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Gov. Kemp says tort reform is his top legislative priority

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has declared tort reform as his top legislative priority for the upcoming session. In his address, Kemp emphasized the need to address what he describes as "frivolous lawsuits" that he believes are driving up insurance costs and hindering economic growth in the state. He argues that these reforms would make Georgia more business-friendly by limiting the ability of plaintiffs to file certain types of lawsuits, particularly those related to medical malpractice and personal injury. Kemp's push for tort reform includes measures like capping non-economic damages in lawsuits, aiming to reduce the financial burden on businesses and healthcare providers. This initiative has sparked a debate between business groups, who support the reforms for creating a more predictable legal environment, and trial lawyers along with consumer advocates, who argue that such changes could limit the rights of individuals to seek fair compensation for legitimate grievances.

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