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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. 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.


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. 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.


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.


Republican candidate Mckay: It’s embarrassing that Georgia 'is one of the last to do tort reform'

Josh McKay, a Republican candidate for Georgia State Senate District 7, has expressed support for tort reform in Georgia, emphasizing that it is long overdue.


Phillips-Sawyer discusses AI industry changes in Bloomberg feature

Wilson Associate Professor in Business Law, Laura Phillips-Sawyer, was recently featured on Bloomberg.


School of Law receives grant for civics education project

The School of Law has been awarded a $3,000 grant from the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association.


Carl Vinson's legacy honored through Mercer Legends series

Carl Vinson, a Mercer University alumnus and influential figure in American defense policy, dedicated his life to national service.


Chatham County man receives 20-year sentence for armed robbery

A Chatham County man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for his involvement in a violent robbery that resulted in injuries to two individuals.


Father and girlfriend sentenced for fatal beating of five-year-old

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced the convictions of a Decatur father and his girlfriend in the beating death of his five-year-old daughter, Janiyah Herring.


Phillips-Sawyer featured in Bloomberg article on AI monopolies

Wilson Associate Professor in Business Law, Laura Phillips-Sawyer, was recently featured in a Bloomberg article.