Statements, announcements, and campaign launches.
The official record of PACT’s public statements, polling memos, ad releases, and policy announcements.
The official record of PACT’s public statements, polling memos, ad releases, and policy announcements.
- July 23, 2026
PACT Launches “In Their Own Words,” New Video Series Giving Victims of Lawsuit Abuse a Voice
First installment features a victim whose family’s settlement was stolen by the attorney they trusted most
- June 30, 2026
CONSUMER AWARENESS ALERT: Billboard Lawyers Are Coming for July 4th
Across the country, beloved public fireworks shows that communities have enjoyed for decades are being threatened, scaled back, or shut down entirely by a small number of repeat plaintiffs and litigation groups. At the same time…
- June 23, 2026
PACT Statement on North Carolina Third-Party Litigation Funding Ban: A Watershed Moment
Governor Josh Stein signs first in the nation ban on third-party litigation finance
- June 11, 2026
PACT Releases New “Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” Video Exposing How Lawsuit Abuse Threatens America’s Restaurants, Bars, and Nightlife
Latest installment highlights the hidden cost of lawsuit abuse on small businesses and local communities
- June 10, 2026
ICYMI: Damning New Report: Law Firms Ran Organized Scheme to Defraud NFL's $1 Billion Concussion Settlement Fund
The Associated Press has the full report, which can be read here.
- June 8, 2026
ICYMI: USAA CEO Credits Florida Tort Reform for Returning Nearly $1 Billion to Policyholders
The remarks offer a powerful message for governors and legislators across the country: tort reform is an affordability solution that delivers real cost savings for constituents.
- June 5, 2026
ICYMI: New York’s Landmark Insurance Reforms Earn Praise in Buffalo News, The Center Square
Also today, PACT Board Member and Kahana Feld Partner Tim Capowski published an op-ed in The Buffalo News, examining how New York built itself into the nation’s most hospitable environment for insurance fraud — and why Hochul’s decision to…
- May 27, 2026
PACT Welcomes an Agreement in New York on Lawsuit Abuse Reform
“Today’s budget signing marks an important step toward bringing down insurance costs for New Yorkers,” said Lauren Zelt, Executive Director of PACT. “States that have taken action to curb lawsuit abuse and combat fraud have seen stronger…
- May 7, 2026
PACT Applauds Progress in New York on Lawsuit Abuse Reform
Agreement Represents Positive Step Toward Lower Costs and Greater Affordability for New Yorkers
- May 7, 2026
PACT Launches YourInjuryStory.com as Central Hub for National Consumer Awareness Campaign
New Microsite Combines Victim Testimonials, National Survey Data, PSA Campaign and Story Intake Platform To Expose Systemic Problems in the Personal Injury Industry
- May 5, 2026
PACT Releases Consumer Talk Episode Six: Potholes, Parks, and Lawsuit Abuse
Consumer Talk Episode Six, “Potholes, Parks, and Lawsuit Abuse,” discusses the problems faced by cities across the country that are forced to divert hundreds of millions, sometimes billions, of dollars to cover legal settlements tied to…
- May 1, 2026
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.
- April 21, 2026
Georgia Delivers Early Wins Following Legal Reforms as Rate Cuts and Cost Reductions Take Hold
A growing body of positive headlines out of the Peach State is underscoring the real-world impact of recent lawsuit abuse reforms, with early data pointing to meaningful cost savings for both consumers and public entities. Recent reporting…
- April 14, 2026
New TV Ad: Billboard Lawyers Lining Pockets in Albany to Keep Prices High
This new ad, Get Their Way, points to reporting by The New York Times about political contributions from billboard attorneys to legislators in Albany. From the reporting:
- April 13, 2026
ICYMI: WSJ Editorial Board Backs Hochul's Fight Against Trial Lawyers on Auto Insurance Reform
Here’s something we never thought we’d see: A Democratic Governor of New York taking on the trial lawyers who control Albany. But that’s what Gov. Kathy Hochul is doing, and we hope she’s hired a food-taster.
