto Insurance Fraud — and Why Reform Matters Now
A recent ruling from New York’s Suffolk County Supreme Court offers one of the clearest examples to date of how organized fraud schemes exploit the Empire State’s auto insurance system — and, in doing so, raise premiums for law-abiding…
South Carolina Personal Injury Attorney Pleads Guilty in $1.5M Fraud Scheme
From 2018 to 2024, a now-suspended personal injury attorney allegedly stole $1.5 million from his law firm and clients, according to public records. The Motley Rice litigation attorney pleaded guilty to four counts of wire fraud and four…
Court Documents: Spinal Fusion on Mentally Ill Man Was Part of a “Legal-Driven Medical Engine”
In a newly filed New York action New York Marine & General Insurance Company v. Subin, et al., an insurer describes what it calls a “deceitful, collusive” operation built around a “legal-driven medical engine.” At the center is a mentally…
California City Manager: CA Cities Directly Impacted By Rising Costs Associated With Lawsuit Abuse
Families across the country are struggling with rising living costs that are usually blamed on inflation or housing, but a major and often overlooked driver is lawsuit abuse. Earlier this week, Cotati, CA City Manager Damien O’Bird…
Hochul Targets “Runaway Litigation” and Fraud in New York’s Personal-Injury System
In Albany, Governor Kathy Hochul issued one of her most pointed criticisms of New York’s personal injury and auto fraud system, characterizing it not as individual wrongdoing, but as a systematic network of criminal participants inflating…
From Miami to Manhattan: Florida’s Lawsuit Abuse Reform Movement Demonstrates Proven Results
The movement to end lawsuit abuse is spreading across the country, with a group of bipartisan governors taking up the cause – including New York Governor Kathy Hochul. At a news conference today, she said:
When Oversight Fails: How Arizona’s Legal Experiment Put Consumers at Risk
Arizona is one of only two states in the country that allows nonlawyers — including investors and marketing companies — to own law firms. Supporters of this policy, created by the Arizona Supreme Court, say it was designed to lower costs…
New Legislation Could Protect Patients from Lawsuit Abuse in New Mexico
Ahead of New Mexico’s legislative session, a medical malpractice reform law is high on the docket as it centers on healthcare reforms. Searchlight New Mexico published a piece highlighting the argument on the new proposed legislation, and…
New Report: Lawsuit Abuse Is Driving Up Costs for Alabama Families
The cost of lawsuit abuse is felt in the higher costs families across the country face. Now a new report in Alabama spotlights how “rising lawsuits” are having a serious impact on affordability in the state. The Alabama Department of…
The Urgent Need To End Lawsuit Abuse And Fraud In New York
In Albany today, Governor Kathy Hochul took direct aim at the rampant fraud and runaway litigation that has turned New York into a playground for organized crime rings and bad actors. For the average New Yorker, the unprecedented fraud is…
42 Florida Auto Insurers Cut Rates Following Legal Reforms, Delivering Real Savings for Drivers
Auto insurance costs continue to ease for Florida drivers, thanks to recent lawsuit abuse reforms causing growing stability in the insurance market. According to WPTV, state regulators have approved another round of auto insurance rate…
Hochul Pushes to Rein In The Lawsuit Abuse And Fraud Driving Up Costs For All New Yorkers
Today, Governor Kathy Hochul held a press conference to discuss rising auto insurance premiums in the state being driven by criminal fraud and runaway litigation. The full video is linked here.
Governor Hochul Proposes Much-Needed Crackdown On Lawsuit Abuse
In her State of the State address today, Governor Kathy Hochul took aim at one of the biggest—and most overlooked—drivers of New York’s high cost of living: auto insurance.
Florida Consumers Continue to See Cost Savings After Lawsuit Abuse Reforms
After Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida legislature passed sweeping lawsuit abuse reforms that addressed predatory billboard lawyers, Florida is now reaping the benefits. Car insurance rates are down, rideshare costs are cheaper, and…
From Polling Data to Headlines: How Lawsuit Abuse Hurts Real Victims
In December, PACT released a nationwide poll of personal injury attorney clients that highlighted the exploitative and aggressive tactics of personal injury lawyers. The survey documented the many different ways that attorney bad actors…
Los Angeles Times Investigation Details Allegations Linked to Prominent LA Law Firm
According to a new investigation published by the Los Angeles Times, Downtown LA Law Group (DTLA) has become one of the most prominent personal injury firms in Los Angeles County. New allegations are surfacing from former clients and…
The New Gold Rush in L.A. County’s Sex‑Abuse Settlements: How Predatory Lending Is Shaping Justice
> The April settlement is under investigation by the L.A. County district attorney office following Times reporting that found plaintiffs who said they were paid by recruiters to join the litigation, including some who said they filed…
Georgia’s Auto Rates Are Falling, Reform Is Paying Off
Georgia drivers just got another dose of relief. On December 18, WSB-TV reported that Liberty Mutual and two Safeco companies will cut personal auto rates statewide for Georgia policyholders. This welcome news comes after State Farm…
Georgia’s Exit From “Judicial Hellholes” List Shows Reform Is Working
After several years on the American Tort Reform Association’s “Judicial Hellholes” list, Georgia is officially off the 2025 list after lawmakers and Governor Kemp passed sweeping lawsuit abuse reforms earlier this year. This change in…
ICYMI: PACT Op-Ed Highlighting Issue of Affordability, and the Hidden Fix: Lawsuit Abuse Reform
Today, PACT Executive Director Lauren Zelt published an op-ed in The Center Square on how states can tackle the rising issue of affordability by ending lawsuit abuse:
Florida’s Reforms Worked Yet the Fight Against Lawsuit Abuse Isn’t Over
Florida’s landmark lawsuit abuse reforms were a historic success for consumers. These critical reforms directly led to a significant decrease in the auto insurance rates Florida drivers pay. Yet a new report, underscores that the fight to…
Georgia’s Landmark Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Already Working To Lower Costs
As Americans across the country grapple with an affordability crisis, some leaders have taken action to alleviate the pain. One of those leaders, Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia, worked earlier this year to deliver historic lawsuit abuse…
NY’s Affordability Crisis: NY Post Urges Hochul to Reject Lawsuit Friendly Bills That Would Raise Costs for Consumers
The New York Post Editorial Board is urging Governor Kathy Hochul to veto a slew of bills that would supercharge New York’s already out-of-control litigation system and drive everyday costs even higher for families and businesses.
