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America's civil justice system is the world's most expensive justice system and our nation's legal system is in crisis. The cost is taking a toll on everyone; American employers, consumers and working families are footing this hefty bill for lawsuit abuse. Learn more about this crisis in documented news stories, press releases and ILR- sponsored events.

Press Releases 2000

• Chamber Wins Free Speech Case
  November 6, 2000
• Chamber Blasts Senate Commerce Bill Criminalizing Product Liability Laws
  September 25, 2000
• Chamber Applauds Milwaukee Council for Deciding Against Lead Paint Suit
  September 6, 2000
• Chamber Sues Milwaukee for Stonewalling Lead Paint Records Request
  August 16, 2000
• Chamber of Commerce Seeks Information About Milwaukee's Culpability on Lead Paint
  July 21, 2000
• Chamber Calls Florida Verdict Obscene
  July 14, 2000
• Anti-Arbitration Bill Sets Dangerous Precedent, Warns U.S. Chamber of Commerce
  June 8, 2000
• Chamber Supports House Judiciary Committee Asbestos Litigation Reform Bill
  March 16, 2000
• Chamber Supports Keeping Binding Arbitration Current System Works to Settle Disputes Fairly
  March 1, 2000
• Chamber Says Product Liability Bill Restores Legal Fairness, Protects Small Business
  February 16, 2000
• Chamber Advocates Expanding Health Care Coverage Instead of Expanding Liability
  February 10, 2000
• Chamber Calls Trial Lawyer Political Contributions a Wake-Up Call for Business
  January 24, 2000
• Chamber Urges Review of Illinois Class Action Suit
  January 24, 2000

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