Which of the following people would most likely be in favor of tort reform?
A) a parent whose child has elevated lead levels due from a toy made in China
B) a lawyer who just won a multimillion-dollar case on behalf of customers injured by defective curling irons
C) an advocate who is concerned about the ability of injured parties to be fairly compensated for their damages
D) an analyst who feels that the cost of litigation is driving up the cost of insurance
E) a consumer who wants to have easy access to file a lawsuit should he be injured by a faulty product

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An analyst who feels that the cost of litigation is driving up the cost of insurance would most likely support tort reform, which aims to reduce the number of lawsuits and the compensation awarded to injured parties in order to lower insurance premiums. Choice A, B, and E are unlikely to support tort reform since they are involved in or concerned about the ability to seek compensation for injuries. Choice C could go either way, depending on their stance on the current tort system.

Which of the Following People Would Most Likely Be in Favor