Georgia Sees Lawsuit Surge Ahead of Lawsuit Reform Rollout
Georgia’s judicial system is currently experiencing a significant increase in activity. In the months prior to the implementation of the state’s extensive lawsuit reform legislation, attorneys representing plaintiffs inundated the courts…
Florida Drivers Score Another Win: Consumers to See $400 Annual Savings as Lawsuit Reforms Deliver Results
Florida drivers just got more good news about their auto insurance rates. State Farm, which insures 2.5 million vehicles in the state, has announced plans to cut auto insurance rates in Florida, which would save policyholders $400 a year.…
Washington Post Editorial Board: “Taking on the Trial Lawyers Has Been a Boon for Floridians”
Rising property insurance is putting a strain on the budgets of Americans across the country. This weekend, the Washington Post Editorial Board highlighted how governors are trying to tackle the scourge of rising monthly premiums. Yet…
Florida Lawsuit Reforms Just Delivered a Billion-Dollar Win for Drivers
Florida is delivering a major win for drivers and it’s not just a refund, it’s a signal that lawsuit reform works. Florida Voice had more:
When Lawsuits Become Investments: How Litigation Financing Can Exploit Consumers
A New York attorney is being sued for allegedly scamming a Florida investor out of $2.5 million through what’s described as a “Ponzi scheme” disguised as a litigation finance deal. Law360 had the story:
Court Documents: Insurer Alleges NYC Injury Lawyers, Doctors, and Funders Built a Fraud Scheme, Walking Clients Into a “Bear Trap”
In a remarkable 170-page federal complaint submitted on October 20, 2025, Merchants Mutual Insurance Company has accused one of New York’s most prominent plaintiff firms, along with a network of doctors and litigation-funding…
Georgia Personal Injury Attorney Resigns Industry Position Calling Out “Criminal” Law Firm Practices
In a shocking development this week, Law.com has reported on a Georgia personal injury attorney resigning his position from the State Bar Committee over the widespread practice of case running in Georgia, the practice where lawyers recruit…
How Lawsuit Abuse Is Driving Up Auto Insurance Rates – And How States Can Fix It
At a time when so many working families are struggling to make ends meet, the skyrocketing cost of auto insurance is a real problem across the United States. Across the country, drivers are paying hundreds more each year just to stay on…
Chiropractors & Lien Providers Cozy Up To Nevada Personal Injury Lawyers
At this weekend’s Nevada Justice Association (NJA) Annual Convention in Chicago, numerous lien-based medical providers and lawsuit funders turned out to network and strengthen their business ties with the state’s most powerful personal…
New California Ballot Initiative Aims to Protect Auto Accident Victims and Rein in Legal Costs
As reported in POLITICO, a new ballot measure filed in California for the November 2026 election seeks to reform how attorney fees and medical billing are handled in automobile collision cases — an effort that will ensure accident victims…
Investigation: Billboard Lawyers Paid Vulnerable Adults to Fake Abuse Claims, Stealing Justice From Real Victims
In a bombshell investigation, a notorious Los Angeles billboard lawyer firm is being accused of paying people to pose as sexual abuse victims to secure a $4 billion settlement. The Los Angeles Times reports that the firm recruited…
In Case You Missed It: Colorado Stands Up to Secret Lawsuit Investors
When most people think about lawsuits, they picture a plaintiff, a defendant, and their lawyers going toe to toe in court. What many don’t realize is that there’s often a hidden player at the table: outside investors. These financiers—…
Ending Lawsuit Abuse is Key to a More Just and Fair Legal System in America
Ross Marchand, a senior fellow for the Taxpayers Protection Alliance, recently wrote a new opinion piece in The Well News explaining the importance of stopping lawsuit abuse to restore fairness to American courtrooms.
