Business Litigation Is Hit By Federal Judge Shortage

The video discusses the impact of a shortage of judges on business litigation, highlighting that cases can take years to resolve due to 90 vacancies in the federal judiciary. Criminal cases are prioritized over business cases, leading to delays. The Senate, particularly under Mitch McConnell's leadership, has been slow in confirming judges, with political conventions further complicating the process. The situation may worsen as more judges retire and vacancies increase without new appointments.

What is one of the main reasons business litigation cases are delayed?

• Lack of interest from lawyers

• Shortage of judges

• Complexity of business laws

• High number of criminal cases

Who is primarily responsible for addressing the issue of judicial vacancies?

• State Governors

• Senate leadership

• The Supreme Court

• The President

How many judges were confirmed in the 114th Congress each year?

• About 15

• About 5

• About 20

• About 10

What unofficial rule affects judge confirmations during a presidential year?

• Judges from the opposition party are not confirmed

• Judges are confirmed only after elections

• All judges are confirmed before elections

• Judges are confirmed faster

What is the expected trend for judicial vacancies when the Senate reconvenes?

• More judges will be confirmed

• Judicial appointments will be expedited

• Vacancies will increase

• Vacancies will decrease