Jurisdiction, Venue, and Forum
Venue and Forum
The term originated in tort reform advocacy identifying venues with high verdicts, permissive procedural rulings, and consolidated mass tort dockets. Designations are published annually by advocacy organizations.
The characterization is contested.
Alternative Names:
Plaintiff-Friendly Jurisdiction|Adverse Venue
Why it Matters?
Verdict data supports venue assessment better than advocacy designations, since published rankings reflect the compiling organization's positions and courts give them no weight. Jury verdict research for the specific venue and case type produces the analysis that actually informs evaluation. Using the term itself in filings or with clients invites the response that the assessment reflects advocacy rather than data.
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Frequently asked questions
Do courts give weight to hellhole designations?
What supports venue assessment?
