Kemp wants to revise Georgia tort law. Here’s a primer
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has rolled out a sweeping package of proposals to curb civil litigation – and he says he wants a bill on his desk by the end of the legislative session.
Georgia Gov. Kemp wants to limit lawsuits. But would that keep insurance rates from rising?
Georgia. Gov. Brian Kemp is reiterating his pitch for lawsuit limits, saying they will halt rising insurance costs. The reality, though, is more complicated.
Georgia governor touts tort reform: 5 things to know
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp emphasized his commitment to reforming tort laws in the state in a press conference Jan. 28, News 10 reported Jan. 29. Here are five things to know about the governor's proposal.
Georgia governor vows tort reform legislation will reduce insurance costs
Opponents of the proposal, however, argue it strips Georgians of their right to seek compensation for injuries suffered from the negligence of large corporations.
Gov. Brian Kemp continues to preach need for tort reform
Tort reform has been a goal of Georgia Republicans and their allies in the business community for decades. But most of their efforts have fizzed amid opposition from legislative Democrats and the trial lawyers lobby worried that imposing restrictions on lawsuits would rob victims in liability cases of their day in court.
Kemp rolls out tort reform proposal
Gov. Brian Kemp unveiled legislation to reform Georgia’s legal system the goal is to limit lawsuits and large jury verdicts in an effort called tort reform. The governor says it is his top priority this legislative session.
Gov. Kemp announces tort reform plan
Tort reform is Gov. Brian Kemp's top legislative priority this session. Donald Trump's Approval Rating Now Higher Than in First Term Several victims of Washington DC plane crash were US Figure Skating Championship contestants Marianne Faithfull,
Kemp unveils comprehensive tort reform package
Gov. Brian Kemp unveiled comprehensive tort reform legislation Thursday aimed at reining in huge jury verdicts Republicans say are making it hard for Georgia citizens and businesses to afford insurance premiums.
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Governor Kemp wants tort reform. Democrats say his ideas are thin and vague.
Governor Brian Kemp proposes tort reform to reduce insurance rates, but Democrats oppose, citing consumer protection and ...
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Gov. Kemp unveils plan for tort reform, says it will lower insurance costs
Tort reform has been an item on the governor’s legislative wish list for a while, and he said it could lead to lower ...
A Plan Is Brewing to Limit Big-Dollar Suits in Georgia—and Lawyers Have Mixed Feelings
Two weeks after Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp pledged to make tort reform a legislative priority in his State of the State address, ...
Governor unveils plan to help rein in what he calls abusive lawsuits against Georgia
Kemp laid out his plans to overhaul parts of Georgia’s legal system to curb what he calls frivolous lawsuits that drive up ...
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Gov. Kemp pushes for tort reform to combat rising insurance costs in Georgia
Gov. Brian Kemp is set to unveil new legislation aimed at reforming Georgia’s legal system to limit lawsuits and large jury ...
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What is tort reform? And why The AJC doesn’t call it that.
Gov. Brian Kemp announced his proposal to overhaul Georgia's civil litigation laws, but what does he mean when he says "tort reform?" ...
Kemp outlines 'priority' reform measure
It would revise rules that govern lawsuits which he said are raising insurance rates and costs for businesses.
Georgia lawmakers focus on regional budget goals
With more than 200 lawmakers under the gold dome, Georgia state senators and representatives are prioritizing regional ...