News from 2025
Fentanyl bust in Sandy Springs leads to federal charges against Antwuan Brown
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
Antwuan Brown, a resident of Alpharetta, Georgia, appeared before United States Magistrate Judge Linda T. Walker, charged with possession and intent to distribute fentanyl.
First Amendment Clinic presents Sullivan v. Prospero to Eleventh Circuit
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
The First Amendment Clinic recently presented arguments in the Sullivan v. Prospero case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Conyers man sentenced to life for murder and assault
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
A Conyers man, Clinton Eric Johnson, has been sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole after being convicted of shooting his girlfriend and killing another man during the incident.
Eleventh Circuit invites comment on proposed rule amendments
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit is seeking public input on proposed changes to its local rules.
Former HHS Official: DOGE should investigate ‘abuse and waste’ in 340 drug discount program utilized by 88 Georgia hospitals
By A. D. Nghiem | Apr 2, 2025
A former official with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said the federal 340b drug discount program is a reminder of "abuse and waste" that exists in Washington, D.C.
Pamela Foohey explores bankruptcy law and social debt in new article
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 2, 2025
Pamela Foohey, a professor and distinguished scholar, has announced the publication of a new article titled "The End(s) of Bankruptcy Exceptionalism: Purdue Pharma and the Problem of Social Debt."
DeKalb court to handle case against teen in MARTA driver's death
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 2, 2025
The DeKalb County Juvenile Court will prosecute the case against a 16-year-old charged with the murder of a MARTA bus driver.
Felon pleads guilty in Reinhardt University firearms case
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
Joshua Timothy Rex pleaded guilty to the illegal possession of firearms by a convicted felon after law enforcement intercepted him on his way to confront a student at Reinhardt University.
Bruner speaks on stakeholder corporate governance potential in US
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
Christopher M. Bruner, the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, shared insights on "Potential for Stakeholder Corporate Governance in the United States" in a March seminar.
School of Law recognizes distinguished alumni for outstanding contributions
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
The School of Law recently honored Peter B. "Bo" Rutledge and Yvette K. Daniels with prestigious awards for their contributions to the legal field.
Land Conservation Clinic takes students to conserved Oconee River property
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
The Land Conservation Clinic recently organized a visit to a 223-acre property safeguarded by a conservation easement.
School of Law bestows awards to alumni and former dean
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
Peter B. "Bo" Rutledge and Yvette K. Daniels were recently honored by the School of Law with the Distinguished Service Scroll Award.
Professor West discusses defamation law in the digital age at legal studies lecture
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
Brumby Distinguished Professor in First Amendment Law, Sonja R. West, recently delivered a presentation titled "Defamation Law in the Digital Age: The Relevancy of New York Times v. Sullivan in the Modern World."
Atlanta man sentenced to life for kidnapping and assault
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
A jury in DeKalb County found Evariuel Martez Billings guilty of multiple charges, including kidnapping and sexual assault, resulting in a life sentence without parole.
Harpaz talks AI at Case Western Reserve University's law symposium
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz delivered a presentation titled "Artificial Intelligence and Taxpayer Entity" at the Case Western Reserve University School of Law.
Hellerstein’s treatise referenced in Pepsico tax case by Illinois appellate court
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
Walter Hellerstein, a Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, has seen his treatise "State Taxation" referenced by the Illinois First District Appellate Court.
Appellate Litigation Clinic argues case before Eleventh Circuit
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 28, 2025
The Appellate Litigation Clinic recently took to the courtroom to present the case of Bilal v. Benoit before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Cobb ex-deputy indicted for fraud, oath violation over false medical claims
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 28, 2025
A former deputy from the Cobb County Sheriff's Office is facing serious charges following an investigation that led to his indictment for fraud and violation of his oath as a public officer.
School of Law holds Awards Day to honor achievements of students and faculty
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 28, 2025
The School of Law recently held its annual Awards Day to recognize the efforts and achievements of its students and faculty.
Cyberbullying laws discussed by Professor Kadri in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution article
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 28, 2025
Assistant Professor Thomas E. Kadri has been featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in a discussion surrounding cyberbullying laws.