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Taxpayers Protection Alliance questions foreign investment in law firms

Taxpayers Protection Alliance has announced that while Washington is shut down, reformers are pushing to regulate third-party litigation funding, a system allowing foreign-backed firms to profit from U.S. lawsuits while avoiding taxes.


Social media strategist on foreign litigation funding: 'Third-party litigation funding is not federally regulated'

Chuck Callesto, a social media strategist with Operation Focus, has raised concerns about foreign investors allegedly financing U.S. lawsuits through unregulated third-party litigation funding, which he claims allows them to conceal their...


Protecting American Consumers Together warns lawsuit abuse is forcing small businesses to close

Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) has released a video that underscores the impact of lawsuit abuse by what it describes as "billboard attorneys" on small businesses.


Chamber of Progress criticizes Parking Advisors for alleged bias in vendor recommendations

Parking Advisors, a consulting firm in the parking industry, is facing criticism from the Chamber of Progress for allegedly engaging in self-dealing and providing biased recommendations to its clients.


Lawmakers Set Course for Next Bipartisan Surface Transportation Bill Ahead of 2026 Deadline

The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure says it will move to pass a bipartisan, multi-year surface transportation reauthorization before the current law runs out, a package that could also reopen debate on liability issues affecting modern mobility platforms.


Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure advances hearings on surface transportation reauthorization

The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure has announced hearings for the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization, with a particular focus on affordability and lawsuit reform.


Uber points to safety data amid scrutiny over misconduct response

Uber Technologies Inc. has announced its leadership in publishing data and making long-term safety investments, addressing reports that question its commitment to passenger safety.