Across the country, momentum for reform is growing as lawmakers and regulators confront the cost of lawsuit abuse and the rise of third-party litigation funding.

This week, we’re looking at two stories that capture both the progress Texas has made and the dedication it will take to protect it, from the early success of the Texas Business Court to the growing threat of foreign influence in U.S. litigation.

This week, we’re watching two national developments that show how lawsuit abuse is changing the risk landscape—and why Texas must continue leading the way.

As other states face growing economic pressures from unchecked litigation, Texas is working hard to maintain a fair and balanced civil justice system.