Legal Inequality: A Public Opinion Survey

A recent Equal Justice Works survey reveals that 79% of Americans view the justice system as unfair, with many believing that outcomes are heavily biased toward specific races and higher income levels. Additionally, the report highlights a dangerous "confidence gap" and widespread public confusion, such as the mistaken belief that court-appointed attorneys are provided for civil cases like discrimination. Read more about this survey at the ABA Journal or access the complete report.

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