News from 2025
Bruner discusses UK's captive insurance regime in Insurance Day
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 4, 2025
Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law Christopher M. Bruner has been featured in Insurance Day.
Ringhand's study on interruptions at Supreme Court hearings published
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 4, 2025
Lori A. Ringhand, who holds the positions of Hosch Professor and Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor, has published an article titled "Gender, Race, and Interruptions at Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings."
Gov Brian Kemp: We have to 'work on passing meaningful tort reform this year'
By E. F. Cullerton | Feb 3, 2025
Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia, has emphasized the necessity of tort reform to safeguard residents' livelihoods and curb rising consumer costs.
UGA team reaches semifinals at National Moot Court Competition
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 3, 2025
The University of Georgia's team, consisting of third-year students Mona E. Abboud, Taylor L. Stablein, and Casey E. Wofford, reached the semifinals at the National Moot Court Competition held in New York City.
Legal protections against workplace sexual harassment highlighted by Beasley Allen
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 3, 2025
Sexual harassment in the workplace remains a significant concern addressed by employment law to ensure a safe environment for all employees.
Gulbranson wins law school's closing argument competition
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 3, 2025
First-year law student Eric S. Gulbranson has emerged as the winner of the School of Law's 2025 J. Ralph Beaird 1L Closing Argument Competition.
UGA moot court team reaches semifinals at national competition
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 3, 2025
The University of Georgia's moot court team, composed of third-year students Mona E. Abboud, Taylor L. Stablein, and Casey E. Wofford, reached the semifinals at the National Moot Court Competition held in New York City.
Kemp introduces tort reform plan aiming at fair courts and stable insurance
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 1, 2025
Governor Brian P. Kemp of Georgia has introduced a tort reform package aimed at leveling the playing field in courtrooms, banning hostile foreign powers from exploiting consumers and legal proceedings, and stabilizing insurance costs for...
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...