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The issue

A May 2016 ruling by the Oregon Supreme Court reversed the will of the voters and severely restricted the rights of people who have been harmed due to the negligent actions of others. Now there is a very low, arbitrary, one-size-fits-all cap on what a jury can decide is fair when holding wrongdoers accountable.

What it means

Oregonians’ right to a fair jury trial is at risk and almost all cases will no longer be decided based on the facts, on a case-by-case basis.

Who is affected

Any Oregonian who seeks justice. The severely injured, paralyzed, disfigured, or traumatized will face the harshest effects. Survivors of sexual abuse, elder abuse or other life-changing events causing long-term trauma will be impacted. The cap also impacts those who have suffered from discrimination or fraud.

We are calling for the legislature to:

  • Restore authority for juries to make decisions based on the facts
  • Restore accountability for private corporations and institutions
  • Restore the will of the voters
  • Restore justice for survivors

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