Texas bill takes aim at inflated medical damages
Texas’ reputation for doling out nuclear verdicts may fizzle somewhat if Senate Bill 30 is enacted – a piece of legislation aimed at letting the air out of inflated medical damages.
LSEA Statement on Senate Passage of Senate Bill 30
The Lone Star Economic Alliance (LSEA) today issued the following statement on the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 30 by the full Senate, delivering a major victory for fairness and accountability in Texas’s judicial system. SB 30 is one of Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick’s top priority bills for the 2025 Legislative Session.
Lone Star Economic Alliance Launches Major Ad Campaign Across Texas in Support of Lawsuit Reform
The Lone Star Economic Alliance (LSEA), a coalition of 1,150 Texas job creators, individuals, and business associations from every corner of the state, today announced the launch of a six-figure multimedia advertising campaign in strong support of Senate Bill 30 — a critical lawsuit reform measure currently under consideration in the Texas Legislature.
Embertson: How a Routine Fender Bender Costs Texans Big Money
Most Texans don’t realize just how out-of-control our legal system has become when it comes to forced settlements and mega-lawsuits. LSEA member and President of Erling, Dave Embertson, shared his story to demonstrate why lawmakers need to pass SB 30/HB 4806.
WTAS: Witnesses Reveal Widespread And Systemic Lawsuit Abuse In Marathon Texas Senate Hearing
On Monday, the Texas Senate held a legislative hearing on SB 30, Sen. Charles Schwertner’s lawsuit abuse reform bill. Throughout the all-day hearing, witness after witness came forward to tell their own personal stories and firsthand experience of lawsuit abuse in Texas
Everything’s Bigger in Texas—Including the Cost of ‘Nuclear Verdicts’
Two bills introduced in the 89th Texas Legislature aim to reform lawsuits, and address what critics say are nuclear verdicts—the cost of which businesses pass on to consumers.
After Approval In Ga., Tort Reform Advances In Texas And S.C.
Governors and state lawmakers spend a lot of time focusing on legislation that will improve tax and regulatory climates, understandably so. But — as is now on display in Georgia, South Carolina, Texas, and elsewhere — governors and lawmakers are also focused on the ways in which their state’s legal climate is another significant driver of the cost of living and doing business
Lawsuits Take Toll On Texas: Texans pay $1,725 more for goods and services every year in a lawsuit tax- higher than national average
Texans pay an average of $1,725 more for goods and services every year as the cost of lawsuits and massive court awards are passed on to consumers.
Founding Members of Lone Star Economic Alliance Hail Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick for Including SB 30, SB 39 Among Priority Bills for 2025 Legislative Session
Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR), the Texas Trucking Association (TXTA) and the Texas Food and Fuel Association (TFFA) released the following statement today upon Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s announcement of the second round of his top 40 priority bills for the 89th regular legislative session
Report: Lawsuits cost Texans $38 billion a year
The financial impact of tort lawsuits on Texas households cost $38 billion in 2022, according to a new report by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The report cites tort costs ranging from expenses associated with litigation, to compensation paid to claimants, and administrative costs to process claims as examples of costs impacting Texans and the state economy.
U.S. Chamber: Legal Reform Essential to Reduce Costs for Texas Families
A new report by the U.S. Chamber found that Texans are paying an extra $4,594 per Texas household due to court costs and insurance hikes. LSEA calls on Legislature to restore fairness and transparency.
The Burden of Lawsuit Costs on Texas Households Continues to Rise
The financial impact of tort lawsuit costs on Texas households is becoming increasingly burdensome. Tort costs, which include the expenses associated with litigation, compensation to claimants, and the administrative costs of processing claims, represent a significant and growing weight on the state’s economy.
Most Americans support limits on lawyer ads and high jury awards
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) and Munich Reinsurance America, Inc (Munich Re US) released survey findings on consumer perceptions of certain legal tactics used in civil litigation.
New Alliance to Stop Rising Transportation Insurance Costs
Businesses in the Rio Grande Valley are struggling to find insurance coverage due to the rise in lawsuit abuse.
Lawsuit reform is The Texas Trucking Association’s top issue this legislative session
The Texas Trucking Association named tort reform as its top agenda item for the 89th Legislative Session.
Texas Small Businesses Issue 2025 Top Legislative Priorities
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Texas’ leading small business advocacy organization, included lawsuit abuse in its 2025 Top Legislative Priorities.
Jenkins: Lawsuit Abuse is Driving Up Costs for All of Us
Small businesses and consumers pay a big price due to lawsuit abuse says Bobby Jenkins, president and CEO of ABC Home & Commercial Services in Austin.
Small business is the heart of Texas’ economy. Overregulation is the heart attack
Dallas Morning News published an editorial applauding Governor Greg Abbott’s new Small Business Freedom Council.
The U.S. Lawsuit System Costs America’s Small Businesses $160 Billion
America’s small businesses shoulder the skyrocketing commercial liability costs of our lawsuit system—bearing $160 billion of the total price tag in 2021.
Oil and gas companies struggle with rising insurance costs, coverage issues
Oil and natural gas companies are facing several issues as they seek insurance coverage.