Georgia, Tort Reform

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,
Two Tort Reform Bills in Georgia Could Curb Nuclear Verdicts
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced a sweeping overhaul of the state’s legal system in two bills introduced Jan. 30 in the General Assembly, as state trucking officials and others looked on.
Georgia Tort Reform: Major Legislative Changes on the Horizon
The Georgia General Assembly convened on January 13, 2025, marking the start of what is expected to be a pivotal year for tort reform in the
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
‘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.
Proposed Tort Reform Legislation in South Carolina: Insurance Industry Perspective
Comprehensive tort reform legislation is on the agenda for the 2025-2026 legislative session in South Carolina. Senate Bill S. 244 was introduced
Gov. Brian Kemp's 'tort reform' proposal passes first vote
After a five-hour hearing, the Senate Judiciary Committee voted to pass Senate Bills 68 and 69 that would enact Gov. Brian Kemp's proposal for "tort reform." The legislation contains a wide range of regulations,
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.
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 ...
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'Tort tax' report: Frivolous lawsuits cost more than $1,200 per resident in Florida
Florida, at least when compared against other states, is ranked in the top half of costs stemming from lawsuit abuse.
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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Proposes Major Tort Reform to Curb Insurance Costs and Bolster Business Climate
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp proposes a tort reform plan to reduce insurance costs and foster a business-friendly environment.
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Alien Tort Statute Liability for American Publisher Would Turn on Whether It Knew Author It Paid Was Hamas Hostage-Holder
Jan asserts that through these actions, Defendants aided and abetted his kidnapping and imprisonment as well as aided and abetted terrorism in violation of the Alien Tort Statute (ATS), 28 U.S.C ...