West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse

West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (WV CALA) is a non-profit, non-partisan citizen watchdog group committed to equal justice for all West Virginians.

West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (WV CALA) is a non-profit citizen watchdog group committed to equal justice for all West Virginians. WV CALA has been fighting lawsuit abuse in the state for more than 10 years, and our organization now has more than 30,000 members located in every county throughout the state. WV CALA helps educate the public of the role that our legal system plays in o

WV CALA has roundtable discussions on legal reform, releases updated Dirty Dozen list 08/28/2024

Check out the latest article in the WV Record on lawsuit abuse!

“WV CALA Executive Director Greg Thomas says West Virginia had one of the most unfair legal systems in the nation for decades. Fewer West Virginians were working than in any other state in the nation, and the Mountain State was on the Judicial Hellhole list for 11 consecutive years and was 50th in the litigation fairness survey. WV CALA Executive Director Greg Thomas says West Virginia had one of the most unfair legal systems in the nation for decades. Fewer West Virginians were working than in any other state in the nation, and the Mountain State was on the Judicial Hellhole list for 11 consecutive years and was 50th in the litigation fairness survey.”

WV CALA has roundtable discussions on legal reform, releases updated Dirty Dozen list CHARLESTON – A statewide legal reform group recently held two roundtable discussions on legal reform in Kanawha and Cabell counties.

Photos from West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse's post 08/26/2024

West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse recently held two roundtable discussions on legal reform in Kanawha and Cabell counties. Elected officials, job creators, and healthcare providers met to discuss the progress made regarding legal reform over the last decade and the steps needed to take further improve our state’s legal climate.

Thank you, Dr. Tom Takubo, WV State Senate and Vicki Dunn-Marshall Dionne for your continued support of legal reform in WV.

Tort reform group slams 'referral fee' for W. Va. opioid lawyer, hopes lawmakers will investigate 06/03/2024

ICYMI: HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (Legal Newsline) - A West Virginia tort reform organization is calling on lawmakers to investigate $141 million in fees being distributed to private lawyers involved in government opioid lawsuits after one attorney sued to collect referral fees for connecting lawyers with municipal officials.

https://legalnewsline.com/stories/660222299-tort-reform-group-slams-referral-fee-for-w-va-opioid-lawyer-hopes-lawmakers-will-investigate

Tort reform group slams 'referral fee' for W. Va. opioid lawyer, hopes lawmakers will investigate HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (Legal Newsline) - A West Virginia tort reform organization is calling on lawmakers to investigate $141 million in fees being distributed to private lawyers involved in government opioid lawsuits after one attorney sued to collect referral fees for connecting lawyers with municipal...

WV CALA issues its 'Dirty Dozen' list of candidates with most money from trial attorneys 05/01/2024

ICYMI: WV CALA issues its 'Dirty Dozen' list of candidates with most money from trial attorneys

WV CALA issues its 'Dirty Dozen' list of candidates with most money from trial attorneys CHARLESTON – A statewide conservative legal reform group has issued its list of political candidates whose campaigns have accepted the most money from personal injury attorneys.

04/12/2024

Attention West Virginia! Our local businesses are facing a crisis. The current legal climate exposes them to excessive lawsuits, harming everything from their day-to-day operations to their growth opportunities. We call upon our Governor and legislators to safeguard our local economy and job creators. It's crucial for the prosperity of our communities.

WV CALA critical of two judges for campaign donations from trial attorneys 04/09/2024

WV CALA critical of two judges for campaign donations from trial attorneys

WV CALA critical of two judges for campaign donations from trial attorneys

03/29/2024

In West Virginia, the burden of regulatory and legal challenges is placing our entrepreneurs and small businesses in jeopardy. It's essential that we push for significant legal reforms to empower them to operate without the constant fear of debilitating legal battles. Let's prioritize the health of our state's economic backbone!

Legal reform watchers call legislative session a success 03/25/2024

West Virginia Record: Legal reform watchers call legislative session a success

“We are relatively pleased with the session, and we appreciate the legislators who worked with us on these and other bills, including the lawmakers who helped us come up with compromises on some legislation,” said Greg Thomas with West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse. “We look forward to continue working with legislators and to have even more successful sessions next year and in the future.”

Legal reform watchers call legislative session a success CHARLESTON – While many have complained about the lack of results in the recently completed legislative session, a few legal reform bills were passed.

03/15/2024

Third-party litigation funding (TPLF) continues to be a pervasive issue in West Virginia. TPLF is a practice where deep-pocketed investors buy into the potential outcome of lawsuits. This practice fundamentally erodes the integrity of our legal system. Join WV CALA in calling on our lawmakers to eliminate this harmful practice and create a more just legal environment for all.

03/09/2024

Senator Mark R. Maynard has always been a strong proponent of legal reform in West Virginia, and we appreciate his efforts to promote common sense liability limits on outdoor recreation activities that are vital to our tourism economy in West Virginia

02/27/2024

Thank you Senator Craig Blair for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/27/2024

Thank you Senator Eric Nelson Jr. for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/27/2024

Thank you Senator Jack David Woodrum for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/27/2024

Thank you Senator Mike Maroney for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/27/2024

Thank you Senator Amy Nichole Grady for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/23/2024

Your Voice Matters: Join WV CALA Today!

West Virginia's future prosperity depends on our communities standing up against lawsuit abuse. CALA is on the frontline, working to safeguard our small businesses and ensure a fair legal environment for all.

YOUR involvement and support can make a HUGE difference.

Stand with us as we strive to get reforms that prevent legal exploitation and promote economic resilience. Join WV CALA and be a force for positive change in our beloved state.

02/23/2024

Thank you Senator Patrick Martin for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/23/2024

Thank you Senator Dr. Tom Takubo, for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/23/2024

Thank you Senator Jay Taylor for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/23/2024

Thank you Senator Mike Azinger for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/23/2024

Thank you Senator Ryan Weld for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/23/2024

Thank you Senator Vince Deeds for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/23/2024

Thank you Senator Mark R. Maynard for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/15/2024

Thank you Senator Charlie Clements for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/15/2024

Thank you Senator Rollan A. Roberts for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/15/2024

Thank you Senator Rupie Phillips for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

02/15/2024

Thank you Senator Chandler Swope for voting for SB 583, which helps prevent nuclear verdicts in trucking lawsuits in West Virginia—a good pro-jobs bill.

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