News from 2025
Sawyer reviews Nelson's book on conservatism in judicial reasoning
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 13, 2025
Logan E. Sawyer III, a Hosch Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies, has contributed a book review to The Journal of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era.
Georgia businessman pleads guilty to bank fraud charges
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 13, 2025
Spencer Askew, the founder and former CEO of E-Freight Solutions Worldwide, LLC, has admitted to defrauding Vinings Bank to secure a $1 million line of credit.
Eight alleged members of GoodFellas gang indicted on federal racketeering charges
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 13, 2025
Federal authorities have indicted eight individuals allegedly linked to the street gang GoodFellas on charges of racketeering.
Mercer School of Law recognizes alumni with prestigious awards
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 12, 2025
The Mercer School of Law held its annual Alumni Dinner on March 8 at the InterContinental Buckhead in Atlanta, where it presented its 2025 alumni awards.
7.2 million settlement reached after fatal machinery accident
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 12, 2025
On March 9, 2021, a tragic incident occurred at a food processing facility in Montgomery, Alabama.
Ringhand discusses campaign spending by non-citizens at Emory symposium
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 12, 2025
Hosch Professor and Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor Lori A. Ringhand recently presented at the Emory International Law Review symposium.
Metro Atlanta Chamber CEO: Proposed tort reform package ‘aims to bring balance to legal proceedings’
By A. C. Benavides | Mar 11, 2025
Katie Kirkpatrick, president and CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC), said that tort reform is a top priority as it addresses key challenges for businesses and healthcare providers and brings balance to legal proceedings.
Southern Electric Company CEO: 'Tort reform is desperately needed by almost every industry in our state'
By A. C. Benavides | Mar 11, 2025
Mahsa Poorak, CEO of Southern Electric Company, LLC, said that businesses across Georgia are in strong support of Governor Brian Kemp's tort reform efforts.
Georgia Association of Manufacturers CEO: Tort reform is 'needed to strengthen our economy and make Georgia more competitive'
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 11, 2025
Lloyd Avram, CEO of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers, has emphasized the necessity of tort reform to bolster Georgia's economy and maintain its competitive edge.
GA Chamber of Commerce CEO: SB 69 will safeguard ‘our families, businesses, and overall economic competitiveness’
By A. C. Benavides | Mar 11, 2025
The Georgia State Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 69 (SB 69), a key component of Governor Brian Kemp's tort reform package.
Georgia tort costs among the highest in the nation at $5,050 per household
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 11, 2025
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform has reported that Georgia's tort costs are among the highest in the United States, with each household bearing an average of $5,050 in expenses related to lawsuits.
Concerns rise over health risks associated with ultra-processed foods
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
In today's fast-paced world, convenience often takes precedence over nutrition.
Loganville man convicted in 1990 double homicide cold case using DNA
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
A Loganville man has been convicted for a double homicide and sexual assault that occurred nearly 35 years ago, following a cold case investigation using DNA evidence.
Law firm secures $4.5 million settlement after fatal I-85 accident
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
On December 15, 2021, Mr. Martin was involved in a severe accident on Interstate 85 due to the negligence of a driver with a suspended commercial license.
Cade discusses migrant sanctuaries at Emory law symposium
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
Associate Dean and Hosch Professor Jason A. Cade recently presented at the Emory International Law Review symposium.
Cade discusses migrant sanctuaries at Emory law symposium
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 11, 2025
Associate Dean and Hosch Professor Jason A. Cade delivered a presentation titled “Prosecuting the Good Samaritan: Legal Perils and Protections for Migrant Sanctuaries” at the Emory International Law Review symposium.
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School reports record-high bar passage rate
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 10, 2025
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) has reported a notable achievement in its bar passage rates, reaching a 92.45% two-year Ultimate Bar Passage rate for 2022.
Federal court interpreter exam registration open until May
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 10, 2025
The Administrative Office of the United States Courts has announced that it will conduct the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examinations for Spanish interpreters in May and August 2025.
UGA honors two educators with excellence in teaching award
By J. D. Suayan | Mar 10, 2025
Two faculty members at the University of Georgia have been recognized for their dedication to teaching with the prestigious Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Georgia insurance commissioner: Due to lawsuit abuse, ‘the individual small businessman is being squeezed out’
By R. B. Pepalis | Mar 7, 2025
John King, Georgia's Insurance Commissioner, said that high insurance costs are forcing small trucking businesses out of the market, effectively granting large, multi-state carriers a monopoly.