Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released another “Court Watch” primer on Monday detailing where the Wisconsin Supreme Court was and could be headed on civil law reform. The primer outlines how Wisconsin’s economy and business climate depends on its civil litigation environment, and how reverting to the past will put Wisconsin businesses on notice.
WHY IT MATTERS: A strong Wisconsin economy depends on a fair, efficient, predictable legal system that prevents a “jackpot justice” approach to civil law. Wisconsin was once known as “Alabama North,” a tort hellhole for employers and a haven for trial lawyers looking to make a quick fortune. Under Governor Scott Walker, the State adopted a number of laws that better balanced the civil legal system with common-sense reforms that incorporated many principles of law from the federal courts.
THE QUOTE:
“Reverting to the past will make Wisconsin ‘Alabama North’ once again. Wisconsin’s economic well-being depends on the courts more than some employers and business owners realize,” said Jake Curtis, General Counsel and Director of IRG’s CIO. “Many reforms signed by Gov. Walker are at risk of being terminated by future Supreme Court action, and businesses must take note.”
WHAT’S NEXT: State courts impact everyday Wisconsinites’ lives and IRG’s new Court Watch initiative will lead in educating on the importance of the judicial branch.