GMTA’s campaign to stop lawsuit abuse raises question: ‘What is Wrong with Georgia?’

Assistant Professor Adam D. Orford recently published an article titled "Blue Carbon Law" in the 13:1 issue of the Sea Grant Law & Policy Journal. The publication date of the article was in 2024, and it was a notable contribution to the field of environmental law.Orford's work focuses on the legal aspects of blue carbon, a term used to describe the carbon captured by the world's oceans and coastal ecosystems. The article delves into the legal frameworks surrounding blue carbon and its implications for environmental policy.In a statement regarding his publication,...

Three Mercer University alumni are making strides in the Georgia General Assembly, demonstrating their commitment to effecting positive change. Rep. Soo Hong, the first woman of Korean descent to serve in the House, highlighted the importance of hard work and determination instilled in her by her immigrant parents. She emphasized the value of helping those in need and sponsoring legislation to support women, minorities, and veterans.House Majority Leader Rep. Chuck Efstration has built a reputation for advocating for the voiceless and vulnerable by sponsoring legislation...

Clinical Assistant Professor & Criminal Defense Practicum Director Elizabeth Taxel was featured in The Current regarding the reexamination of criminal cases after widespread police and prosecutorial misconduct was discovered in Glynn County, Georgia. The article titled "In Brunswick, drug cops were convicted. A prosecutor was indicted. But hundreds of people caught in their maw are forgotten." was written by Caitlin Philippo and published 4/22/24.Taxel's remarks in the article shed light on the importance of revisiting cases tainted by corruption, stating, "There are...

Clinical Assistant Professor & Prosecutorial Justice Program Director Melissa D. Redmon was featured on PolitiFact regarding the Manhattan district attorney's investigation into Trump's business records. Redmon's insights were included in an article titled "Trump says business records case about hush money is a 'Biden trial.' It's a Manhattan trial" written by Amy Sherman and published on April 19, 2024. The article was reprinted by other media outlets.

Alabama has been at the forefront of holding companies accountable for their role in the opioid crisis, with the state securing over $728 million in settlements from healthcare and drug companies. The settlements have provided a significant boost in the battle against opioids, although the fight is far from over.The breakdown of the settlements reveals the financial impact on various companies involved:- McKinsey: $9,229,422- Allergan: $34,040,657- Walmart: $38,700,000- Teva: $57,138,934- Johnson & Johnson: $70,329,014- CVS: $75,581,592- Walgreens: $82,187,066-...

Beasley Allen has initiated a class action lawsuit against telecommunications giant AT&T on behalf of customers affected by a recent cyberattack and consequent data breach. The lawsuit represents Scott Mathews and potentially thousands of other AT&T customers who have had their personal information compromised.The breach, which came to light around March 31, when AT&T began notifying affected customers of a “security incident,” has raised concerns about AT&T’s security measures and their effectiveness in protecting customer data. Plaintiffs argue that AT&T’s negligence...

Four individuals have been sentenced for their involvement in a firearms trafficking ring that operated in the metro Atlanta area, smuggling guns to the Dominican Republic. U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan emphasized the commitment to disrupting illegal firearm flows, stating, "Firearms traffickers present an immediate danger to communities within and outside our district." Assistant Special Agent in Charge Alicia Jones highlighted the importance of investigating and bringing firearms traffickers to justice swiftly, stating, "This is an excellent example of such an...

Craig Allen, executive officer of C.M. Allen Capital Management, Inc., has been indicted on charges related to a multi-million-dollar fraud scheme that defrauded investors nationwide, as reported by U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan and FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Keri Farley.Buchanan stated, “Allen abused his clients’ trust by allegedly stealing millions of dollars to support his lavish lifestyle. The defendant deceived and falsified documents to conceal his thefts to provide his investors with a false sense of financial security. We will continue to prosecute...

The recent sentencing of Justin Daniels for filing false tax returns in connection with his dog-brokering business has sent a strong message to those who seek to exploit the tax system for personal gain.U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan expressed, “Rather than pay his fair share of taxes, Daniels spent years submitting fraudulent returns in the name of personal greed. This office will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to pursue and prosecute those who exploit our tax system at the expense of law-abiding taxpayers.”Assistant Special Agent in Charge, IRS...

District Attorney Keith Higgins announced that Sedrick Deshawn Pearman, 35, of Brunswick, GA, has been convicted of multiple crimes, including Giving False Information to a Law Enforcement Officer, Obstruction of an Officer, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. The conviction came after a trial where evidence was presented regarding an incident involving Pearman on April 3, 2021.The trial revealed that Glynn County Police Department Officer Troy Bergiadis observed a vehicle with suspicious driving behavior, leading him to investigate the occupants. Pearman, a...