The American Tort Reform Foundation (ATRF), established in 1997 and known for its influential Judicial Hellholes® program since 2002, is dedicated to promoting awareness of imbalances in the civil justice system across various jurisdictions. Each year, ATRF publishes detailed reports that scrutinize judicial conduct, identifying areas where judges enforce laws and court procedures in an unfair manner, often biasing outcomes against defendants in civil lawsuits.

The Judicial Hellholes® program sheds light on specific jurisdictions, including noteworthy courts like the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas and the New York City court system. Beyond mere documentation, ATRF also evaluates the legislative and executive influences over the judiciary, adapting its reporting into a year-round online format. By actively engaging the public and legal community, ATRF gathers firsthand accounts and conducts comprehensive research to enhance understanding of tort law and its societal impacts. Their mission ultimately strives for a fair and equitable civil justice landscape.