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Fourteen sentenced in Atlanta prison-based drug trafficking ring
By A. I. Benavidez | Feb 11, 2025
Fourteen individuals have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a drug trafficking operation based within a prison, which facilitated the distribution of methamphetamine and heroin in the metro Atlanta area.
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.
Book "Rap on Trial" highlights debate over rap lyrics in legal cases
By A. I. Benavidez | Feb 10, 2025
Andrea L. Dennis, Associate Dean and Martin Chair of Law, has seen her book "Rap on Trial" featured in a WRDW article.
Vanity Fair features Sonja R. West on media lawsuit settlements
By A. I. Benavidez | Feb 10, 2025
Brumby Distinguished Professor in First Amendment Law, Sonja R. West, was featured in Vanity Fair.
Law360 features Foohey's work on bankruptcy in sexual assault cases
By A. I. Benavidez | Feb 10, 2025
Post Professor Pamela Foohey and her co-authored article "Silencing Litigation Through Bankruptcy" have been featured on Law360.
Prison officer sentenced for smuggling meth into Hays State Prison
By A. I. Benavidez | Feb 10, 2025
Nicholas Grindle has been sentenced for conspiracy to possess methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and bribery.
Cobb man sentenced for plotting murder after armed robbery
By A. I. Benavidez | Feb 10, 2025
A Cobb County jury has found Samuel Etuk, 38, guilty of criminal solicitation to commit murder and influencing a witness.
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.
Acworth man receives 20-year sentence for crimes against minor
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 7, 2025
Cobb District Attorney Sonya F. Allen announced that Charles Martinez, aged 65, has pleaded guilty to charges including child molestation and providing alcohol to a minor.
Pamela Foohey publishes article on consumer bankruptcy issues
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 7, 2025
Post Professor Pamela Foohey has published an article titled “The Periphery of Bankruptcy Law: The Importance of Non-Bankruptcy Issues in Consumer Bankruptcy” in the 98th volume of the American Bankruptcy Law Journal, page 527 (2024)
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...
Thomas E. Kadri elected chair of AALS section on torts
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 6, 2025
Assistant Professor Thomas E. Kadri has been elected as the chair of the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) Section on Torts and Compensation Systems for the year 2025.
Elizabeth Weeks joins AALS committee on torts and compensation systems
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 6, 2025
UGA Associate Provost and Kirbo Chair Elizabeth Weeks has been appointed to the Executive Committee of the Association of American Law Schools Section on Torts and Compensation Systems.
Supreme Court of Georgia holds special session at UGA
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 6, 2025
The University of Georgia's School of Law recently served as the venue for a special session of the Supreme Court of Georgia, where oral arguments were presented.
DeKalb County DA's office takes on Gilmer child exploitation case
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 5, 2025
In response to a request from the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia, the DeKalb County District Attorney's Office has agreed to take on the role of conflict prosecutor in the case of State v. Ronald Richardson in Gilmer County.
UGA law school sees highest application increase in Georgia
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 5, 2025
The University of Georgia's School of Law has experienced a significant rise in applications for the fall 2025 semester.
Appellate Litigation Clinic presents case at Fourth Circuit
By K. R. Nelson | Feb 5, 2025
The Appellate Litigation Clinic recently presented the case Holley v. Combs to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
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.