APCIA Supports a Uniform Federal Rule to End Secret Third-Party Litigation Funding

WASHINGTON - The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) issued the following statement supporting efforts led by Lawyers for Civil Justice (LCJ) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) to establish a uniform federal rule requiring disclosure of third-party litigation funding in federal courts. The following statement may be attributed to Stef Zielezienski, APCIA's executive vice president and chief legal officer.

"APCIA strongly supports the effort led by Lawyers for Civil Justice and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform to establish a national, uniform federal rule requiring disclosure of third-party litigation funding in federal courts. Transparency about who has a financial stake in litigation is essential to fairness, accountability, and the effective administration of justice.

"When outside funders can influence litigation and settlement decisions without disclosure, it undermines trust in the legal system and creates uncertainty for courts, litigants, and consumers alike. A clear, consistent disclosure rule will help ensure judges and parties know who is truly 'in the courtroom,' identify potential conflicts of interest, and manage cases more efficiently.

"APCIA supports common sense transparency reforms, like the LCJ and ILR proposal. This is a critical step toward restoring balance in the civil justice system and protecting consumers from the rising costs driven by abusive litigation practices."

Read the LCJ and ILR comment letter here .