Florida Attorney Disbarred After Keeping Nearly $90,000 in Client Settlement Funds
A recent article in the Miami Herald details how a Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorney “kept a combined $89,000 of clients’ settlement money, abandoned other clients’ cases and ignored The Florida Bar after the clients filed…
Florida Continues To See Results From Landmark Lawsuit Abuse Reform
The positive impacts of Florida’s landmark 2023 lawsuit abuse reforms continue to ripple throughout the Sunshine State. In recent months, Floridians have discovered that lawsuit abuse reform is “bringing relief to insurance consumers’…
Investigation: Billboard Lawyers Spent Extravagantly After PPP Loans Forgiven
During the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of businesses were given Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans from the federal government to help mitigate lost revenue and cover payroll expenses. These loans were meant to be primarily used by…
Miami Fraud Scheme Causes Higher Prices for All Floridians
New investigative reporting from NBC Miami details how two women are accused of operating an insurance fraud scheme out of a medical center. The women billed their insurance company for medical services and physical therapy they never…
ICYMI: Josh Hammer in the New York Post: Billboard Lawyers Are Ruining Childhood
Yesterday, PACT released episode one of “Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” – shining a spotlight on how predatory litigation and frivolous lawsuits are robbing kids of childhood past times. Episode one is available to watch here.
Rep. Hickland: Lawsuit Abuse Driving Up Texans’ Costs
Rising costs are a burden for consumers across the country. In Texas, State Representative Hillary Hickland is spotlighting the role billboard attorneys play in this costly trend:
CPI Report Shows Auto Insurance Continues To Drive Inflation
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released today once again headlines that auto insurance remains a significant contributor to inflation, consistently rising over the last year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
Exposing Staged Accidents: The Dangerous Scam Putting Consumers at Risk
Dashcam footage of cars seemingly crashing into other cars on purpose often goes viral. It’s a scam that happens more often than you think – and it’s called a staged accident. Example after example highlight how criminal networks, in…
New Investigation Shines Light on How Billboard Attorneys Prey on Immigrants
A new investigative report has uncovered explosive allegations in New York’s personal injury industry. According to Legal Newsline, an increasing number of lawsuits and news accounts show how undocumented immigrants, litigation lenders…
Tort Reform: The Answer To Protecting Consumers And Lowering Costs
“Tort reform” is a phrase many Americans have heard, but few really understand. At its core, it’s about protecting people–consumers, plaintiffs, and small businesses–from a legal system that too often rewards frivolous lawsuits and abusive…
The Billboard Lawyers Want to Be Startups Now
Injury firms are increasingly ditching billboards for bots, analytics, and outside funding. The result? Law practices that look less like traditional firms and more like growth-stage startups. The focus is not on serving victims anymore.…
Florida’s Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Are Working And Voters Know It
In 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida legislature championed a series of lawsuit abuse reforms. These significant reforms cracked down on the predatory practices of billboard attorneys, and were a big win for Florida consumers and…
AZ Personal Injury Firm Courts Wall Street Investors
Arizona has become the latest testing ground for Wall Street’s deeper push into the legal system. A recent filing with the Arizona Supreme Court revealed that a company linked to a major investment firm acquired a 20% stake in personal…
Illinoians Stand Up to Trial Lawyers Over New Bill That Would Attract Trial Lawyers To Illinois
Illinois citizens are speaking out against Governor JB Pritzker signing SB 328. This new law will allow trial lawyers nationwide to file lawsuits in Illinois courts, even if the alleged incident occurred outside the state according to a…
The “Next Generation” of Lawsuit Abuse: Trial Attorneys Court Gen Z Online
Trial attorneys have a variety of tactics they use to lure in potential clients. They have long preyed on victims by using flashy marketing and outlandish promises to reel people in. Once they do they then proceed to take an outsized…
Bed Bath and Beyond Boycotts California Over Lawsuits
In announcing its post-bankruptcy revival plan, Bed Bath & Beyond declared no new stores in California.
Massive Fraud Scheme: Former New York Politician Files Hundreds of Lawsuits on Behalf of Physician
A former New York politician is under fire for filing hundreds of lawsuits on behalf of a doctor accused of being involved in a sprawling auto insurance fraud scam, according to a New York Focus investigation:
Illinois Doubles Down On Its “Judicial Hellhole” Status
Recently, the American Tort Reform Association released their “Legislative HeatCheck” report. Illinois was slammed as a “Judicial Hellhole” and its legislature was named a “Lawsuit Inferno.” This was due to the passage of Senate Bill 328…
Outside Investors Want To Profit Off of Your Day in Court
Burford Capital, the $3 billion litigation finance firm, isn’t satisfied with funding lawsuits from the sidelines anymore. Now, they want to buy into U.S. law firms directly, aiming to cash in on the American legal system at the expense of…
Second Reconciliation Bill Perfect Vehicle To Deliver Third Party Litigation Funding Relief
This week, new reporting revealed that the White House and Congressional Republicans are eyeing another reconciliation bill to continue delivering economic relief for Americans. Significantly, Senate Finance Committee Chairman Crapo added…
CPI Report Shows Auto Insurance Continues To Drive Inflation
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released today once again indicates that auto insurance continues to be a driving force behind inflation, steadily increasing over the past year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
Long Island Spine Surgeon Faces Allegations of Falsifying Surgical Reports, Putting Patients at Risk
A Long Island orthopedic spine surgeon is under fire after court filings alleged he “copied and pasted” language from dozens of surgical reports for unrelated patients, raising questions about medical fraud and patient safety. Newsday had…
Vulnerable Family Left In Debt After Being Steered into High-Interest Loan Agreements
According to Law360, a married couple is suing their lawyers for legal malpractice after alleging they were exploited by high-interest loans meant to cover medical expenses from a car accident.