- April 9, 2026
PACT Releases Consumer Talk Episode Five: Behind Hotbed Addresses
The latest episode, titled “Behind Hotbed Addresses,” exposes a troubling pattern in New York City and at the center of lawsuit abuse: buildings where an unusually high number of individuals living under the same roof repeatedly file…
- April 8, 2026
PACT Launches “Before You Call That Lawyer” PSA as Part of Major National Campaign and New Consumer Education Website
Initiative Combines National Advertising Campaign and Digital Resource To Help Americans Make Informed Legal Decisions After an Accident
- March 12, 2026
New TV Ad Campaign Contrasts New York and Florida on Lawsuit Abuse
PACT’s new television ad is a part of a seven-figure television and digital campaign that ties billboard lawyers to New York’s affordability crisis. Their tactics fuel rising prices across the state, leaving everyday families to shoulder…
- March 9, 2026
Utah Lawmakers Reject SB 211, Protecting Consumers from Increased Lawsuit Costs
“Utah lawmakers recognized that SB 211 would have been a step backward for consumers and families across the state,” said Lauren Zelt, Executive Director, PACT. “Lawsuit abuse already drives up costs for families and small businesses, and…
- February 27, 2026
New Poll in Three Key New York Congressional Swing Districts Shows Overwhelming Support for Lawsuit Abuse Reform
Voters Across Party Lines Say Cost of Living Is Rising — Strong Majorities Back Reforms to Address Lawsuit Costs and Lower Premiums
- February 20, 2026
PHOTO RELEASE: Governor Brian Kemp Honored with PACT Champion of the Year Award at Inaugural PACT Summit
More than 100 guests convened for a full day of programming spotlighting the rising costs of lawsuit abuse and the need for meaningful legal reforms. The Summit culminated in a fireside chat with Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp, who…
- February 5, 2026
New Billboard Campaign Ties New York’s Billboard Lawyers to Affordability Crisis
The two billboards, now live in Albany along I-787 North at Exit 3 near the Empire State Plaza, will run throughout February and March, delivering high-impact visibility to New York drivers.
- February 5, 2026
New TV Ad Campaign Ties Billboard Lawyers to New York’s Affordability Crisis
PACT’s new television ad is a part of a seven-figure television and digital campaign that ties billboard lawyers to New York’s affordability crisis, fueled by shady tactics such as staged accidents, unnecessary medical treatments and…
- January 30, 2026
PACT Releases Consumer Talk Episode Four: Highway Billboard Tax
The fourth episode in “Consumer Talk” is titled — “Highway Billboard Tax”, which reveals the true cost of attorney billboard advertising—showing how aggressive legal marketing turns into a hidden tax paid by consumers. As part of this new…
- January 29, 2026
Millions Tune In as PACT Marks One-Year Anniversary and Emerges as a National Consumer Force
Since its launch one year ago, PACT has rapidly built a national presence by meeting consumers where they are: on television, online, and in the news. Through high-impact media campaigns and state-level advocacy, PACT has helped turn…
- January 23, 2026
ICYMI: Newsday Op-Ed: How Lawsuit Abuse Made New York Unaffordable
> New York has the highest auto insurance rates in the country. Full auto insurance coverage costs more than $4,000 annually, compared with $2,679 nationwide, according to Bankrate. The disparity for minimum coverage is even starker — New…
- January 13, 2026
New Documentary Reveals the Human Cost of Personal Injury Lawsuit Abuse in America
“Behind the Settlement: What Really Happens After You Hire a Billboard Lawyer” Released Today from Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT)
- January 13, 2026
PACT APPLAUDS GOV. HOCHUL EFFORTS ON LAWSUIT ABUSE
New York Governor Outlines Multi-Pronged Approach to Lowering Costs, Protecting Consumers in the Empire State
- December 19, 2025
CONSUMER AWARENESS ALERT: Christmas Celebrations Should Spark Joy — Not Lawsuits
From elaborate light displays and inflatable characters to ice-covered walkways and trip hazards, the holidays bring both joy and risk. Across the country, everyday holiday activities — from hosting Christmas dinners and office parties to…
- December 18, 2025
PACT to Release Documentary Film in 2026
“Behind the Settlement: What Really Happens After You Hire a Billboard Lawyer” Trailer Released Today
- December 17, 2025
PACT Debuts New Six-Figure Ad Campaign in California Advocating for Lawsuit Abuse Reform
California Cities, Families Particularly Hard-Hit by Lawsuit Abuse
- December 11, 2025
New Nationwide Survey: Crash Victims Subjected to Aggressive Personal Injury Lawyer Tactics
Conducted in November 2025 by Public Opinion Strategies (POS), the survey reveals that many crash victims who retained a personal injury lawyer encountered an aggressive, coordinated system that often prioritized the attorney’s interests…
- December 9, 2025
New National Poll: Strong Majority of Americans Believe Lawsuit Abuse is a Serious Problem That Drives up Costs
76% of voters believe lawsuit abuse is a serious problem, 81% believe it drives up the costs of goods and services for American families making it a fundamental affordability issue
- December 2, 2025
“Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” Episode Three Released
The third episode in “Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” is titled “Sports” and it highlights egregious examples of frivolous lawsuits closing pickleball courts, bike parks, and roller skating rinks. It can be viewed here.
