My colleague Rick Shapiro published an article on the vanishing trial by jury. There are many reasons jury trials are becoming so rare – use of alternative dispute resolutions and settlements, for example. However, there is also a growing number of claims being squashed by judges when they make a “summary judgment.” These judgments take the power away from juries and put it in the hands of judges. To learn more, check out this article…
Its Official: The Death of Injury Trial By Jury In America