Editor's Note: This is the fifth installment of a multi-part series examining the factors affecting the rise in nuclear verdicts across the insurance and legal industries, and is published in conjunction with our sister publications on ALM's Law.com websites. 

Litigation funding is a rising point of contention, as the legal community grapples with the rapidly growing industry. While opponents of the industry claim it promotes frivolous lawsuits and has predatory behavior toward consumers, advocates argue it evens the playing field.

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Emily Cousins

I'm a litigation reporter for Connecticut Law Tribune, covering litigation wins, verdict news, settlements, interesting cases, etc. Contact me with tips at [email protected].