- November 24, 2025
CONSUMER AWARENESS ALERT: Thanksgiving & Black Friday Lawsuits Could Sour the Holiday Season
Across the country, both households and retailers have become surprising targets for litigation tied to Thanksgiving festivities and Black Friday sales, ranging from deep-fried turkey fires and holiday-meal injuries, to overcrowded store…
- November 10, 2025
PACT Expands to New York With Six-Figure Ad Campaign Urging Lawmakers to Tackle Lawsuit Abuse and Lower Costs
The campaign centers on affordability, spotlighting how excessive litigation contributes to New York’s skyrocketing insurance rates and overall cost of living. With a six-figure statewide ad buy, the campaign will air across cable…
- November 4, 2025
PACT Releases Consumer Talk Episode Three: Lawsuit Loans
The latest episode, titled “Lawsuit Loans,” outlines how victims who hire personal injury attorneys sometimes receive loans to help fund their expenses while awaiting their settlement — only to be saddled with sky-high interest rates that…
- October 28, 2025
CONSUMER AWARENESS ALERT
Halloween Lawsuits Could Scare More Than Just Trick-or-Treaters
- October 2, 2025
ICYMI - Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything
In conjunction with PACT’s “Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” Episode 2 video release this week, PACT examines how billboard attorney actions affect small businesses.
- September 30, 2025
“Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” Episode Two Released
The second episode in “Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” is titled “Small Business” and it highlights egregious examples of frivolous lawsuits closing small businesses. This digital ad shows how lawsuits over “Ladies Night”, a pair of…
- September 18, 2025
ICYMI - Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything
In conjunction with PACT’s “Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” video release this week, PACT examines how billboard attorney actions affect treasured childhood pastimes.
- September 16, 2025
“Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything”
The first episode in “Billboard Lawyers Ruin Everything” is titled — “Childhood”, which outlines how simple youth pastimes, including sledding and playgrounds, have been shut down as a result of lawsuits.
- September 15, 2025
PACT Statement in Support of the Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2025
Rep. Mike Collins Introduces New Federal Legislation to Curb Lawsuit Abuse
- September 15, 2025
Rep. Collins Introduces Tort Reform Legislation
Representatives Mike Collins (GA-10), Brandon Gill (TX-26), Tom Tiffany (WI-07), and Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) introduced the Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2025 to reform tort law and end the rampant abuse of our legal system.
- September 9, 2025
PACT Releases Consumer Talk Episode Two: Staged Accidents
The second episode in “Consumer Talk” is titled — “What Are Staged Accidents?”, which outlines how scammers stage accidents on America’s roads, sidewalks, and construction sites, to pursue litigation and gain a large financial award at the…
- September 2, 2025
PACT Launches New Consumer Talk Video Series
The first episode in “Consumer Talk” is titled — “What is Tort Reform?” which outlines the benefits of reform for victims and consumers.
