Federal legislation that would afford trial lawyers a special tax break faces an uncertain future, says one of the chief lobbyists for the nation's trial lawyers.How about an amendment -- lawyers who lose their civil cases (or settle out of court) get executed immediately after the verdict.
“How about an amendment — lawyers who lose their civil cases (or settle out of court) get executed immediately after the verdict.”
It’s pretty tough already. Lawyers working on a contingency fee don’t get paid when they lose. Considering that it costs $20,000 and up to litigate even a small fender-bender, it’s a quick route to bankruptcy if you’re not winning your trials. That’s why I always advise people who are considering a lawsuit to get it evaluated by a lawyer who will take it on a contingency fee. That way you can be assured that you are getting an honest opinion of your chances of winning. Lawyers working hourly tend to encourage litigation.