Which of the Following Would Be the Most Likely Effect

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be the most likely effect of a 75 percent tax on punitive awards by juries?

• A) An increase in the number of lawsuits asking for punitive damages
• B) A decrease in the number of cases settled out of court
• C) An increase in the incentive for plaintiffs to pursue legal action against individuals or businesses who have caused injury due to gross negligence
• D) An increase in pretrial settlements since plaintiffs are willing to accept lower settlement amounts that are not taxed

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