- August 14, 2025
ICYMI: PACT Board Member Takes To Airwaves to Highlight Florida’s Lawsuit Abuse Reform Legislation
This week, former Florida House Speaker and PACT Board Member Paul Renner took to the airwaves in Florida and across the Country to discuss his latest Miami Herald op-ed highlighting how auto insurance rates are decreasing for the first…
- August 8, 2025
PACT Highlights Florida’s Game Changing Lawsuit Abuse Reforms
As Former Florida House Speaker and PACT Board Member Paul Renner writes in the Miami Herald:
- July 31, 2025
ICYMI: A Case Study in Success: Lawsuit Abuse Reforms Are Lowering Auto Insurance Rates Across FL
Florida’s reforms to tackle predatory lawsuit abuse is a success story, that’s the takeaway after news outlets across the state reported on rate reductions to consumers’ auto insurance policies – the first time in years, following…
- June 12, 2025
New Poll: Bipartisan Majority Of California Voters Want Action On Lawsuit Abuse Reform
Most striking, of the California voters who have hired a personal injury attorney, a majority support reforming the system. 1-in-5 Californians have hired a personal injury attorney, and 62% of those are in favor of reforming California’s…
- May 13, 2025
ICYMI: Lawmakers Urge Attorney General Bondi to Launch Task Force to Eradicate Staged-Accident Fraud
The proposed task force would investigate, prosecute and put an end to this organized fraud scheme that is endangering motorists nationwide.
- May 8, 2025
PACT Statement On House Judiciary Hearing on HB 4806
Witness: “The current system in Texas allows for trial attorneys and medical providers to use victims as ATMs”
- May 8, 2025
PACT Unveils 5-Minute Explainer Video on The Predatory Personal Injury System
Short Film Exposes How Aggressive Ads, Closed-Door Referral Deals, and Unnecessary Medical Procedures Trap Victims in Deeper Debt
- May 7, 2025
PACT Statement on Texas House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee Hearing on HB4806
Witnesses shed light on a “Web of Exploitation” in Texas’ Broken Legal System
- May 2, 2025
MEMO: How Billboard Attorneys React When Their Bottom Lines Are Threatened By Pro-Consumer Reforms
Across multiple states, including Texas, Georgia, and South Carolina, billboard attorneys have threatened reform advocates, funded dark money groups spreading misinformation, and promoted baseless claims intended to derail lawsuit abuse…
- May 1, 2025
PACT Launches Second Television Ad in Texas to Support Essential Reform to End Lawsuit Abuse
Group’s Second Texas Television Ad Highlights Need to End Lawsuit Abuse
- April 29, 2025
PACT Launches Louisiana Digital Campaign
National Lawsuit Abuse Reform Group Launches Campaign in Fourth State Day After Federal Prosecutors Filed New Allegations Against New Orleans Billboard Attorneys in Massive Fraud Scheme
- April 24, 2025
New Study: California Households Pay Over $8,000 A Year Due To Lawsuit Abuse
The Perryman Group Study Estimates California Families Lose $8,306 Annually to Excessive Litigation; LA City Administrator has Warned City Services at Risk as Lawsuit Costs Escalate
- April 24, 2025
New Study: Louisiana Households Pay Over $3,000 A Year Due To Lawsuit Abuse
The Perryman Group Study Estimates Louisiana Families Lose $3,107 Annually to Excessive Litigation
- April 24, 2025
New Study: Texas Households Pay Over $5,000 A Year Due To Lawsuit Abuse
The Perryman Group Study Estimates Texas Families Lose $5,549 Annually to Excessive Litigation
- April 24, 2025
PACT Releases New Perryman Group Study Showing Increased Lawsuit Abuse Costs for Americans
The Perryman Group Study Estimates Lawsuit Abuse Costs the Average American Family $5,135 Per Year
- April 21, 2025
PACT Applauds Governor Brian Kemp for Signing Lawsuit Abuse Reform Legislation
“PACT applauds Governor Kemp and the Georgia legislature for their hard work to protect consumers, lower costs and increase transparency by enacting S.B. 68 and S.B. 69,” said PACT Executive Director Lauren Zelt. “This law makes the Peach…
- April 14, 2025
PACT Launches New Video Highlighting The Need for Lawsuit Abuse Reform in Texas
