Why did courts often side with businesses?

Courts often sided with businesses due to the prevailing legal philosophy that prioritized economic growth and property rights. Judges tended to view businesses as essential for economic development and job creation, leading to a bias in favor of corporate interests. Additionally, many legal frameworks, such as contract law, inherently favored established businesses, reinforcing their ability to protect profits and operations. This tendency was often exacerbated by the influence of powerful business lobbies and the broader societal belief in capitalism.