News from September 2025
California court allows expert testimony in youth social media addiction lawsuit
By K. R. Baugh | Sep 23, 2025
A California court has allowed key scientific evidence to be presented in lawsuits concerning social media addiction, marking a significant development for families pursuing legal action against major technology companies.
U.S. government confirms link between prenatal Tylenol use and neurodevelopmental disorders
By L. M. Brittain | Sep 22, 2025
Scientific research has suggested a link between the use of acetaminophen (commonly known as Tylenol) during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.
Richmond County men receive federal sentences for mail theft scheme
By A. J. Maloney | Sep 22, 2025
Two men from Richmond County, Georgia, have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a scheme involving mail theft, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft.
Law firm expands focus on child safety issues in online gaming platforms
By K. R. Baugh | Sep 22, 2025
For many young people, online gaming platforms such as Roblox and Fortnite have become central to their daily lives, serving as social spaces and creative outlets.
Atlanta man convicted for rapes committed during two violent home invasions in 1986
By A. J. Maloney | Sep 22, 2025
An Atlanta man has been convicted by a jury for a series of sexual assaults that occurred nearly four decades ago.
Five Mexican nationals charged after major meth seizure linked to CJNG cartel
By J. Y. Bender | Sep 22, 2025
Five Mexican nationals have been charged in federal court after authorities seized over 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine from locations in unincorporated DeKalb County, Georgia.
Amazon cites year-over-year safety progress across its U.S. network, including sites in Georgia
By J. B. Babcock | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon has announced year-over-year workplace safety improvements across its U.S. network, including sites in Georgia.
Amazon seller ecosystem creates over 134,000 jobs in Georgia
By J. B. Babcock | Sep 18, 2025
AMZ Prep announced on its website that Georgia accounts for more than 134,000 Amazon seller-supported jobs.
Wrongful death lawsuit leads to $1 million settlement after Alabama UTV crash
By L. M. Brittain | Sep 17, 2025
A wrongful death lawsuit has resulted in a $1,079,000 settlement for the family of a man who died in an accident at an Alabama lake house.
Haneman discusses tax policy at University of Cambridge conference
By P. H. Edwards | Sep 17, 2025
Victoria J. Haneman, who holds the Chaffin Chair of Fiduciary Law, delivered a presentation titled “The Politics of Impermanence” at the Centre for Tax Law at the University of Cambridge.
Meixner discusses sentencing issues at Southeastern Association of Law Schools annual meeting
By M. Y. Daniels | Sep 17, 2025
Assistant Professor John B. Meixner Jr. delivered a presentation titled “The New Lawlessness in Sentencing” during the criminal justice, American policing and incarceration New Scholars Workshop at the Southeastern Association of Law Schools 2025...
University of Georgia law student receives fellowship for food law summit
By P. H. Edwards | Sep 17, 2025
Emily Whitest, a second-year student at the University of Georgia School of Law, has been awarded a fellowship to participate in the Food Law Student Leadership Summit.
Appellate Litigation Clinic secures win in D.C. Court of Appeals case
By P. H. Edwards | Sep 17, 2025
The Appellate Litigation Clinic has achieved a favorable outcome before the District of Columbia Court of Appeals.
LeClercq leads cross-border labor conference on USMCA in Mexico City
By M. Y. Daniels | Sep 17, 2025
Assistant Professor Desirée LeClercq brought together labor unions and leaders from the United States, Mexico, and Canada in Mexico City for a transnational conference.
Central Violations Bureau warns of scam websites impersonating its payment portal
By J. Y. Bender | Sep 17, 2025
A fraudulent website has been reported to be impersonating the Central Violations Bureau (CVB), potentially seeking to obtain personal or financial information from users under false pretenses.
Wendy Moore participates in AALL 2025 Annual Meeting panels
By M. Y. Daniels | Sep 17, 2025
Wendy Moore, Associate Director for Collection Services, participated in the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) 2025 Annual Meeting.
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School welcomes diverse Fall 2025 entering class
By P. H. Edwards | Sep 16, 2025
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School has welcomed 138 new students for its Fall 2025 entering class.
Former DeKalb police officer reindicted in fatal shooting of Stone Mountain resident
By A. J. Maloney | Sep 16, 2025
A DeKalb County Grand Jury has reindicted former police officer Russell Mathis in connection with the shooting death of Marando Salmon inside a Stone Mountain home.
Paraquat litigation prompts debate over chemical safety and corporate responsibility
By K. R. Baugh | Sep 15, 2025
Since the announcement of a tentative Paraquat settlement agreement on April 8, 2025, negotiations between plaintiffs and defendants, including Syngenta and Chevron, have continued as both sides work to finalize a Master Settlement Agreement.
Charles Harmon Porter sentenced for federal firearm offense after domestic shooting
By A. J. Maloney | Sep 15, 2025
Charles Harmon Porter, 54, of Savannah, Georgia, has been sentenced to 100 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release after admitting to possession of ammunition by a convicted felon.