What happened: A newly released nationwide survey by Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) reveals that Americans of all political stripes and across demographics support reforming the U.S. legal system to drive down the price of goods and services.
Tell me more: The survey highlights the strong bipartisan support that exists for legal reforms to curb lawsuit abuse, increase transparency and lower costs for consumers.
By the numbers:
- 83% of voters support greater transparency on hidden fees paid to billboard attorneys.
- 77% favor legal reforms to lower auto insurance rates.
- 75% want fee arrangements between attorneys and medical provider networks disclosed.
- 67% support capping attorney fees.
- 64% support reforms to eliminate the $4,200 hidden tax imposed on American families by lawsuit abuse—support that spans party lines (71% Republicans, 64% Independents, 59% Democrats).
TLR Thoughts: Meaningful reforms are needed at both the federal and state levels to help put an end to the unfair litigation practices increasing the cost of living for all Americans. In Texas, TLR is working together with the Lone Star Economic Alliance (LSEA) to urge reforms that will protect Texans from higher insurance costs; guarantee fair restitution for legitimate injuries; and create a legal environment that encourages medical providers to treat accident victims without fear of litigation abuse.
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