Reports find litigation in auto insurance claims escalates in Georgia amid rising costs

Auto insurance in Georgia has become increasingly expensive, with recent reports highlighting a notable rise in costs and litigation.

Florida broker admits guilt in $6 million bank fraud case

Heleonel Gonzalez, a Florida insurance broker, has admitted to bank fraud in connection with a $6 million scheme targeting Peach State Federal Credit Union. U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan stated, "Gonzalez devised a lucrative scheme cloaked in...

Hellerstein addresses OECD on VAT/GST treatment for crypto-assets

Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, Walter Hellerstein, participated in a presentation on emerging policy options concerning the VAT/GST treatment of crypto-assets trade.

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Civil Lawsuits

Hellerstein addresses OECD on VAT/GST treatment for crypto-assets

Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, Walter Hellerstein, participated in a presentation on emerging policy options concerning the VAT/GST treatment of crypto-assets trade.

Crisis Line & Safe House expands efforts against violence with new initiatives

For the staff at Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia, their work transcends a typical job.

Elizabeth Chamblee Burch discusses J&J talc litigation on Bloomberg Law Radio

Callaway Chair Elizabeth Chamblee Burch recently appeared on Bloomberg Law Radio to discuss Johnson & Johnson's talc litigation.

Troup County legal clinic serves over 40 residents with free advice

For the second year, the University of Georgia School of Law took part in a legal pop-up clinic in Troup County.

UGA students triumph at National Moot Court regional competition

The University of Georgia (UGA) has emerged victorious in the regional round of the National Moot Court Competition, which took place recently in Atlanta.

Attorney Complaints

Lawyers from Beasley Allen and Blood Hurst & O’Reardon have initiated a class action lawsuit against Toyota Motor North America, Inc. and Toyota Motor Sales, Inc. This legal action has been filed in the Federal District Court for the Central...

Camp Lejeune litigation focuses on proving water contamination link

Beasley Allen is leading the legal efforts in the Camp Lejeune litigation, having filed numerous administrative claims for individuals who developed cancer or other health issues after being at Camp Lejeune.

Lawsuit filed over defective fire truck cargo tray leading to severe injury

Recently, Beasley Allen, a law firm committed to justice for those injured by defective products, filed a lawsuit in Georgia Federal Court.

Appellate Courts

Florida broker admits guilt in $6 million bank fraud case

Heleonel Gonzalez, a Florida insurance broker, has admitted to bank fraud in connection with a $6 million scheme targeting Peach State Federal Credit Union. U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan stated, "Gonzalez devised a lucrative scheme cloaked in...

Court completes maintenance on CM/ECF system; public access restored

The necessary maintenance on the case management and electronic files (CM/ECF) system has been finalized.

Halfway house employee charged with sexual assault against federal inmate

A former employee of a residential halfway house in Atlanta, Tristan Cox, 33, appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Justin S. Anand on November 13, 2024.

Final defendant convicted in Augusta-area meth-trafficking case

The final defendant in a drug trafficking operation in the Augusta area has been found guilty.

State Legislature

Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones expressed his appreciation for the efforts of Governor Brian Kemp and other legislators in working towards implementing "sensible lawsuit reform" to support the state's business community. This statement was made on August 22.
Proponents of tort reform argue that members of the Georgia State Legislature, who also actively practice law, may influence policy in favor of the trial bar at the expense of Georgia businesses and consumers.
Georgia drivers are facing a sharp increase in auto insurance premiums, with the state now ranking among the top five in the nation for the highest rates.