Trial Lawyers Have Found Their Next Target: Driverless Cars
Just weeks after driverless rideshare vehicles hit Atlanta streets, trial lawyers are already laying the groundwork for costly lawsuits. Despite no major incidents and not a single case filed in Georgia, some lawyers are calling for…
Florida’s Auto Insurance Rates Decrease Following Legal Reform, Other States Can Follow Their Lead
Following lawsuit abuse reforms passed by the Florida state legislature, car insurance rates among the five largest carriers have decreased by an average of 6.5% just this year. These five carriers account for nearly 80% of the market…
Lawsuit Abuse Could Hike The Cost Of College Football Tickets
There are few things Americans love more than college football. And with kickoff just weeks away, fans across the country are gearing up to root for their favorite team. Yet, on the horizon, billboard attorneys are threatening the future…
New York Times: Two Men Charged With Staging Car Crashes in Scheme to Defraud Drivers
Viral dashcam footage of a staged accident is in the national news today, with the New York Times reporting on a criminal inquiry in Queens County, New York, uncovering a scheme of orchestrated insurance fraud and staged accidents.
New Rankings Spotlight Georgia's Historic Lawsuit Abuse Reforms
This week, the American Tort Reform Association released their much-anticipated “Legislative HeatCheck” report. This annual report evaluates states based on how effectively each has implemented lawsuit abuse reform for its citizens.
Florida Lawsuit Reforms That Protect Consumers Lead to Lower Auto Insurance Costs for Drivers
Florida drivers are seeing relief in their auto insurance rates after years of steady price increases. According to an article from ABC Action News:
Two Years Later, Florida's Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Are Working
In 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida legislature passed historic lawsuit abuse reform legislation. Now, two years later, a new report shows that Floridians across the Sunshine state are reaping the benefits.
Lawsuit Abuse Is Quietly Deepening San Diego's Cost-of-Living Crisis
San Diego ranks among the most expensive American cities in which to live, work, and raise a family. For the nearly 1 in 3 San Diegans earning below a comfortable livable wage, this reality is increasingly unsustainable. While attention is…
Lawsuit Filed Against Prominent L.A. Law Firms Over Alleged Insurance Fraud Scheme
Well known personal injury law firms and an affiliated network of doctors have been accused of orchestrating a multimillion dollar insurance fraud operation, Bloomberg reports:
Auto Insurance Continues To Drive Inflation In Latest CPI Report
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released today once again indicates that auto insurance continues to be a driving force behind inflation, steadily increasing over the past year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
ICYMI: Texas Supreme Court tosses $90M frivolous lawsuit against Werner
In case you missed it, the Texas Supreme Court overturned a $90 million inflated verdict against Werner Enterprises, ruling in a 5-3 decision that the company was not liable for a 2014 crash. The court found that Werner’s involvement was…
Litigation Funding Firm Founder Disbarred Over Misappropriation of Client Funds
ClaimAngel, a Florida-based litigation funding firm marketed as “the first and only legal funding marketplace where funders deploy capital, attorneys protect, and people win,” is run by Jeremy W. Alters, a disbarred attorney whom the…
Rising California Cost of Living is a Direct Result of Lawsuit Abuse
Increases in cost-of-living have become a fact of life for many Americans, and according to a recent survey conducted by Marist Poll and Yahoo Finance earlier this year, 47% of Americans regard “cost of living as their biggest obstacle to…
New York Case Highlights Insurance Fraud Scheme by Lawyers, Medical Providers
This month, a major Racketeering Influence and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) case was filed against a New York City personal injury law firm and dozens of medical providers, alleging a wide-ranging scheme to defraud insurers through…
Texas Strengthens Laws Against 'Ambulance Attorneys’
Thanks to the hard work of the Texas legislature, House Bill 4325 became law this weekend. The law will increase penalties for lawyers who target families and victims of recent car crashes or crimes, also known as ‘ambulance attorneys’.
Bloomberg Law: “PACT Notches a Win in Georgia”
On June 17, Bloomberg Law spotlighted the growing influence of outside groups advocating for lawsuit abuse reform. The article features Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) and its recent momentum across the country.
