Brittany Bennett, founder of Bennett Law and Mediation Services LLC, said that Georgia Senate Bill 68 is a pro-business and pro-consumer reform crucial for maintaining Georgia's status as a competitive business hub. Bennett made this statement in a post on February 24.
"Georgia has become known for its high-dollar lawsuit awards and litigation-friendly environment, driving up insurance costs for businesses and increasing the price of goods and services for consumers," said Bennett, Founder and Attorney at Law. "Georgia Senate Bill 68 is a pro-business, pro-consumer reform that ensures fairness in the legal system. It reduces unnecessary costs for businesses while ensuring legitimate victims still receive fair compensation. By preventing lawsuit abuse, SB 68 helps keep prices low, create jobs, and protect Georgia's economic future—without taking away anyone's rights. If Georgia wants to remain a thriving, competitive business hub, passing SB 68 is a necessary step toward a fair and balanced legal system for all."
According to an analysis posted on the Bennett Law and Mediation Services website, SB 68 is considered beneficial for both businesses and residents of Georgia. The bill aims to balance legal protections for businesses while ensuring fairness for individuals. It seeks to reform Georgia’s tort system, creating a more predictable legal environment that benefits small businesses and consumers alike. The state's reputation for high-dollar lawsuit awards has reportedly increased insurance costs and the price of goods and services. SB 68 addresses these issues by curbing excessive litigation, ultimately promoting economic stability and affordability.
On February 7, 2025, Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) released a poll indicating that 72% of Georgia voters believe lawsuit abuse contributes to rising costs of goods and services. The survey, conducted by Public Opinion Strategies from February 2-5, revealed bipartisan agreement: 88% of Republicans, 64% of Independents, and 62% of Democrats shared this concern. Additionally, the poll found that 85% of voters consider it important for the Legislature to address lawsuit abuse to eliminate hidden taxes on consumers. Furthermore, 82% of individuals who have used personal injury lawyers support reforms to the current system.
A study released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform on January 24 highlighted that rising tort costs in Georgia are creating a growing financial burden on households by driving up insurance premiums and the overall cost of living. In 2022, the state’s tort costs reached nearly $20 billion, averaging more than $2,000 per household. These expenses stem from civil litigation claims compensation and administrative costs impacting both businesses and consumers.
According to a February 18 post on InsuranceRateReporter.com, a survey by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) and Munich Re US revealed that plaintiff lawyer tactics such as third-party litigation funding (TPLF) and jury anchoring contribute significantly to rising insurance costs with an estimated $529 billion impact on the U.S. economy. The survey found that 69% of Americans believe these practices drive up insurance premiums, with 86% supporting legal reforms to address this issue. However, many respondents remain unaware of these tactics; with 75% unfamiliar with jury anchoring and 70% not recognizing TPLF.
Brittany E. Bennett is the founder of Bennett Law and Mediation Services LLC where she specializes in providing legal representation for business owners in areas such as premises liability employment law contract disputes. With an entrepreneurial background rooted in her family history she remains committed to helping businesses navigate legal challenges offering valuable insights to her clients.