J. D. Suayan News
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.
Bruner publishes on corporate law in Transnational Legal Theory
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 3, 2025
Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, Christopher M. Bruner, has contributed an article titled “Corporate Personhood, Corporate Rights, and the Contingency of Corporate Law” to the 16th volume of Transnational Legal Theory.
UGA Law team advances in prestigious Jessup moot court competition
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 3, 2025
The University of Georgia School of Law has achieved a significant victory in the East Coast regional round of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.
DeKalb County's Love Run raises over $26,500 for domestic violence center
By J. D. Suayan | Feb 22, 2025
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston expressed gratitude to the community for their participation in the 10th Annual Love Run 5K, held on February 22, 2025, at Decatur Square.
Georgians show strong support for ending lawsuit abuse in new poll
By J. D. Suayan | Feb 21, 2025
Today, Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) released a poll showing significant support among Georgia voters for ending lawsuit abuse and reforming the personal injury system.
Atlanta VA doctor sentenced to two years for assaulting veteran patient
By J. D. Suayan | Feb 21, 2025
Rajesh Motibhai Patel, a physician at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Atlanta, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison.
Georgia Senate considers student loan relief for veterinarians
By J. D. Suayan | Feb 21, 2025
Lisa Milot, Stanton Distinguished Professor in Canine Welfare Law and Director of Practicum in Animal Welfare Skills, provided testimony to the Georgia Senate Higher Education Committee.
Kemp on tort reform package: ‘Our legal environment is draining family bank accounts and hurting job creators’
By J. D. Suayan | Feb 21, 2025
Gov. Brian Kemp has unveiled a comprehensive tort reform package aimed at addressing rising litigation costs and improving transparency in the state's legal system.
MIT student wins first place in AI negotiation competition
By J. D. Suayan | Feb 20, 2025
Allison L. Brown, a second-year student, has been recognized for her achievement in the inaugural MIT AI Negotiation Competition's Value Created category.
Professor Sonja R. West featured in Wall Street Journal article on free speech
By J. D. Suayan | Feb 20, 2025
Sonja R. West, Brumby Distinguished Professor in First Amendment Law, was recently featured in The Wall Street Journal.