First, the cost of litigation is just built into the price.

It set aside $81 million to cover possible litigation costs.

While successful, the costs of litigation to the health system are steadily growing, and stand at around £446m a year.

For example, in the software industry, litigation costs are twice the investment value.

Even without the costs of litigation, the Democratic plan would be a disaster for patients and their employers.

"Making that information widely known could have the effect of driving up litigation costs," she said.

The cost of litigation was one consideration for tenants, their leaders said.

Company officials said they agreed to a settlement because of rising litigation costs.

The decision was a green light for employers looking to avoid the costs and delay of litigation.

This estimate did not include the cost of litigation should victims bring suit against the organization.