Regulation_through_litigation
Regulation through litigation refers to changes in society (particularly those that affect industries) brought about by litigation, rather than legislation or self-regulation.
The examples and perspective in this article deal primarily with the United States and do not represent a worldwide view of the subject. (August 2021) |
Some laws have "private attorney general" provisions that permit individuals to file suit in court to vindicate important rights. Many laws for addressing consumer protection, civil rights and employment discrimination provide incentives for the private enforcement of laws by allowing the prevailing party to recover a reasonable attorney's fee.
Regulation through litigation may at times overlap with judicial activism.