Assertion: tort reform | /r/CapableOf | prevent large corporations
Facets:
value: by providing an incentive
type: MANNER
value: from using litigation
type: TRANSITIVE-OBJECT
Source sentences:
text: In response, a number of tort reform supporters argue that that criticism is not a reason to oppose tort reform; such abuse would be deterred by proposed tort reforms such as "loser pays," which would prevent large corporations from using litigation as a cudgel against individuals and small businesses who cannot afford to defend themselves in court by providing an incentive for law firms to provide contingent defense.[citation needed]