Harvard Law Economist Talks Tailored Litigation

When both parties feel they may win, but the risks are high, they should consider tailored litigation – trials with an agreement on the ceiling and floor for the plaintiff’s recovery – says Harvard Law School Economist Kathryn Spier. On the other hand, Spier tells the Harvard Law Review, “If this drives more people to the court system, the fact that our taxpayer dollars are paying for that could be a bad thing from a public policy perspective.” More on tailored litigation pros and cons, and a discussion of Spier’s unique role at Harvard Law.