L. E. Bushouse News
Motor vehicle insurance rates increasing faster than overall inflation
By L. E. Bushouse | May 16, 2024
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3% in April, after rising by 0.4% in March, and among the categories that contributed to the increase was motor vehicle insurance, which rose by 1.8% over the month. During March, motor vehicle insurance rose 2.6%.
NBC Nightly News features stories of harm from hair relaxer usage
By L. E. Bushouse | May 16, 2024
In a recent broadcast on NBC Nightly News, five women who are clients of Beasley Allen shared their distressing experiences with hair relaxer usage. The women's narratives shed light on the severe consequences that have resulted from decades of using these products.
Solicitor General Metzger recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month
By L. E. Bushouse | May 9, 2024
Cobb County Solicitor General Makia Metzger and her staff joined Highland Rivers Behavioral Health for the first time in recognizing National Mental Health Awareness Month. The event took place during a well-attended program on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the Office of the Solicitor General in Marietta, Georgia.
Multi-agency operation seizes illegal drugs and firearms in Georgia
By L. E. Bushouse | May 9, 2024
The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia has announced the results of a two-week, multi-agency parcel interdiction operation that resulted in multiple seizures of illegal drugs and firearms being shipped through the district.
American Tort Reform Association report shows alarming increase in legal services ads in Georgia
By L. E. Bushouse | Apr 16, 2024
A recent report by the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) discloses a substantial increase in local legal services advertising in Georgia. The data reveals that in 2023, residents of the state were exposed to over 2.2 million such advertisements, with a cumulative ad expenditure reaching $168.6 million.
Excessive litigation imposes higher costs on Georgia consumers
By L. E. Bushouse | Mar 5, 2024
The rising number of lawsuits in Georgia is leading to a phenomenon known as "social inflation," compelling businesses to increase their prices due to escalating liability costs. While tort reform could potentially alleviate this financial strain on Georgia consumers, some reform initiatives have been unsuccessful in the state legislature.