Backup Quote by Ralph Nader
“The civil justice system is a backup system when the criminal justice system fails.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Consumer Advocacy Conference, 1995
The civil justice system serves as a fallback when criminal courts cannot address harms.
In simple terms: Civil courts act as a safety net.
Support and strengthen civil remedies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product liability
- environmental harm
- civil rights violations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms could make civil justice more efficient?
- How can individuals better navigate civil legal options?
Civil suits can be costly and slow.