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Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz provided his insights on state taxes in Florida in an article published by Newsweek.

First Amendment Clinic argues Sullivan v. Prospero in Eleventh Circuit

The First Amendment Clinic has presented arguments in the case of Sullivan v. Prospero before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

Professor Diane Amann discusses Indigenous schooling at international law workshop

Diane Marie Amann, a Regents' Professor of International Law and Woodruff Chair in International Law, delivered a presentation titled “Child-Taking Justice and Forced Residential Schooling of Indigenous Americans” during an online workshop.

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Civil Lawsuits

Assistant Professor Harpaz gives insights in Newsweek article on Florida taxes

Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz provided his insights on state taxes in Florida in an article published by Newsweek.

First Amendment Clinic argues Sullivan v. Prospero in Eleventh Circuit

The First Amendment Clinic has presented arguments in the case of Sullivan v. Prospero before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

Professor Diane Amann discusses Indigenous schooling at international law workshop

Diane Marie Amann, a Regents' Professor of International Law and Woodruff Chair in International Law, delivered a presentation titled “Child-Taking Justice and Forced Residential Schooling of Indigenous Americans” during an online workshop.

Pamela Foohey explores bankruptcy law and social debt in new article

Pamela Foohey, a professor and distinguished scholar, has announced the publication of a new article titled "The End(s) of Bankruptcy Exceptionalism: Purdue Pharma and the Problem of Social Debt."

Bruner speaks on stakeholder corporate governance potential in US

Christopher M. Bruner, the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, shared insights on "Potential for Stakeholder Corporate Governance in the United States" in a March seminar.

Attorney Complaints

Phenix City has reached a $1.25 million settlement with Master Meter, Inc. and Empire Pipe and Supply Company following issues related to faulty water meters that led to billing inaccuracies.

7.2 million settlement reached after fatal machinery accident

On March 9, 2021, a tragic incident occurred at a food processing facility in Montgomery, Alabama.

Concerns rise over health risks associated with ultra-processed foods

In today's fast-paced world, convenience often takes precedence over nutrition.

Appellate Courts

Fentanyl bust in Sandy Springs leads to federal charges against Antwuan Brown

Antwuan Brown, a resident of Alpharetta, Georgia, appeared before United States Magistrate Judge Linda T. Walker, charged with possession and intent to distribute fentanyl.

Conyers man sentenced to life for murder and assault

A Conyers man, Clinton Eric Johnson, has been sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole after being convicted of shooting his girlfriend and killing another man during the incident.

Eleventh Circuit invites comment on proposed rule amendments

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit is seeking public input on proposed changes to its local rules.

DeKalb court to handle case against teen in MARTA driver's death

The DeKalb County Juvenile Court will prosecute the case against a 16-year-old charged with the murder of a MARTA bus driver.

State Legislature

The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced that lawmakers in Georgia have approved a significant tort reform bill addressing phantom damages and premises liability.
Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure intended to address the state’s designation as a "Judicial Hellhole," sending it to Governor Brian Kemp for signature.
John F. Kennedy, a State Senator for Georgia, announced the passage of Senate Bill 68 in the Georgia Senate as a significant step in advancing tort reform efforts aimed at supporting job creators, families, and consumers.