TORT REFORMBy Melanie Lawson

The U.S. Civil Justice System What is its purpose? History of Civil Litigation in the United

States.

The impact of excessive litigation Who is affected by excessive litigation? How are they affected? What is the result?

Tort Reforms Tort Reform enacted in Pennsylvania. The positive impact of Tort Reform in

Pennsylvania?

Additional Tort Reform Examples of Tort Reform in other

states. How Pennsylvania can benefit from

additional reform.

Other Considerations Ethical obligations of legal professionals. Professional responsibility of legal

professionals.