Georgia, Senate and Tort reform

Georgia’s governor wins support for his top legislation from 3 skeptical senators
The three Republicans in Georgia's Senate who were most likely to halt Gov. Brian Kemp’s legislation to limit lawsuits are getting on board with the bills.
Georgia Senate Introduces Tort Reform Legislation
Governor Kemp introduced his "Tort Reform" plan that would redefine Georgia rules regarding civil trials and litigation
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
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.
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,
Gov. Brian Kemp's 'tort reform' proposal passes first vote
A sweeping overhaul of civil litigation in Georgia is coursing through the state Senate.
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What is tort reform? Why is Gov. Brian Kemp pushing for it? Here's what you need to know
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has introduced a tort reform package aimed at changing how lawsuits are handled in the state.
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Triple-I: Legislative Reform Essential to Address Impacts of Legal System Abuse on Insurance Costs for Georgia Consumers and Businesses
Triple-I’s report noted that from the mid-2000s through 2014, Georgia residents spent about the same as other Americans on personal auto insurance. However, from 2014 to 2022, household expenditures ...
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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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 ...
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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.