Change Litigation with Loser Pays

The lawyer lobby wields significant power in shaping litigation practices, impacting the high costs and frequency of lawsuits in the country. A proposed solution to reduce litigation involves implementing a 'loser pays' system, where the losing party must cover the legal expenses of the winning party. This approach could potentially decrease the volume of lawsuits by deterring frivolous claims. However, significant opposition from lawyers, who benefit from the current system, hinders any meaningful reform. Similar mechanisms exist in other countries, illustrating the potential effectiveness of such a change.

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