Thats what they do over the other side of the pond. The problem with that of course lies in political influence. What you see in environmental suits where the threat of counter suit chills the excersize of legal rights for the poor. A frivolous suit penalty means you are held hostage to the interpretation of the suit by the prevailing political power holding the judgeship. Our system works the best in the world at giving the little guy his fair shot. As a process server I see many favors dished out; so believe me this stuff does go on. Sorry to jump on the soapbox but I just can't shake that sympathy for the underdog. My wife is an NP and my brother is a cardiologist. What goes on in hospitals if you knew would chill your bones. The only thing keeping them slightly honest is the threat of lawsuits.