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A report from The Perryman Group found that excessive tort costs in Georgia result in an annual loss of $810 million, significantly impacting the state's fiscal health and economy.

University of Georgia delays opening due to weather conditions

The University of Georgia (UGA) has announced a delayed opening on Thursday, January 23, due to weather conditions.

Meixner publishes article in Indiana Law Journal

Assistant Professor John B. Meixner Jr. has published an article titled "Shocking Sentences" in the Indiana Law Journal.

C.R. Bard settles $17M lawsuit over alleged healthcare kickbacks

C.R. Bard, Inc., along with its affiliates Liberator Medical Supply, Inc., Liberator Holdings, and Rochester Medical Corporation, has agreed to a $17 million settlement over allegations of violating the False Claims Act.

Pain management doctor settles $3.5M case over false claims act allegations

Dr. Kamal Kabakibou and his medical practice, Kamal Kabakibou, M.D., P.C., known as "The Center for Pain Management," have agreed to a $3.5 million settlement with the United States.

Canadian sentenced for importing counterfeit Xanax into US via dark web

Arden McCann, a Canadian national, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for his involvement in an international narcotics distribution network operating over the dark web.

Atlanta and Newnan court divisions close due to weather

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced that its Atlanta and Newnan divisions will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

Investment professional receives seven-year sentence for defrauding millions through investment scheme

Craig Allen, an executive officer of C.M. Allen Capital Management, Inc., has been sentenced to over seven years in federal prison for his role in a fraudulent investment scheme.

Court closures in Brunswick and Savannah due to weather

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia has announced the closure of its Brunswick and Savannah offices on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

Amann discusses justice for indigenous peoples at Oxford workshop

Regents' Professor of International Law and Woodruff Chair in International Law, Diane Marie Amann, delivered a presentation titled “Child-Taking Justice and Forced Residential Schooling of Indigenous Peoples.” This presentation was part of the...

Study links heavy gaming to cognitive issues in children

In recent years, the growing prevalence of video games among children has sparked concerns regarding their impact on cognitive development.

Court delays in Atlanta and Newnan due to winter weather

On Thursday, January 23, 2025, the Atlanta and Newnan divisions of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia will delay opening by two hours due to recent wintry weather.

Atlanta and Newnan court divisions close due to winter weather

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced that its Atlanta and Newnan divisions will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

U.S. District Court in Georgia to close early due to weather

All divisions of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia will close early at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

Court in Southern District of Georgia closed due to weather

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia will not be open on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

University of Georgia announces early release due to approaching winter storm

The University of Georgia (UGA) has announced an early release at 2:00 p.m. on January 21, 2025, due to an approaching winter storm.

Sonja R. West featured in WSJ on CNN defamation suit