Feb 21, 2025 · Civil Practice; substantive and comprehensive revision of provisions regarding civil practice, evidentiary matters, damages, and liability in tort actions; provide.

20 hours ago · The Georgia House of Representatives has passed Senate Bill 68, a tort reform bill backed by Gov. Brian Kemp, that aims to limit excessive lawsuits and create a more balanced litigation environment.

25 SB 68/CSFA 42 opportunity to argue, provided that such argument shall be rationally related to the 43 evidence of noneconomic damages and shall not make reference to objects or values having 44 no rational connection to the facts proved by the evidence. 45 (d) If counsel elicits any testimony, or makes any argument or reference, prohibited ...

19 hours ago · The amended measure, SB 68, passed in a 91-82 vote, reflecting the sharp debate that's emerged around tort reform, or changes to the civil legal process. Among the big features of the bill would ...

23 hours ago · Lawmakers watch as the vote is tallied on Senate Bill 68 in the House chambers of the Georgia State Capitol on Thursday, March 20, 2025. (Matthew Pearson/WABE) Supporters like House Speaker Jon Burns say the overhaul will reign in big payouts from civil lawsuits, which they say are fueling high insurance premiums and suffocating businesses and ...

3 days ago · Meanwhile, House Republicans applauded the committee’s passage of SB 68, with Speaker Jon Burns, a Newington Republican, reiterating his support for Kemp’s legislation. “Each provision included in Senate Bill 68 has been meticulously crafted to ensure fairness for Georgia’s businesses and citizens alike,” Burns said in a statement ...

20 hours ago · Senate Bill 68, according to Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) is designed to offer “common-sense solutions to protect the rights of Georgians who have been harmed, while ensuring ...