Discovery Quote by Thomas Hardiman
“If I were able to do something unilaterally, I would probably institute a new federal rule that said all cases worth less than $500,000 would be tried without any discovery.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Judicial Interview, 2023
The speaker suggests a rule to streamline small cases by eliminating discovery, aiming to save time and resources.
In simple terms: Propose faster trials for low‑value cases.
Key Takeaway
Consider efficiency vs. fairness.
Themes
legal reform
efficiency
justice
procedural law
Mood
pragmatic
critical
Type
policy
judicial.
When to use this quote
- small claims courts
- civil litigation
- budget constraints
- case backlog
Key Concepts
civil procedure
access to justice
court management
Questions to Reflect On
- Is speed more important than full fact‑finding?
- How protect protect disadvantaged parties?
A Different Perspective
May reduce parties’ ability to gather evidence, risking unfair outcomes.
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