Yes, it's as you say, just a degree between "very very" expensive and "very" expensive - though at least there's the option of some free help in Spain and other countries.

I agree that big companies can do another lawsuit, and the stress and related complications is a huge factor as well :( .

I want legal reform for my country for different reasons (here lawsuits are a lot cheaper but stretch for a lifetime), but the U.S. seems to need a lot of reform as well.