Can Blockchain Make Lawsuits Obsolete?

Most legal disputes are long, expensive, and soul-crushing. If you’ve ever dealt with one, you know the drill — lawyers draining your bank account, endless paperwork, and a legal system that moves at the pace of a sloth on tranquillisers.

But what if the future of justice isn’t in courtrooms — but on the blockchain?

A world where smart contracts enforce agreements instantly. Where DAOs (Decentralised Autonomous Organisations) replace traditional judges. Where legal battles aren’t dragged out for years, but settled in minutes.

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Sounds like sci-fi? It’s already happening.

And it’s flipping everything we know about legal disputes on its head.

The Broken System: Why Legal Disputes Are a Nightmare

Here’s the hard truth: The legal system isn’t built for speed — or fairness.

· It’s expensive. Lawyers charge $200+ an hour. Even basic disputes can cost thousands.

· It’s slow. A simple contract breach can take months to resolve.