Texas Senate Hearing on SB 30 Exposes the Truth About the Shady Practices of Ambulance Lawyers
- April 11, 2025
New Poll: In Order to Maintain the ‘Texas Miracle’, Legislators Must Act on Lawsuit Abuse Reform
80% of voters say their cost of living has increased, and 79% agree reforming the broken legal system is critical to maintaining Texas’ strong economic growth
- April 7, 2025
PACT Launches Television and Radio Ads in Texas to Support Essential Reform to End Lawsuit Abuse
PACT aims to protect all consumers from inflated costs and predatory legal practices
- April 1, 2025
New Poll: Backed by Voter Concern About Cost of Living, Lawsuit Abuse Reform Represents Clear Winner for U.S. Senators
82% of voters say their cost of living has increased, and 79% say it is important for their U.S. Senators to stop lawsuit abuse which is driving cost increases
- March 28, 2025
PACT Launches In Texas To Support Reform Ending Lawsuit Abuse
Initial Efforts Aimed at Supporting Legislative Efforts to Protect Consumers and Lower Prices
- March 27, 2025
PACT Applauds the GA House on the Passage of SB 69
“The Georgia House’s decisive passage of SB 69 marks a pivotal step in making Georgia more affordable for families,” said PACT Executive Director Lauren Zelt. “Georgia’s current legal system is broken, and today the Georgia House took…
- March 21, 2025
PACT Launches California Consumer Education Campaign
Initial Efforts Aimed at Empowering Victims of Personal Injury Attorneys
- March 20, 2025
PACT Applauds the GA House for Passing Lawsuit Abuse Reform Legislation
“S.B. 68 brings commonsense reforms to a broken system and increases transparency, lowers costs and protects consumers – all while ensuring individuals can access the justice system with the respect and dignity they deserve,” said PACT…
- March 12, 2025
PACT Launches New Radio Ad Supporting Consumer Protection And Legal Reform In Georgia
This new radio ad, “Protect,” which is currently running statewide, is part of PACT’s seven-figure advertising campaign in Georgia highlighting the need to pass reform to end lawsuit abuse that hurts consumers and drives up everyday costs…
- March 4, 2025
New Poll: Trump Can Deliver on Promise to Lower Costs for Americans By Ending Lawsuit Abuse
86% of voters say their cost of living has increased over the past year, and 74% say it is crucial for the Trump administration and Congress to eliminate the hidden tax brought by lawsuit abuse
- February 27, 2025
PACT Applauds the GA Senate on the Passage of SB 69
“Today, the Georgia legislature took another step forward towards creating a more affordable and fair environment for families and small businesses in the state,” said PACT Executive Director Lauren Zelt. “Georgia’s current legal system is…
- February 21, 2025
PACT Applauds the GA Senate for Passing Lawsuit Abuse Reform Legislation
“PACT applauds the legislators in the Georgia Senate for making the Peach State more affordable for families and small businesses,” said PACT Executive Director Lauren Zelt. “S.B. 68 protects consumers, lowers costs, brings commonsense…
- February 19, 2025
PACT Launches Second Television Ad In Georgia To Support Essential Reform To End Lawsuit Abuse
PACT aims to protect all consumers from inflated costs and predatory legal practices
- February 10, 2025
New Poll: Georgians Overwhelmingly Support Ending Lawsuit Abuse
Broad bipartisan support for stopping lawsuit abuse, protecting consumers, and the Legislature acting to lower prices.
- January 30, 2025
PACT Applauds Governor Kemp’s Proposed Tort Reform Legislation
“PACT applauds Governor Kemp for his commitment to making Georgia more affordable for families and small businesses,” said PACT Executive Director Lauren Zelt. “His bold legislative proposal protects consumers, lowers costs, brings…
- January 29, 2025
NEW CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE CAMPAIGN TO REFORM PREDATORY LEGAL PRACTICES
Campaign to Launch with Initial $10 Million Investment, Seven-Figure TV & Digital Effort in Georgia PACT aims to protect consumers from inflated costs and predatory legal practices
