Georgias

Federal Judge Halts Georgia’s Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Inmates, Citing Eighth Amendment Violations

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ATLANTA — A federal judge has temporarily halted the enforcement of a Georgia law that restricts prison inmates from accessing gender-affirming healthcare. The ruling came following a class-action lawsuit filed by nearly 300 transgender individuals incarcerated in the state. Judge Victoria M. Calvert determined that the plaintiffs are likely to prevail in their argument that Georgia Senate Bill 185 breaches the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment. This preliminary injunction permits the reinstatement of hormone therapy and necessary evaluations for treatment, signaling the court’s concern about the potential constitutional violations associated with the … Read more

Trump’s Controversial Voting Law Reforms: Insight from Fair Fight Georgia’s CEO

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ATLANTA, Ga. — As the conversation around voting laws intensifies, former President Donald Trump has stepped into the fray, emphasizing the need for significant changes to the electoral process. Advocates and politicians are now scrutinizing his proposals and the complex landscape of voting laws and policies that frame this issue. Lauren Groh-Wargo, the CEO of Fair Fight Georgia, a prominent advocacy organization focused on voting rights, recently offered her insights on Trump’s initiatives. She highlighted the substantial challenges that come with altering established voting regulations, especially in a politically charged environment. Groh-Wargo articulated concerns over … Read more

Georgia’s Groundbreaking Law Empowers Domestic Violence Survivors to Seek Justice and Shorter Sentences

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ATLANTA – A new law in Georgia promises to bring significant changes for women incarcerated for crimes related to domestic violence. Signed this week by Governor Brian Kemp, the Georgia Justice Survivor Act allows these women to present evidence of abuse during their court proceedings, even after they have been sentenced. This landmark legislation is retroactive, meaning women currently serving time can apply for reduced sentences by demonstrating that their actions were a result of long-term physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. Advocates note that many women in prison were acting in self-defense or facing extreme … Read more

Georgia’s Legal Landscape Faces Crisis as ‘Nuclear Verdicts’ Drive Up Costs and Job Losses

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Atlanta, Georgia – Recent findings from the American Tort Reform Association reveal that hefty court verdicts exceeding $10 million are having a detrimental impact on Georgia’s economy, driving up costs for consumers and threatening jobs. The report identifies Georgia as the fourth state in the organization’s “Judicial Hellholes” ranking, indicating a troubling trend in excessive jury awards that have prompted many businesses to settle lawsuits for substantial amounts. One case highlighted in the report involved a $50 million verdict in DeKalb County related to dental malpractice. A patient claimed she experienced severe pain following a … Read more