Georgia’s S.B. 69 and a Jury Pool Poised to Punish Corporate Defendants: Why Transparency and Strategy Matter More Than Ever
Georgia’s legal environment is entering a new era, and corporate defendants should take note. The state’s recently enacted Senate Bill 69, a sweeping regulation of third-party litigation funding (“TPLF”), arrives at the same time a new national study shows jurors are increasingly willing to punish large corporations, even if it
Navigating the Shifting Tides: Three Critical ERISA Rulings Shaping Benefit Plan Management
The first half of 2025 delivered a series of landmark decisions in Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) cases, creating new challenges and clarifications for employers, plan fiduciaries, and third-party administrators alike. These rulings, ranging from the U.S. Supreme Court to federal district courts, signal significant shifts in the landscape
Florida – Potential Repeal on Major Restrictions for Medical Malpractice Claims: What It Means for Healthcare Providers and Insurers
Florida’s legislature has passed a significant change to the state’s medical malpractice laws, repealing what has been dubbed by the plaintiff’s bar as the “free kill” provision. This change may have substantial implications for insurers, healthcare providers, and hospital systems across the State. With the final senate vote of 33
Georgia’s New Tort Reform: A Win for Insurers and Businesses
Recently, Georgia took a major step toward fairness in its judicial system with the introduction and passage of comprehensive tort reform legislation. Spearheaded by Governor Brian Kemp, this reform targets the runaway litigation costs and excessive jury awards that have driven insurance premiums to unsustainable levels. By curbing lawsuit abuse
