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Gov. Brian Kemp's 'tort reform' proposal passes first vote
A sweeping overhaul of civil litigation in Georgia is coursing through the state Senate.
‘Tort reform’ bill passes Senate, heads to governor’s desk
The Arkansas Supreme Court has thrown out similar legislation before. Legal experts question whether that may happen again.
Tort reform legislation clears Georgia Senate committee
Supporters say legislation will protect businesses, opponents say it will let insurance companies further enrich themselves without reducing premiums
Georgia Senate Introduces Tort Reform Legislation
Governor Kemp introduced his "Tort Reform" plan that would redefine Georgia rules regarding civil trials and litigation
Senate committee passes tort reform bill to limit medical damages paid to injured plaintiffs
There was widespread opposition to the tort reform proposal during public comments with opponents arguing it only benefits insurance companies.
Kemp’s tort reform bill moving in state Senate
Legislation backed by Republican Gov. Brian Kemp aimed at reining in huge jury awards supporters say cripple Georgia businesses has cleared a state Senate committee following a five-hour hearing.
Law professors analyze Georgia Gov. Kemp’s tort reform legislative proposals
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp says big payouts from civil litigation is a major issue facing the state. On Monday’s edition of  “Closer Look,” GSU Law Professor Leslie Wolf and Elizabeth Chamblee Burch with the UGA School of Law discussed what these proposed reforms could mean for taxpayers,
Tort reform draws big business support
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp's "tort reform" proposal would overhaul civil litigation. Some major Georgia businesses are backing ...
Gov. Kemp’s tort reform plan raises concerns for sex trafficking survivors
Proposed legal reforms in Georgia could make it harder for sex trafficking survivors to seek justice, raising concerns among ...
Civil litigation reform takes center stage in Georgia General Assembly
The Georgia General Assembly concluded its 13th legislative day on Thursday. That means there are 27 workdays remaining. And ...
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Two Tort Reform Bills in Georgia Could Curb Nuclear Verdicts
“The status quo is unacceptable and tort reform is desperately needed,” Kemp declared. “Grocery stores, hospitals, road pavers, small business owners, truckers, restaurants, mom and pop ...
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Providers welcome tort reform legislation for ‘Judicial Hellhole’
Georgia long-term care providers are welcoming proposed tort reform legislation that would add significant revisions to how they could be held responsible for certain injuries that occur on their ...