There is some interesting research somewhat related to this when it comes to the regulation in Delaware. As you know, a lot of large US companies register there. Case law is plentiful so it's legal situation is clear.
However, when researchers look at the effects︀ of the regulatory setup in Delaware, it has drifted over time to be more and︁ more complex for no reason other than extracting more and more lawyer and accounting fees︂ from the companies. The government in Delaware, lawyers and accountants all are aligned in the︃ pursuit of more clarity in case law, but also more complexity in the regulation.
So in Delaware, you have great case law, but it's complex and expensive. This is perfect︄ for big business, but disastrous for small business.
