What happened: Less than a year after being labeled a “Judicial Hellhole,” Georgia has earned recognition as a “Tort Reform Trailblazer” following the passage of major lawsuit reforms.

Tell me more: Signed into law by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R), Georgia Senate Bills (SB) 68 and 69 clamped down on abusive litigation practices and established disclosure requirements for third-party litigation funding. 

• Specifically, SB 68 restricted “phantom damages” and jury anchoring—so that plaintiffs’ attorneys can no longer suggest arbitrary, excessive medical damage amounts.
• SB 69 establishes comprehensive regulations for third-party litigation funding, increases transparency and bans foreign influence in Georgia’s courts.

In his own words: “Gov. Kemp exhibited bold leadership this year by working with lawmakers to tackle abusive litigation practices and increase transparency. Georgia is sending a clear message that it is open for business and committed to protecting both its citizens and job creators.” — Tiger Joyce, President of the American Tort Reform Association

TLR Thoughts: Georgia’s reforms highlight how quickly meaningful change can restore balance to the civil justice system. TLR will continue advocating for reforms in Texas that rein in lawsuit abuse and prioritize Texas families and the job creators—the backbone of the Lone Star State.

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