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Georgia Chamber CEO on signing of tort reform legislation: 'It's a great day to be in Georgia'
By A. K. Howerter | Apr 22, 2025
Chris Clark, President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, announced that Governor Brian Kemp has signed significant tort and lawsuit abuse reform into law.
GA House Speaker Burns: New tort reform laws will 'return balance to our courtrooms and stability to our insurance markets'
By A. K. Howerter | Apr 22, 2025
Jon Burns, Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, said that Governor Brian Kemp's signing of lawsuit reform represents a historic step toward balancing the courtroom and ensuring insurance stability while protecting legitimate claims.
McGuireWoods Consulting analyzes need for tort reform in Georgia
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 12, 2025
McGuireWoods Consulting has released an analysis of Georgia's 2025 tort reform efforts, focusing on Senate Bills 68 and 69.
III Director on Florida's legal reforms: 'There are early signs that the reforms are working'
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 7, 2025
Mark Friedlander, Director of Corporate Communications for the Insurance Information Institute (III), said there are "early signs" that Florida's recent legal reforms are making a difference, reducing lawsuits and improving market conditions.
CEO of IIAG: Governor Kemp's tort reform bill tackles 'abuse in our legal system'
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 6, 2025
John Barbour, CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG), said that Governor Brian Kemp's Senate Bill 68 introduces tort reform to address legal system abuse, including premises liability, medical damages, and trial procedures in...
Kemp introduces tort reform plan aiming at fair courts and stable insurance
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 1, 2025
Governor Brian P. Kemp of Georgia has introduced a tort reform package aimed at leveling the playing field in courtrooms, banning hostile foreign powers from exploiting consumers and legal proceedings, and stabilizing insurance costs for...