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Georgia Chamber CEO on signing of tort reform legislation: 'It's a great day to be in Georgia'

Chris Clark, President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, announced that Governor Brian Kemp has signed significant tort and lawsuit abuse reform into law.

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Gov. Kemp: New tort reform legislation will 'put job creators and hardworking Georgians first'

Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia, announced that the newly signed tort reform laws will prioritize job creators and hardworking Georgians by restoring fairness in courtrooms.

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GA Insurance Commissioner: Newly signed tort laws ‘will level the playing field in Georgia’s courtrooms'

John King, Georgia's Insurance Commissioner, said that Governor Brian Kemp's signing of lawsuit reform is a significant achievement that will ensure fairness in Georgia’s courtrooms.


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State Rep. Collins: 'Georgia is showing how to lead on tort reform and reduce costs on hardworking Americans'

Mike Collins, a state representative for Georgia's 10th District, said that Georgia is at the forefront of tort reform and cost reduction, attributing this progress to Governor Brian Kemp and Republican legislators.


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GA House Speaker Burns: New tort reform laws will 'return balance to our courtrooms and stability to our insurance markets'

Jon Burns, Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, said that Governor Brian Kemp's signing of lawsuit reform represents a historic step toward balancing the courtroom and ensuring insurance stability while protecting legitimate claims.


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Chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Global Insurance Dept.: Tort reform ‘will help control abuses’ in lawsuits

Alycen A. Moss, co-vice chair of the Global Insurance Department at Cozen O’Connor, said that Georgia's tort reform measures are expected to reduce frivolous lawsuits and "nuclear" verdicts by clarifying civil litigation rules in the state.


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State Sen. Kennedy on passage of tort reform: 'I'm proud of this legislation and the impact it will have on Georgians'

John Kennedy, the state senator for Georgia's 18th District, said that Governor Brian Kemp's signing of new tort reform legislation is a proud moment that will benefit Georgians statewide.


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Senior Living Association CEO: Tort reform 'will have a transformative impact on our members'

Catie Ramp, CEO of the Georgia Senior Living Association, said that the state's new tort reform laws will alleviate legal pressures on senior living providers, enhance outcomes, and foster an environment conducive to industry growth and expansion.


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Arnall Golden Gregory Partner: Tort reform 'is a great step forward in leveling the playing field for providers in litigation'

Georgia's recent tort reform legislation has been highlighted as a significant advancement in creating a more equitable legal environment for providers involved in litigation.


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State Sen. Kennedy: The civil justice system should 'not be treated as a lottery'

John F. Kennedy, a state senator for Georgia's District 18, said in a press release that the civil justice system should not be treated as a lottery for litigation financiers who manipulate court outcomes through unregulated third-party funding.


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Vice President of CATO on credit card bill: 'Giving more power to regulators'

Norbert Michael, Vice President and Director of the Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives at the Cato Institute, expressed concerns that the Credit Card Competition Act would negatively impact innovation and competition while increasing...


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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner: 'Tort reform is a huge win' for Georgia's agriculture industry

Tyler Harper, the Agriculture Commissioner of Georgia, said that tort reform represents a significant victory for the state's agricultural industry, farm families, and all Georgians.


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Rep. Collins: 'With tort reform and our tariff strategy, we're going to see prices drop across the board'

Mike Collins, a representative for Georgia's District 10, said that excess litigation costs families over $4,000 annually.


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Rep. Collins: Trial lawyers are driving up costs and bankrupting small businesses; 'Americans need tort reform'

Mike Collins, a representative for Georgia's District 10, has called for tort reform, arguing that trial lawyers are financially crippling small trucking companies and increasing costs for Americans.


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Georgia Realtors CEO: An 'unbalanced legal system is driving up costs for consumers and creating uncertainty'

Brad Mock, CEO of the Georgia Association of Realtors (GAR), said that the current legal system is increasing costs for consumers.


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State Sen. Kennedy: 'I’m proud to announce that SB 68 passed the Georgia Senate'

John F. Kennedy, a State Senator for Georgia, announced the passage of Senate Bill 68 in the Georgia Senate as a significant step in advancing tort reform efforts aimed at supporting job creators, families, and consumers.


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Georgia lawmakers pass tort reform bill addressing phantom damages and premises liability

The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced that lawmakers in Georgia have approved a significant tort reform bill addressing phantom damages and premises liability.


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Do No Harm senior fellow: Passing tort reform legislation is ‘a great first step’

Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure intended to address the state’s designation as a "Judicial Hellhole," sending it to Governor Brian Kemp for signature.


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Nelson Mullins LLP Partner: Gov. Kemp secured 'signature victory' with passage of tort reform

Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure aimed at addressing the state's designation as a "Judicial Hellhole," forwarding it to Governor Brian Kemp for his signature.


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GA House Speaker Burns: Tort reform ensures ‘the scales of justice in our courtrooms are fair and balanced’

Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure aimed at addressing the state's designation as a "Judicial Hellhole."