GA News News Gazette

A. B. Bamburg News


Georgia Association of Manufacturers CEO: Tort reform is 'needed to strengthen our economy and make Georgia more competitive'

Lloyd Avram, CEO of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers, has emphasized the necessity of tort reform to bolster Georgia's economy and maintain its competitive edge.


Georgia tort costs among the highest in the nation at $5,050 per household

The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform has reported that Georgia's tort costs are among the highest in the United States, with each household bearing an average of $5,050 in expenses related to lawsuits.


Founder of Bennett Law: Senate Bill 68 is a 'pro-business, pro-consumer reform'

Brittany Bennett, founder of Bennett Law and Mediation Services LLC, said that Georgia Senate Bill 68 is a pro-business and pro-consumer reform crucial for maintaining Georgia's status as a competitive business hub.


State director of NFIB: ‘Gov. Kemp’s tort reform package is one of NFIB’s top priorities this session’

Hunter Loggins, the state director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), has identified Governor Brian Kemp's tort reform package as a top priority for the organization this legislative session.


ATRA president: Tort reform is needed to maintain Georgia’s status as 'the best place in the country to run a business’

Tiger Joyce, president of the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), announced that the organization is urging the Georgia House to pass tort reform aimed at addressing punitive and unethical verdicts in the state.


ATRA supports reforms targeting phantom damages and jury anchoring in Georgia

The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced that Georgia's Senate Bill 68 aims to restore fairness in the state's civil justice system by reforming litigation practices such as phantom damages and jury anchoring.


State Sen. Kennedy: Tort reform reduces 'excessive litigation that is driving up costs for healthcare providers, job creators, and consumers'

State Senator John F. Kennedy, President Pro Tempore for Georgia's Senate District 18, emphasized the importance of Senate Bill 68 in addressing excessive litigation that he says is increasing costs and impacting small businesses and healthcare...


Uber expands insurance reform push with new ads in Georgia

Uber Technologies Inc. announced the launch of an advertising campaign in Georgia to address high rideshare insurance costs and advocate for policy changes.


Georgians for Lawsuit Reform backs Gov. Kemp’s plan to curb legal and consumer costs

Georgians for Lawsuit Reform (GLR) announced that Governor Brian Kemp's proposed tort reform legislation is expected to reduce legal expenses and lower costs for businesses and consumers.