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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."


State Rep. Carson: Tort reform will help ‘maintain Georgia’s status as the top state for business’

State Representative John Carson of Georgia's House District 46 has expressed support for the state's tort reform bill, stating it "strikes the right balance between supporting our robust business climate and safeguarding victims' rights."


GA Chamber of Commerce CEO: Passing tort reform is 'one of the most significant steps taken to protect Georgia's economic competitiveness'

Chris Clark, CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of tort reform for the organization.


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.


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.


Gov. Kemp: Tort reform will ‘stabilize costs and ensure fairness and justice for hardworking Georgians’

Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia, announced that lawmakers have made history with the final passage of SB 68, a comprehensive tort reform bill.


GA Attorney General: Tort reform will restore ‘balance to our courts while lowering costs for consumers and business owners’

Chris Carr, the Attorney General of Georgia, expressed his support for the recent legislative actions in the state.


U.S. Rep. Collins: Tort reform can ‘bring about change that saves money out of every taxpayers’ pocket'

U.S. Representative Mike Collins of Georgia's 10th District has praised the state's recent tort reform efforts, describing them as a model for other states aiming to address systemic issues and reduce taxpayer expenses.


Lt. Governor Jones: Tort Reform is ‘a pro-Georgian reform’ that will reduce costs

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


State Sen. Kennedy: ‘We finished the drill and got tort reform across the finish line'

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


State Sen. for Georgia: House Bill 68 passing shows how 'leadership can come together'

John F. Kennedy, State Senator for Georgia, said that Senate Bill 68 exemplifies how conservative leadership across the governor’s office and legislature can collaborate to implement legal reform.


State Sen. Kennedy: Senate Bill 68 is 'a really good balanced bill'

John F. Kennedy, the State Senator for Georgia, said that Senate Bill 68 represents a carefully developed and balanced approach to tort reform, informed by past legislation and broad collaboration.


State Sen. Kennedy: We 'got tort reform across the finish line'

John F. Kennedy, a State Senator for Georgia, announced that tort reform legislation had been successfully passed to reduce costs and improve fairness for families.


UGA law students win Loyola University's pre-moot competition

The University of Georgia (UGA) recently celebrated a significant achievement as third-year law students Olha “Olia” Kaliuzhna and Vladyslav “Vlad” Rudzinskyi secured victory at the Loyola University of Chicago School of Law Pre-Moot.


Beck discusses conflicts of interest in Bloomberg Law feature

Marshall Chair of Constitutional Law, Randy Beck, was recently featured on Bloomberg Law.


Georgia AI case prompts legislative focus on AI-generated explicit images

Assistant Professor Thomas E. Kadri has been highlighted in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for his involvement in discussions about laws targeting AI-generated explicit images.


AI-generated explicit images prompt legislative response in Georgia

Assistant Professor Thomas E. Kadri was recently featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in an article discussing laws against AI-generated explicit images.


Rome woman sentenced for selling thousands of fentanyl pills

Deaja Simone Clemons has been sentenced to 63 months in federal prison for conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute fentanyl.


Insurance experts highlight impact of legal system abuse on rising costs

The Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) has highlighted the significance of tort reform in Georgia, referencing Florida's legislative measures that have curtailed excessive litigation and stabilized its insurance market.


Georgia businesses and families back legal reforms to reduce costs

Georgians for Lawsuit Reform has announced its support for Senate Bill 68, describing it as a necessary measure to address lawsuit abuse and reduce costs for businesses and families.