J. D. Suayan News
Gov. Brian Kemp: ‘The fight for tort reform is a fight worth having'
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 14, 2025
Brian Kemp, the governor of Georgia, has highlighted rising insurance premiums and an unbalanced legal environment as key factors driving his advocacy for tort reform.
Former CIO sentenced for defrauding Mohawk Industries
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 14, 2025
Jana Kanyadan, the former Global Chief Information Officer of Mohawk Industries, Inc., has been sentenced to over seven years in federal prison for defrauding his employer.
Judge rules teen's murder case can proceed after MARTA bus driver shooting
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 14, 2025
The legal proceedings against a 16-year-old boy charged with the murder of a MARTA bus driver are set to continue, following a decision by DeKalb County Magistrate Court Judge Claire Jason.
Doctor settles false claim allegations over chelation therapy billing
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 14, 2025
Robert Burkich, M.D., a physician from Chattanooga, Tennessee, and his practice, Preventive Medicine Anti-Aging & Chelation, Inc. in Ringgold, Georgia, have settled allegations under the False Claims Act.
School of Law triumphs at AtlAS Pre-Moot Invitational
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 14, 2025
The School of Law has emerged victorious at the Atlanta International Arbitration Society Pre-Moot Invitational.
Sawyer reviews Nelson's book on conservatism in judicial reasoning
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 13, 2025
Logan E. Sawyer III, a Hosch Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies, has contributed a book review to The Journal of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era.
Georgia businessman pleads guilty to bank fraud charges
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 13, 2025
Spencer Askew, the founder and former CEO of E-Freight Solutions Worldwide, LLC, has admitted to defrauding Vinings Bank to secure a $1 million line of credit.
Eight alleged members of GoodFellas gang indicted on federal racketeering charges
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 13, 2025
Federal authorities have indicted eight individuals allegedly linked to the street gang GoodFellas on charges of racketeering.
Mercer School of Law recognizes alumni with prestigious awards
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 12, 2025
The Mercer School of Law held its annual Alumni Dinner on March 8 at the InterContinental Buckhead in Atlanta, where it presented its 2025 alumni awards.
7.2 million settlement reached after fatal machinery accident
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 12, 2025
On March 9, 2021, a tragic incident occurred at a food processing facility in Montgomery, Alabama.
Ringhand discusses campaign spending by non-citizens at Emory symposium
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 12, 2025
Hosch Professor and Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor Lori A. Ringhand recently presented at the Emory International Law Review symposium.
Concerns rise over health risks associated with ultra-processed foods
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
In today's fast-paced world, convenience often takes precedence over nutrition.
Loganville man convicted in 1990 double homicide cold case using DNA
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
A Loganville man has been convicted for a double homicide and sexual assault that occurred nearly 35 years ago, following a cold case investigation using DNA evidence.
Law firm secures $4.5 million settlement after fatal I-85 accident
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
On December 15, 2021, Mr. Martin was involved in a severe accident on Interstate 85 due to the negligence of a driver with a suspended commercial license.
Cade discusses migrant sanctuaries at Emory law symposium
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
Associate Dean and Hosch Professor Jason A. Cade recently presented at the Emory International Law Review symposium.
Cade discusses migrant sanctuaries at Emory law symposium
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
Associate Dean and Hosch Professor Jason A. Cade delivered a presentation titled “Prosecuting the Good Samaritan: Legal Perils and Protections for Migrant Sanctuaries” at the Emory International Law Review symposium.
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School reports record-high bar passage rate
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 10, 2025
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) has reported a notable achievement in its bar passage rates, reaching a 92.45% two-year Ultimate Bar Passage rate for 2022.
Federal court interpreter exam registration open until May
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 10, 2025
The Administrative Office of the United States Courts has announced that it will conduct the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examinations for Spanish interpreters in May and August 2025.
UGA honors two educators with excellence in teaching award
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 10, 2025
Two faculty members at the University of Georgia have been recognized for their dedication to teaching with the prestigious Award for Excellence in Teaching.
UGA law school receives $2M+ for first-gen student scholarships
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 4, 2025
The University of Georgia School of Law has announced the creation of the Hart Family Foundation First-Generation Scholarship Fund, thanks to a commitment exceeding $2 million.