As Georgia lawmakers begin the 2025 legislative session, they are set to consider Gov. Brian Kemp’s new priority: a major tort reform package. This reform, introduced through Senate Bills 68 and 69, seeks to change how property owners are held responsible for crimes or injuries that happen on their property.
Michael Neff is an Atlanta attorney specializing in premises liability who has raised concerns. He joined WABE’s “All Things Considered” to explain his industry’s side of the argument.
Neff said the proposed changes would reduce accountability for property owners in certain situations, which could make it harder for victims of crimes or accidents to win lawsuits.
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