Chicago Tribune Editorial Board Endorses Cracking Down on Third Party Litigation Financing
The editorial board at the Chicago Tribune recently published an editorial on the Senate’s changes to the Trump administration’s tax-and-spending bill. One addition they highlighted was Senator Thom Tillis’ efforts to crack down on…
Spine Surgeon Barred From Treating Workers Comp Claims, Citing Unjustifiable Procedures
A spinal surgeon at a well-known Long Island medical firm was recently barred from treating patients with workers compensation claims due to excessive “‘billing irregularities,’ inadequate medical record-keeping and performing ‘highly…
"Legal Offensive" Spotlights a Broken Personal Injury System
Across the country, billboard attorneys are abusing our broken legal system in order to profit. They file frivolous lawsuits which means higher prices for everyday Americans. At a time of rising costs, lawsuit abuse acts as a hidden tax…
New Inflation Data Confirms Personal Injury Lawyers Keep Driving Up Prices For Consumers
The latest Consumer Price Index data reports how motor vehicle insurance costs remain a major contributor to inflation in the United States, increasing monthly from April to May in 2025:
Detroit Paying Out Millions for Lawsuit Abuse – Diverting Funds from Real Needs
Lawsuit abuse is burdening the city of Detroit and diverting funds from investments that help and improve the city. The personal injury system is being exploited by trial lawyers who take advantage of victims to get a cut of their…
Former California Billboard Attorney Sentenced to 7 Years In Prison For Defrauding Clients
This week, a prominent former California billboard attorney and founder of now defunct Girardi & Keese was sentenced to seven years and three months in prison for embezzling millions of dollars from his former clients. The New York Post…
Former NYPD Officer And Accident Victim Call Center Owner Guilty Of Bribery Fraud Scheme
Last week, federal prosecutors for the Southern District of New York announced that a former NYPD traffic safety officer and an owner and operator of an accident victim call center both pled guilty to participating in a bribery scheme that…
Sen. Tillis Introduces Bill To Bring Fairness to Legal System
The cost of doing business in the U.S. is on the rise, and it’s not just due to inflation. A growing, largely unregulated industry is quietly distorting the civil justice system, driving up costs for consumers. The practice of third-party…
Elon Musk Blasts Billboard Lawyer Racket: “Not Good”
Elon Musk recently brought renewed attention to America’s broken legal system, calling out a tweet that highlighted how billboard lawyers cost the average American household $4,200 every year. Patrick Collison, CEO of the financial-tech…
WSJ Op-Ed Makes The Case For Texas Lawsuit Abuse Reform
In a recent Wall Street Journal op-ed, Dennis Nixon, president and CEO of International Bancshares, made the case for lawsuit abuse reform in Texas. International Bancshares is one of Texas’s largest independent commercial bank holding…
Louisiana’s Injury Claims “Surge” Highlights Need For Lawsuit Abuse Reform
Louisiana drivers are burdened with car insurance premiums that are among the highest in the nation. The reason, according to data compiled by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, is an avalanche of lawsuits, far out of…
Florida Voters Overwhelmingly Support Reining In Trial Lawyers
New polling data in Florida shows that 85% of Florida voters are supportive of the state’s efforts to rein in trial lawyers, which has already shown positive results in lowering insurance costs.
Massive Amtrak Scheme Reveals Extensive Healthcare Claim Fraud
A “bombshell probe” by Amtrak’s Office of the Inspector General (OIG) uncovered a massive scheme where employees exploited their health plans by colluding with corrupt doctors who filed fake claims, according to a report in the New York…
Auto Insurance Continues To Drive Inflation In Latest CPI Report
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released today once again indicates that auto insurance continues to be a driving force behind inflation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
Long Island Fraud Scheme Staged Fake Accidents
Today, Newsday headlined yet another alleged fraud scheme in Long Island, New York where a group of individuals residing in the same Freeport apartment complex were implicated in a federal lawsuit claiming they colluded with a Manhattan…
Leaders of Group Dedicated to Blocking Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Reform Abruptly Resign
The leadership of “Enough is Enough Louisiana,” a nonprofit that has been aggressive and active in efforts in Louisiana to block lawsuit abuse reform and insurance reforms, resigned following a controversial campaign targeting several…
WSJ Column Sparks Wave of Support for Ending Lawsuit Abuse Across the Country
With states around the country considering legislation to limit billboard attorney abuse of the legal system and lower costs for consumers, former Florida House Speaker and PACT Board Member Paul Renner recently wrote in a Wall Street…
Senate Witness: Excessive Litigation “Makes Everything Worse”
In a recent Senate Banking Committee hearing, Ohio Republican Senator Bernie Moreno asked a panel of insurance experts a timely question:
Texas State Lawmaker Calls Attacks Against Lawsuit Abuse Reform “Not True”
Texas voters have been bombarded with texts in recent weeks lying about the impacts of the lawsuit abuse reform legislation working through the legislative process in Texas. Recently, conservative State Representative Cody Vasut was…
Lt. Gov Dan Patrick: Excessive Litigation Leaves Individuals “In Ruins”
Recently, Lieutenant Governor of Texas, Dan Patrick, explained how SB 30 is designed to protect consumers from lawsuit abuse that can bankrupt small businesses and leave families devastated. The jury awards leveraged from frivolous…
New Allegations Against New Orleans Billboard Attorneys In Staged Accidents Fraud Scheme
Yesterday, federal prosecutors filed a second superseding indictment against New Orleans billboard attorneys involved in a multimillion dollar fraud scheme involving staged accidents, including new allegations and expanding the scope of…
Lawsuit Reform Has Lowered Insurance Rates And Has “Given Consumers A Break”
Billboard attorneys in Florida are seeking to undo reforms at the state level which have lowered insurance rates and clamped down on excessive litigation. Recently, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis mentioned the benefits the state has seen since…
