Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia, said that failing to address tort reform will have consequences for Georgia's residents and economy. He made this statement on January 16.
Kemp emphasized the urgency of addressing the state's tort system. He indicated that the upcoming legislative session would introduce reforms, describing the proposed tort reform as "comprehensive but fair," with an aim to balance accountability and justice. Kemp further asserted, "there will be no room for excuses, half-measures, or failure," stating his goal is to achieve meaningful legislative change.
According to the American Tort Reform Association, in 2023, Georgia experienced a rise in legal advertising, with over 2.2 million local legal services ads aired, totaling more than $168.6 million in spending. This marks a 38% increase since 2019, contributing to what some experts call a "litigation epidemic" that further escalates the cost of doing business for Georgia residents.
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Governor Brian Kemp has served as Georgia’s 83rd governor since January 2019. A Republican, he previously held the position of Georgia’s Secretary of State from 2010 to 2018 and has prioritized economic development and regulatory reform throughout his political career.