An Act relative to controlling and abusive litigation
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to address what its proponents describe as ‘abusive litigation’ in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish a process for reviewing and potentially limiting lawsuits that are deemed to be filed in bad faith or with the primary purpose of harassment. The bill intends to provide a mechanism for courts to address these types of lawsuits and prevent unnecessary legal costs and burdens on individuals and businesses.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for reviewing lawsuits deemed ‘abusive’.
- Allows courts to issue orders limiting litigation activity.
- May include provisions related to attorney fees in cases of abusive litigation.
- Could establish guidelines for determining when a lawsuit is considered abusive.
- Potentially addresses frivolous lawsuits and those filed without a legitimate basis.
Who is affected
- Litigants
- Attorneys
- Courts
- Businesses
- Individuals
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a framework for addressing lawsuits perceived as abusive.
- It may provide a new avenue for challenging lawsuits that are considered excessive or without merit.
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Sponsors
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38 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
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