News from January 2025
Georgia's civil justice system 'plagued' by skyrocketing nuclear verdicts
By R. B. Pepalis | Jan 6, 2025
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced that Georgia's civil justice system is experiencing a surge in large jury awards, known as "nuclear verdicts," and legal practices that increase liability.
Convicted felon sentenced for illegal possession following motel shooting
By R. B. Pepalis | Jan 6, 2025
Marcus Thomas, a convicted felon, has been sentenced to federal prison for possession of a firearm and ammunition. U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan commented on the case, stating, "Thomas was released from state prison only a few days before he...
Court in Southern District of Georgia announces closure on January 9th
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 3, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia has announced its closure on Thursday, January 9th, 2024.
Fulton County Jail reaches proposed consent decree over constitutional violations
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 3, 2025
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division have announced a proposed consent decree to address violations at the Fulton County Jail.
Harpaz discusses global tax challenges at Hebrew University forum
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 3, 2025
Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz delivered a presentation titled “Global Tax Wars in the Digital Era” at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem Tax Law Forum last December
DeKalb County changes judicial circuit name to DeKalb Judicial Circuit
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 2, 2025
DeKalb County has officially changed the name of its judicial circuit as of January 1, 2025.
Magistrate Judge Merit Selection Panel term extended to end of 2025
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 2, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced an extension for the term of service of its standing Magistrate Judge Merit Selection Panel.
Dean Rodrigues addresses UGA after tragic event at Sugar Bowl
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 2, 2025
It is with mixed emotions that Dean Usha R. Rodrigues addressed the University of Georgia (UGA) community from New Orleans following a tragic event.
Ryan K. Buchanan resigns as U.S. attorney for Northern District of Georgia
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 2, 2025
U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan has announced his resignation, effective January 19, 2025, as the chief law enforcement officer for the Northern District of Georgia.
Beasley Allen promotes four attorneys to principal roles
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 1, 2025
Beasley Allen has announced the promotion of four attorneys to the position of principal.