Unfortunately, the result is a backdoor attack on the Legislature’s attempt to limit frivolous and expensive litigation and to improve our business climate. It is interesting to note the two dissenting justices — reviewing the exact same facts and legal theories as the majority — reached the opposite conclusion. This is significant. Judicial philosophy is […]
Fred Morgan
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Judicious info for voters
We should remember that our current system of judicial retention was adopted by Oklahomans in response to attorney bribery scandals involving the state Supreme Court. Oklahomans overwhelmingly voted to restore the integrity of the court through accountability by judicial retention elections. Since then, no justice or judge up for retention has been defeated, despite countless […]
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Counterpoint: ‘Fear stifles innovation’
Reforms to our legal system are needed to help create a consistent and fair business environment for Oklahoma. And, contrary to the self-serving statements from the trial lawyers, Oklahomans with legitimate cases will not be denied his or her day in court as a result of these reforms. Some facts on medical lawsuits alone: —Too […]