University of Wisconsin–Madison

Civil Justice in the United States: How Citizen Access to the Courts Is Essential to a Fair Economy

Type Fact Sheet or Infographic
Year 2018
Level City or Town, City or Town, County, Other Boards and Agencies
State(s) All States
Policy Areas Civil Rights, Democracy & Governance, Economic Justice
Civil Courts act as a "great equalizer" for disadvantaged communities facing growing inequality, complex risks, and weakened regulations. This infographic illustrates four case studies on how individuals and communities have sought justice through the courts against powerful corporations. It highlights eroded access due to corporate influence and urges prioritizing citizen access to restore meaningful justice.

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