Project Lawsuit Abuse Newsmakers
Tort reformers have been turning up all over the internet over the past few days. We took the liberty of rounding up some of the standouts that hit over the past week. You may recognize a few friends of Project Lawsuit Abuse in there. Here are some of the newsmakers from around the country:
Cali to Business: Get Out!
“Last year, a medical-technology firm called Numira Biosciences, founded in 2005 in Irvine, California, packed its bags and moved to Salt Lake City. The relocation, CEO Michael Beeuwsaert told the Orange County Register, was partly about the Utah destination’s pleasant quality of life and talented workforce. But there was a big “push factor,” too: California’s steepening taxes and ever-thickening snarl of government regulation.” The Wall Street Journal
Failure to defend invites more attacks
“A recent story in the Daily Mail highlighted the significant impact that lawsuits can have on our school system. The Kanawha County Board of Education recently agreed to settle a case against it for $15,000, despite comment from the board's attorney that the plaintiff's claims didn't have "much merit." Why would the school board settle a case it believes is lacking in merit? Because, as board attorney Jim Withrow notes, "it's just cheaper to settle." The Charleston Daily Mail
Graddick looking good
“We are pleased as people on the periphery of politics can be to see Charlie Graddick literally back in the picture today. He’s on television announcing he’s running for chief justice, and that’s a good thing for Alabamians. Alabama Voters Against Lawsuit Abuse is dormant. It took 15 years to see a full slate of tort reform passed, but it finally happened. People yet unborn will benefit from AVALA’s work.” The Anniston Star
Businesses fight 'abusive' lawsuits
“Lawsuit abuse is hurting California's small businesses and draining the economy, according to a report released this week that features two San Diego business owners.” San Diego Union-Tribune
Lungren targeting predatory ADA lawsuits
“Rep. Dan Lungren, R-Gold River, has introduced legislation that could help plug the loopholes allowing abusive lawsuits to target businesses for a perceived lack of access. Areas in Folsom have been the target of Americans with Disabilities Act lawsuits, including the city of Folsom. It’s part of what prompted the major redesign of Folsom’s historic Sutter Street.” The El Dorado Hills Telegraph
