The newest investment craze gaining popularity across the country is one that is operating largely in secret and targeting the civil justice system – raising costs in the process. The process, known as third-party litigation funding (TPLF), is allowing private investors to use civil lawsuits as their own profitable investment strategy. A recent opinion piece highlights the…
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Pennsylvania’s Plaintiff Friendly Legal Environment Leading to Higher Costs Across the Board
Costs across the Commonwealth continue to rise – from an increase in grocery expenses to higher energy bills and rising health care fees – Pennsylvanians are feeling the pinch. While talking heads point to a bevy of reasons for the higher cost of living, one item that rarely garners much attention is the negative financial…
PCCJR Delivers Major Victories Against Two Harmful Lawsuit Expansion Bills
As the 2026-27 budget process concluded and the General Assembly recessed for the summer, PCCJR secured two major legislative victories by stopping House Bill 1697, the proposed Pennsylvania False Claims Act, and House Bill 1913, legislation that would have allowed plaintiffs’ attorneys to argue virtually any damages amount to juries during closing arguments. Both bills threatened Pennsylvania’s…
U.S Supreme Court Strikes a Blow Against Junk Science
A ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court will significantly rein in lawsuits that often target major companies alleging claims based on little to no proven scientific evidence. The case focused on Roundup weed killer and allegations that it causes cancer. The case continued to move through the court system, despite the Federal Environmental Protection Agency…
Taylor: Lawsuit Abuse Reform Could Lower Costs for Taxpayers
A recent column in the Delaware County Daily Times outlines how Pennsylvania’s exploitive, plaintiff friendly legal environment is contributing to rising legal system costs in the Commonwealth – impacting small businesses and taxpayers. The piece, written by PA Manufacturers Association President and CEO David Taylor, notes that the predatory practices often target small businesses that don’t have…
Legislative Alert!
TAKE ACTION NOW TO STOP LEGISLATIVE GIVEAWAYS TO PLAINTIFFS’ ATTORNEYS!!! The plaintiffs’ bar is in overdrive attempting to line their pockets by shoving harmful legislation through the General Assembly as part of the budget process. PCCJR urges you to take action NOW by sending a letter to your House member. House Bill 1913 – Inflating Damages via “Anchoring”…