Re cross rating...maybe we are only of a few on here on a Friday night?

My experience working in law (no not an attny) and related fields is the poor can get represented, but usually if not given pro bono work from some fledgling attorney or firm, they have to be REALLY injured in some way, other wise both the adversarial and their own attorney will push for a quick settlement.

The legal system is pretty good.  We do over litigate.  I do think the losing side ought to bear the burden of court costs to reduce frivolous lawsuits. On the other hand corporations and their teams of attorneys ought to be limited in the amount of discovery they can pile on the small plaintiff, again often forcing early settlement. Lastly, I think all states should be auto no-fault/PIP.  Personal injury and auto accident injury claims are just a mess.

That's my two cents.