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Dear Steve, Our Founding Fathers saw the right to a civil trial by jury as the "great equalizer" between individuals and powerful institutions. Yet, some today would weaken this right for political and financial gain. Here is our update on this important issue. |
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Americans Deserve The Truth
Let America Know is a powerful new e-marketing tool that connects you and your clients with a compelling, customized e-newsletter. Let America Know is also a counter voice to the massive disinformation campaign aimed at our profession. As a trial lawyer, you owe it to yourself - and your future - to find out more! Continue reading.
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Protect Your Seventh Amendment Rights
Our Constitutional Liberties Are Threatened by “Tort Reform”
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The Seventh Amendment Guarantee:
In suits at common law, where the value at controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury, shall be preserved ...
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“In suits at common law, trial by jury in civil cases is as essential to secure the liberty of the people as any one of the pre-existent rights of nature.” – James Madison
National celebrations, such as Columbus Day and Independence Day, remind us of the liberties our Constitution sought to protect, preserve and uphold. These fundamental rights are the glue that holds our nation together. Yet, many Americans aren’t aware that the Seventh Amendment, which guarantees our right to a trial by jury in civil cases, is currently under attack. Advocates of “tort reform” are pushing for an overhaul of our civil justice system, which would change centuries-old common law and is in stark opposition to the vision of our Founding Fathers. You Should Know what’s at stake.
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Between 1985 and 2003, the number of personal injury trials in U.S. District Courts declined by 79 percent, from 3,604 in 1985 to fewer than 800 in 2003.
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There was no change in health care costs after a 2003 Texas constitutional amendment put a cap on medical malpractice lawsuit payouts. Proponents argued that capping damage awards would curb malpractice lawsuits and insurance costs while lowering the cost of health care.
Source: New Study: Tort Reform Has Not Reduced Health Care Costs in Texas, The Statesman |
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Fifty thousand more people could die over 10 years (beyond the 44,000 to 98,000 already estimated to die annually from medical errors) if Congress limits the legal rights of patients.
Source: Letter to the Simpson-Bowles Commission, 2010 (download), Various Consumer and Patient Safety Organizations |
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Lawyers, Clients Protect the Seventh Amendment
The American Association for Justice (AAJ) is dedicated to protecting the Seventh Amendment by working with lawyers and their clients to increase public awareness. People Over Profits is AAJ’s grassroots network to protect the civil justice system. Visit the action center.
Public Citizen Represents People in Halls of Power
For more than 40 years, Public Citizen has challenged the abusive practices of the pharmaceutical, nuclear and automobile industries, and many others. Read what they say about access to justice.
Pop Tort Blog Provides Candid Viewpoint
The Center for Justice & Democracy has created the Pop Tort Blog for promoting civil justice in a humorous, sarcastic and candid way. Subscribe to their updates and view an extensive list of the issues they cover.
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