In Order to Remain the “Best State for Business,” Texas Must End Lawsuit Abuse
This week, Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the fact that Texas was named the “best state for business” by Chief Executive magazine:
Billboard Attorneys’ Desperate, Baseless Attacks On Commonsense Lawsuit Abuse Reform
As the Texas House of Representatives prepares to consider lawsuit abuse reform legislation (SB 30), billboard attorneys are in overdrive trying to protect their profits with desperate, baseless attacks. Earlier this month, Sens. Charles…
Follow The Money: Trial Lawyer Group Was The Top Donor to Nevada Lawmakers in 2024
On Monday, the Nevada Independent reported how influential personal injury lawyer group Nevada Justice Association “flexed its political might during the 2024 election cycle, giving more money to state legislators than any other donor,”…
More Lawsuits Between Billboard Attorneys In Texas
Last week, Law.com reported on yet another lawsuit between billboard attorneys in Texas over using trademarked names in Google keyword ads, highlighting the fierce advertising competition between attorneys as they seek to draw in the…
PACT Releases New Video to Highlight Growing Momentum to End Lawsuit Abuse Across the Country
Lawsuit abuse reform is gaining attention across the country as Americans notice higher grocery prices and auto insurance rates. Lawsuit abuse can cost the average American family over $4,000 a year, due to the increased number of…
Lawyers Order Up a Side of Frivolous Lawsuits to Force Restaurants in NYC to Close
One unsuspecting cause of a dwindling nightlife scene in NYC: lawsuits. Nightclubs and restaurants are facing increasingly high insurance rates due to the increased amount of lawsuits they are facing, according to a recent article in the…
In Their Own Words: Texans On The Broken Legal System Hurting Consumers
Last week’s Texas Senate hearing on lawsuit abuse highlighted its widespread and devastating impact on Texan consumers. Texas accident victims who have been hurt by the broken legal system have also taken to Yelp and Google Reviews to…
Rep. Mike Collins Calls for Federal Efforts to End Lawsuit Abuse
In a recent Congressional hearing on “Unleashing The Golden Age Of American Energy Dominance,” Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA) publicly urged for federal reforms to tackle lawsuit abuse.
WATCH: In Shocking Testimony, Former Personal Injury Attorney Reveals Being Threatened By Her Former Employer
In a shocking revelation during a marathon SB 30 legislative hearing in Texas last night, former personal injury lawyer Melissa Casey revealed that her former employer – a large Texas billboard attorney firm – threatened her with legal…
WTAS: Witnesses Reveal Widespread And Systemic Lawsuit Abuse In Marathon Texas Senate Hearing
On Monday, the Texas Senate held a legislative hearing on SB 30, Sen. Charles Schwertner’s lawsuit abuse reform bill. Throughout the all-day hearing, witness after witness came forward to tell their own personal stories and firsthand…
ABC News Investigation: Fraud Scheme Uncovered Across NYC, Hurting Consumers and Raising Prices
A shocking ABC News investigation has found New York City trial lawyers are able to abuse the court system, using potentially false injury claims to sue small businesses for millions. The result is skyrocketing insurance premiums and…
Commodifying Misfortune: When Your Lawsuit Becomes a Stock
Personal misfortune is no longer solely a matter of justice; it is now a tradable commodity. That’s one takeaway from Bloomberg Opinion Columnist Matt Levine’s latest column.
Consumer Protection Reforms Needed To Help California’s Seniors
Last week, Bishop Dwight Williams, president of the California Senior Alliance, highlighted the negative impact of frivolous lawsuits on seniors’ cost of living.
Another California Personal Injury Attorney Faces Disciplinary Charges
The State Bar of California’s Office of Chief Trial Counsel recently filed disciplinary charges against another California billboard attorney. The charges are in relation to a 2013 $53 million settlement. As Law.com reported:
California Lawsuit Abuse is “Busting the City’s Budget” in Los Angeles at the Expense of Vital Public Services
Opponents of lawsuit abuse reform often argue plaintiff’s attorneys are doing a service to the people through their representation, but a new Wall Street Journal editorial highlights that is not the case in Los Angeles, California, which…
What They're Saying… Broad Array of Organizations Laud S.B. 68 Passage
Following the passage of S.B. 68 by the Georgia House of Representatives, a broad array of organizations and stakeholders lauded the bill moving forward. Here’s what they’re saying:
New Study Proves Florida’s Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Are Helping Consumers
A major new report from the Consumer Choice Center finds Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s lawsuit abuse reforms have already succeeded in “reducing the state’s overall litigiousness, stabilizing prices, and delivering lower costs to consumers.”
News Report: Small Business Owners Being Driven Out of Georgia Due to Skyrocketing Insurance Costs from Frivolous Lawsuits
A new clip from Atlanta News First shows how small business owners are speaking out against the increase of what they call frivolous lawsuits being launched against them, hurting their businesses financially and the owners’ well being.…
Trucker: Lawsuit Abuse Drives Us Out Of Business
In a recent interview with The Trucker, outgoing Truckload Carriers Association chairman John Culp noted addressing insurance costs and nuclear verdicts are some of the most pressing issues for the trucking industry, and said lawsuit…
ICYMI: Trial Lawyer Threatens to “Punish” Small Businesses that Voice Support for Ending Lawsuit Abuse
A Georgia trial lawyer is in the news after promising to “punish” Georgia small business owners who back Governor Kemp’s legislation to end lawsuit abuse, threatening to sue them for speaking out. The legislation, which passed the Georgia…
Increasing Auto Insurance Costs Driving Higher Prices For All Americans
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report confirms that motor vehicle insurance costs remain a major contributor to inflation in the United States, rising 11.1% over the past year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. According…
Georgians Highlight The Need For Consumer Protections
At yesterday’s Georgia House hearing on lawsuit abuse reform, two witnesses highlighted how the current personal injury system takes advantage of consumers and the need for reforms that guarantee consumer protections.
