Gov. Kemp pushes for tort reform to combat rising insurance costs in Georgia
ATLANTA - Gov. Brian Kemp is making tort reform a top priority this legislative session, unveiling new legislation aimed at limiting lawsuits and large settlements in an effort to curb rising insurance costs for businesses across Georgia.
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 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.
Governor Kemp prioritizes tort reform at legislative session
As lawmakers gear up for week two at the Georgia State Capitol, Governor Brian Kemp made tort reform a priority this legislative session.
Gov. Kemp to announce tort reform legislation during press conference Thursday
Gov. Brian Kemp is set to unveil new legislation aimed at reforming Georgia’s legal system to limit lawsuits and large jury verdicts.
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.
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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Kemp’s proposal sets the stage for a high-stakes fight that has divided the Gold Dome for decades.
Gov. Brian Kemp unveils proposed overhaul of legal system he says will bring down insurance costs for Georgians.
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Kemp lays out blueprint for reforming litigation process, lawsuit payouts
ATLANTA — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday reiterated his simple pitch for lawsuit limits: They’ll halt rising insurance costs. The issue, commonly referenced as tort reform, is Kemp’s top priority ...
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