Mar 18, 06:21 PM

Texas and Georgia Lawmakers Advance Lawsuit Limitations Amid Backlash Over $50B Check and $1M Injury Verdict

Texas lawmakers are advancing legislation aimed at limiting lawsuits against trucking companies and capping damages, raising concerns among critics regarding the potential implications of these proposed bills. In Georgia, a similar initiative led by Republican Governor Brian Kemp to restrict lawsuits and large jury verdicts has gained traction, clearing another legislative hurdle and set for a House vote this week. This comes amidst increasing backlash against the tort reform push, as Walmart challenges a $1 million injury verdict, highlighting the contentious nature of these reforms in both states.

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Sources

Daily Report@DailyReport
2 years ago
ICYMI. Amid Georgia Tort Reform Push, Walmart Challenges $1M Injury Verdict https://t.co/3MwLOQQZUg https://t.co/CQBoAy0bv7
WSAV News 3@WSAV
2 years ago
Amid heightened blowback, a push to limit lawsuits in Georgia moves forward https://t.co/EJEE79Guvg via @WSAV
Washington Times Local@WashTimesLocal
2 years ago
Georgia Republican Gov. Brian Kemp's priority bill to limit lawsuits and large jury verdicts cleared another hurdle amid mounting pushback and is set for a House vote this week. https://t.co/BzIPhPIcqN

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