Florida Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Are Successfully Lowering Costs For Consumers
Mark Wilson, president and CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, penned an op-ed in the Miami Herald, highlighting how Gov. Ron DeSantis’ lawsuit abuse reforms have started to “curb outrageous litigation bonanzas to improve and stabilize…
Court Documents: Personal Injury Client Was Awarded Millions But Owed Millions More In TPLF Loans
Third party litigation funding (TPLF) has quickly grown into a $15.2 billion industry. However, consumers trying to access the legal system can often find themselves buried in debt when their case ends. Though numerous examples exist…
Court Papers: Plaintiff In Personal Injury Case Left With Nothing
A case like many others – a plaintiff left with nothing but debts after being thrown in the personal injury system.
Governor McMaster Takes the Lead in South Carolina Tort Reform
Governor Henry McMaster is leading the charge for ending legal abuse in South Carolina, pushing for changes to the state’s civil liability system that will benefit both businesses and consumers. As the state grapples with high insurance…
New Report: Billboard Attorneys Advertise More Than Large Pizza Chains
Billboard attorneys are giving large pizza chains a run for their money. According to a new report released today by the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), in 2024 $2.5 billion was spent on ads for legal services across 27 million…
Trump Cabinet Member Announces Support for Gov. Kemp’s Effort to Protect Consumers
In a recent interview, Kelly Loeffler, former Georgia Senator and now the head of the U.S. Small Business Administration in the Trump Administration, expressed strong backing for Governor Brian Kemp’s tort reform package in Georgia. This…
Gaining Momentum: Lawsuit Abuse Reform Signed Into Law In Arkansas
Recently, Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders signed a major lawsuit abuse reform bill into law. According to the Arkansas Times, the new law will benefit consumers by lowering insurance premiums and promote economic growth:
A Pro-Consumer Call for Fair Legal Practices
Alexis Kinsey, Chair of the Georgia Restaurant Association, penned a recent op-ed that laid out how Georgia’s current legal system is threatening the viability of small businesses and ultimately driving up costs for consumers.
Tort Reform Reduces Nuclear Verdicts in Florida
A new report out of Florida shows that the number of “nuclear” verdicts steadily declined after tort reform legislation was signed into law in 2023. “Nuclear” verdicts refer to jury awards exceeding $10 million, often in personal injury…
Georgia Senate Passes Senate Bill 69
The Georgia Senate passed Senate Bill 69 with a unanimous vote of 52-0, marking a significant step forward in protecting consumers from the growing, unchecked influence of third-party litigation funding (TPLF). This bill introduces vital…
Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones: Tort Reform is a “Georgia Consumer Bill”
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is making it clear that Georgia’s new tort reform proposal is about protecting consumers, not big corporations. Jones knows the legislation’s true intent: easing the burden on everyday Georgians who are feeling the…
South Carolina's Legal Reform Effort Reaches Fever Pitch With $3.5K Tort Tax
South Carolina’s legal landscape is at a critical crossroad as lawmakers push for meaningful tort reform in response to the state’s concerning “judicial hellhole” ranking, which places them as the third-worst state in the country. The…
“Out-Of-Control Lawsuits” And High Legal Fees For Trial Lawyers In Delaware
In the Wall Street Journal’s op-ed pages, Yale Law School Professor Jonathan Macey highlighted Delaware’s runaway awards of legal fees to trial lawyers, calling for legislative reforms to rein in the amount of money they can make from…
Passing SB 68: Step in Right Direction for Lowering Costs and Protecting Consumers in Georgia
Today, the Georgia Senate voted to pass SB 68 in a bipartisan vote of 33 to 21. This sweeping legislation will lower costs and protect consumers across the state. Many lawmakers spoke out in support and agreement of the new bill.
Erick Erickson & Sen. John Kennedy Discuss Lawsuit Abuse
Lawsuit abuse affects the daily lives of Georgians, from medical professionals to small businesses and families. With the rise in excessive lawsuits, consumers face higher costs, medical professionals are leaving the state, and businesses…
MS-13, Responsible For Exploiting Legal System, Declared As Foreign Terrorist Organization
Yesterday, the State Department officially designated the violent gang MS-13 as a foreign terrorist organization. While this designation highlights the gang’s extensive criminal operations, it’s important to recognize that gangs like MS-13…
Editorial: “Atlanta’s Disadvantaged Communities Would Benefit From Tort Reform”
Amidst the need to address the lack of affordable housing and accessible grocery stores for low income and black Georgian families, Atlanta’s oldest Black newspaper is chiming in that the answer is to make it less expensive to do business…
Why Tackling Phantom Damages Is Important
As states consider lawsuit abuse reform, addressing phantom damages is a key component to lowering costs. Phantom damages occur anytime lawsuit recoveries are calculated using the medical costs billed versus the medical costs the patient…
Wall Street Journal Editorial Board: Curbing Lawsuit Abuse Will “Lower Costs”
Opponents of lawsuit abuse reform often argue that insurance companies would not pass on savings to consumers. But a new Wall Street Journal editorial highlights that is not the case in Florida, which has seen lower auto insurance rates…
New Reporting On Hidden Costs Of Lawsuit Abuse In Georgia
Atlanta News First reported on how Georgia residents are struggling with soaring costs because of high insurance rates and lawsuit abuse. Some of the problems hitting consumers include high auto insurance rates, insurance rates spiking for…
Rep. Mike Collins: "To Combat Inflation, Georgia Must Pass Tort Reform"
This week, Georgia Congressman Mike Collins published commentary in the Clayton News Daily urging Georgians to pass tort reform as a method “to combat inflation” in the state.
