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Uber advocates for insurance reforms in states like Georgia to reduce rideshare costs
Uber has announced its advocacy for insurance policy reforms in states such as Georgia to address high rideshare insurance costs and reduce fares for consumers.
Uber expands insurance reform push with new ads in Georgia
Uber Technologies Inc. announced the launch of an advertising campaign in Georgia to address high rideshare insurance costs and advocate for policy changes.
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ADEDC announces Gov. Kemp's tort reform bill aims to curb inflated damages, reduce costs
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | Feb 18, 2025
The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission (ADEDC) has announced that Governor Brian Kemp's recently signed tort reform bill is expected to help deter inflated damages in lawsuits, ultimately reducing costs for businesses and consumers.
Georgia's SB 91 seeks to ban contracts with pharmacy benefit managers owning retail pharmacies
By GA News Gazette | Feb 17, 2025
The Georgia State Senate has introduced Senate Bill 91, a legislative measure aimed at prohibiting the Board of Community Health from contracting with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) that own or have stakes in retail pharmacies.
CEO of III on billboard attorneys: There are 'increases in claims costs when attorneys enter into the picture'
By B. J. Milam | Feb 17, 2025
Sean Kevelighan, CEO of the Insurance Information Institute (III), said that legal system abuse is contributing to increased insurance costs in Georgia, emphasizing the necessity for tort reform to address rising claims expenses.
Governor Kemp's tort reform package clears first major hurdle
By A. C. Benavides | Feb 14, 2025
Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG) announced that Governor Brian Kemp's tort reform package has cleared its first major hurdle, passing out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Senate bill 68 seeks changes to Georgia’s civil court process
By K. T. Sarmiento | Feb 13, 2025
The Georgia State Senate has introduced SB 68, a bill aimed at comprehensive changes to the state's civil court process.
McGuireWoods Consulting analyzes need for tort reform in Georgia
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 12, 2025
McGuireWoods Consulting has released an analysis of Georgia's 2025 tort reform efforts, focusing on Senate Bills 68 and 69.
Rep. Collins: 'Proud to stand with our Governor' on fighting for tort reform
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | Feb 12, 2025
Mike Collins, Georgia District 10 State Representative, has expressed his support for Governor Brian Kemp and other state legislators in their pursuit of tort reform.
Georgians for Lawsuit Reform backs Gov. Kemp’s plan to curb legal and consumer costs
By A. B. Bamburg | Feb 10, 2025
Georgians for Lawsuit Reform (GLR) announced that Governor Brian Kemp's proposed tort reform legislation is expected to reduce legal expenses and lower costs for businesses and consumers.
NFIB Director on tort reform package: 'NFIB applauds Governor Kemp for prioritizing lawsuit abuse'
By GA News Gazette | Feb 7, 2025
Hunter Loggins, State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), expressed support for Kemp's initiative to address lawsuit abuse.
III Director on Florida's legal reforms: 'There are early signs that the reforms are working'
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 7, 2025
Mark Friedlander, Director of Corporate Communications for the Insurance Information Institute (III), said there are "early signs" that Florida's recent legal reforms are making a difference, reducing lawsuits and improving market conditions.
CEO of IIAG: Governor Kemp's tort reform bill tackles 'abuse in our legal system'
By A. K. Howerter | Feb 6, 2025
John Barbour, CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG), said that Governor Brian Kemp's Senate Bill 68 introduces tort reform to address legal system abuse, including premises liability, medical damages, and trial procedures in...
Gov. Kemp on tort costs: 'our legal environment is draining family bank accounts'
By D. L. Deener | Feb 4, 2025
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced a tort reform package on January 30, aiming to address the state's legal environment, which he claims is adversely affecting family finances and business operations.
Commissioner King: Tort costs are 'threatening our long-term future'
By A. C. Benavides | Feb 4, 2025
Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John King has described the state's legal climate as a hidden tax on families and small businesses, endorsing Governor Brian Kemp's new tort reform package.
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.
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...
Gov. Kemp: Failing to act on tort reform will 'put Georgians and their livelihoods in serious jeopardy'
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | Jan 28, 2025
Gov. Brian Kemp said that failing to address tort reform will have consequences for Georgia's residents and economy. He made this statement on January 16.
TPA president: Mass tort litigation is 'making the U.S. a less prosperous nation'
By E. F. Cullerton | Jan 13, 2025
David Williams, president of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA), expressed concerns about mass tort litigation in the United States.
Georgia's civil justice system 'plagued' by skyrocketing nuclear verdicts
By R. B. Pepalis | Jan 6, 2025
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced that Georgia's civil justice system is experiencing a surge in large jury awards, known as "nuclear verdicts," and legal practices that increase liability.