News from January 2025
Beasley Allen secures $2 million settlement in product liability case
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 31, 2025
For over 45 years, the Beasley Allen Law Firm has been dedicated to assisting those in need.
Elizabeth Weeks featured in Newsweek article on SNAP benefits
By K. R. Nelson | Jan 31, 2025
UGA Associate Provost and Kirbo Chair Elizabeth Weeks was recently featured in Newsweek.
AJMLS welcomes December 2024 graduates into alumni community
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 30, 2025
The Atlanta's John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) has extended a warm welcome to its December 2024 graduates, inviting them to join the AJMLS Alumni community.
Parker joins University of Georgia's Rural Engagement Workshop for telehealth project
By A. I. Benavidez | Jan 30, 2025
Assistant Professor Meighan Parker has been chosen to participate in the University of Georgia Rural Engagement Workshop 2025 cohort.
Assistant Professor Parker joins Rural Engagement Workshop for community-focused research
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 30, 2025
Assistant Professor Meighan Parker has been chosen for the University of Georgia's Rural Engagement Workshop 2025 cohort.
Diane Marie Amann publishes article in Temple International & Comparative Law Journal
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
Diane Marie Amann, Regents' Professor of International Law and Woodruff Chair in International Law, has published an article titled “What Figures Lurk on Madame Elysé’s Path?
Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice reflects on career inspired by public service
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
For Michael P. Boggs, a career in law was a way to honor his father and serve the public.
Cousins sentenced for defrauding COVID-19 relief programs
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
Johnny Narcisse and his cousin Johnson Dieujuste have been sentenced for defrauding pandemic relief programs, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, of over $2 million.
Drug trafficker admits guilt for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
Gilberto Contreras has admitted guilt to charges of possessing nearly 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute.
Federal indictment reveals major drug trafficking operation in south Georgia
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
A federal indictment has been unsealed, revealing charges against 37 individuals in connection with a significant drug trafficking operation in South Georgia.
Harpaz provides insight on all tariff policy in Newsweek
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz was recently featured in a Newsweek article that examines the implications of an "all tariff policy."
Bruner discusses US corporate sustainability at Hamburg conference
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
Christopher M. Bruner, the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, recently delivered a presentation titled “A Political Economy of Corporate Sustainability Reform in the United States.” This presentation was part of the...
Gov. Kemp: Failing to act on tort reform will 'put Georgians and their livelihoods in serious jeopardy'
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | Jan 28, 2025
Gov. Brian Kemp said that failing to address tort reform will have consequences for Georgia's residents and economy. He made this statement on January 16.
U.S. Attorney's Office reports over $72M in collections for fiscal year 2024
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 28, 2025
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia reported collections and forfeitures exceeding $72 million for Fiscal Year 2024, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. “Obtaining financial justice for victims...
Hellerstein discusses VAT law at European conference
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 28, 2025
Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, Walter Hellerstein, participated in a panel discussion at the Court of Justice of the European Union Conference.
Decatur man pleads guilty after injuring officer during traffic stop
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 28, 2025
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced a guilty plea in the case of Derric Alexander Simpson, a Decatur resident charged with injuring a police officer during a traffic stop in Dunwoody.
Atlanta driver on holiday help for homeless: 'Just making them feel like they're not forgotten'
By Donna Rolando | Jan 28, 2025
Chimise Awoyinka, who works as an Uber driver in Atlanta, is using her ride-share earnings to make a difference in her community, especially during the holidays.
Court seeks applicants for magistrate judge roles in Rome and Atlanta
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 27, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia is seeking applicants for two magistrate judge positions.
UGA Law students reach semifinals at national moot court championship
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 27, 2025
Garfield A. McIntyre Jr., a third-year student, has been recognized as the best advocate of the preliminary rounds at the Hicks Thomas LLP Moot Court National Championship.
Former contractor convicted for defrauding FEMA post-Hurricane Maria
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 24, 2025
Following an eight-day trial, Tiffany Brown has been convicted of defrauding the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and a Georgia-based litigation funding company.