PACT Launch Generates Media Attention
PACT’s nationwide campaign to end lawsuit abuse and bring commonsense reforms to the personal injury system has gained attention in Georgia and across the country.
WATCH: PACT Launches New Digital Ad Highlighting How Governor DeSantis’ Tort Reform Efforts Are Leading To Lower Auto Insurance Rates In Florida
Today, PACT released a new digital ad highlighting how Governor Ron DeSantis’ successful work to curb lawsuit abuse in his state is making Florida one of the few states in the country to see declines in auto insurance rates.
Auto Insurance Continues To Drive Inflation, Lawsuit Abuse Reform Would Help Bring Prices Down
With today’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, we got further confirmation that motor vehicle insurance costs continue to be one of the biggest drivers of inflation, with an 11.8 percent increase over the last year.According to the Bureau…
Full Steam Ahead: Gov. Kemp’s Lawsuit Abuse Reform Legislation Clears First Hurdle As SB 68 & 69 Both Pass Senate Judiciary Committee
Last night, the Georgia Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance Gov. Brian Kemp’s lawsuit abuse reform legislation that he has called his “top priority” for the 2025 legislative session. The bills, introduced by Kemp at a press…
Settlements In NY RICO Case Highlight Abuses In Legal System
New reporting from the Daily Mail and Insurance NewsNet on what has been described as “one of the largest RICO cases ever filed in New York” provides further evidence of the need for reform and more transparency and disclosure in the legal…
NBC News Fact Check: Insurance Premiums Up Due To Personal Injury Claims and Insurance Fraud
Yesterday, Investopedia’s Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver joined NBC News Daily Anchor Kate Snow to explain the cause behind rising auto insurance rates. In the interview, Silver highlighted how insurance premiums are skyrocketing due to…
WATCH: PACT Releases New Digital Ad in Support of Governor Kemp’s Efforts to Curb Lawsuit Abuse
Today, PACT launched a new digital ad highlighting Governor Brian Kemp’s efforts to combat lawsuit abuse in Georgia.
Success Story: Commonsense Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Lower Auto Insurance Rates In Florida
Opponents of ending legal abuse often argue that insurance companies don’t pass on the savings to consumers. Florida proves that is not the case, especially when it comes to auto insurance. Indeed, reform can lead to lower premiums and…
ICYMI: Rep. Mike Collins Urges State Lawmakers to Support Lawsuit Reform Efforts
U.S. Representative Mike Collins (R-GA-10) chimes in to urge the Georgia General Assembly “to support Governor Kemp’s tort reform efforts.”
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Vows to Bring More Consumer Protection and Transparency to Third-Party Litigation Funding
In Governor Brian Kemp’s press conference on Thursday, he announced that his lawsuit abuse reform package will include increased transparency and accountability surrounding third-party litigation funding. Third-party litigation funding is…
Lawsuit Abuse Attracts Federal Attention
During the LA and Pacific Palisades Wildfire Prevention and Rebuilding Roundtable, President Donald Trump highlighted a growing issue nationwide: the impact of the legal system on American households. As the national conversation has grown…
Broad Support Across Georgia for Governor Kemp’s New Legislation to Curb Lawsuit Abuse and Lower Prices for Consumers
Governor Brian Kemp announced his promise to deliver meaningful lawsuit abuse reform legislation to lower costs for Georgians, which was met with excitement and enthusiasm from a broad range of groups and leaders. One reporter cited that…
New Orleans Law Firms and Attorneys Charged in Multi-Million-Dollar Car Accident Fraud Case
A network of lawyers and their associates in New Orleans are accused of staging truck accidents to secure large insurance settlements, according to national and state news outlets. This case has exposed a significant issue with staged…
Governor Kemp Vows to Eliminate Tort Tax and Stop Excessive Lawsuits from Hurting Georgians in State of State Address
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp vowed to push tort reform forward this legislative session, calling Georgia’s legal environment one of the “biggest threats to the state’s future” in his State of the State address on January 16. Kemp…
Lawsuit Lending Disclosure is Key to Racial Justice in NY and Across America
In a recent op-ed published in The Washington Informer, Dr. Benjamin Chavis, a human and civil rights leader and president of and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association, wrote about the need for third-party litigation funding…
Think Tank Urges Trump to Establish DOGE For Legal Reform
The Pinpoint Policy Institute, a think tank focused on economic reform, has raised alarms over the growing burden of excessive litigation in the U.S. In a recent piece, the institute argues that urgent legal reform is needed to address the…
The Hidden Costs of America's Legal System: A Closer Look at the Tesla Lawsuit and the "Tort Tax"
The recent legal decision by a Delaware judge to overturn Elon Musk’s $56 billion compensation package has sparked significant criticism from the legal community. This ruling, which favored a single Tesla shareholder, is part of a broader…