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Study links heavy gaming to cognitive issues in children
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 22, 2025
In recent years, the growing prevalence of video games among children has sparked concerns regarding their impact on cognitive development.
Mercer Law offers practical training through corporate counsel externship program
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 22, 2025
Mercer Law School is offering its students a unique opportunity to gain practical experience through its Corporate Counsel Externship Program.
Court delays in Atlanta and Newnan due to winter weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 22, 2025
On Thursday, January 23, 2025, the Atlanta and Newnan divisions of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia will delay opening by two hours due to recent wintry weather.
Atlanta and Newnan court divisions close due to winter weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced that its Atlanta and Newnan divisions will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Mercer Law alumni form lasting bonds that influence careers and personal lives
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 21, 2025
Ask Mercer Law alumni about the institution's unique qualities, and many will highlight the close-knit relationships among its graduates.
U.S. District Court in Georgia to close early due to weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
All divisions of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia will close early at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Court in Southern District of Georgia closed due to weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia will not be open on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Mercer Law student finds purpose through legal advocacy
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 21, 2025
Ava Jane Teasley, a student at Mercer School of Law, found her calling in the legal profession after initially considering a different path.
University of Georgia announces early release due to approaching winter storm
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
The University of Georgia (UGA) has announced an early release at 2:00 p.m. on January 21, 2025, due to an approaching winter storm.
Sonja R. West featured in WSJ on CNN defamation suit
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
Brumby Distinguished Professor in First Amendment Law Sonja R. West was featured in The Wall Street Journal regarding a recent settlement by CNN.
Richard S. Moultrie Jr. named acting U.S. attorney for Northern District of Georgia
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. has taken over as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia, succeeding Ryan K. Buchanan.
University of Georgia closes due to winter storm on January 21-22
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
The University of Georgia (UGA) has announced a closure and modified operations due to an approaching winter storm.
Wells publishes article on constitutional torts in Houston Law Review
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 17, 2025
Professor Emeritus Michael L. Wells has published an article titled "Compensatory Damages and Dignitary Harm in the Upcoming Restatement of Constitutional Torts" in the Houston Law Review.
Federal indictments highlight crackdown on illegal firearm possession in Georgia
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 17, 2025
Federal authorities in the Southern District of Georgia have returned indictments against multiple individuals on firearms charges.
Tara M. Lyons appointed as acting U.S. attorney for Southern District of Georgia
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 17, 2025
As of January 18, 2025, Tara M. Lyons has assumed the role of Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia.
Atlanta man sentenced for defrauding COVID-19 relief programs
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 17, 2025
Boeroepae Jordan has been sentenced to a new prison term for defrauding pandemic relief programs of over $323,000.
Lithonia man receives lengthy sentence for shooting wife amid divorce proceedings
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 16, 2025
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has announced the conviction of Dmante Dontrell Anderson, a Lithonia resident, for shooting his wife following her filing for divorce.
Hellerstein releases revised edition of state taxation treatise
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 16, 2025
Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, Walter Hellerstein, has published a revised edition of his comprehensive treatise, "State Taxation vols.
Former spouse pleads guilty to fraudulently claiming veteran's military benefits
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 15, 2025
The former spouse of a deceased U.S. Army veteran has pleaded guilty to fraud for improperly claiming military benefits, according to an announcement from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Georgia.
Settlement reached over discrimination against disabled veteran with service animal
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 15, 2025
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia has reached a settlement with OptumServe Health Services, Inc., a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group.