Katheryn Tucker

December 12, 2019 | Daily Report Online

The new home for the Georgia Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals has been under construction for two years and under consideration for 20. It's finally almost ready for its close-up. Here are some debut dates.

By Katheryn Tucker

3 minute read

December 12, 2019 | Daily Report Online

"Justice Benham represents one of the greatest leaders in the legal profession," UGA President Jere W. Morehead said. "We are honored to welcome him back to campus for this important lecture."

By Katheryn Tucker

4 minute read

December 10, 2019 | Daily Report Online

"I decided to run for this office because I believe we need more balance on the Supreme Court. We don't know who the governor is going to choose for this seat, so we need to reserve judgment," said former Rep. John Barrow, D-Georgia.

By Katheryn Tucker

3 minute read

December 10, 2019 | Daily Report Online

"This is the best closing argument I've ever seen, but it doesn't remotely resemble an opening statement," Jeff Harris of Harris Lowry Manton said of his opponent, David Dial of Weinberg Wheeler Hudgins Gunn & Dial.

By Katheryn Tucker

5 minute read

December 09, 2019 | Daily Report Online

"Justice Benham has certainly earned the right to conclude his illustrious legal career in the way he deems most appropriate," said Alcovy Circuit Superior Court Judge Horace Johnson Jr., one of four candidates who had been planning to run for Benham's open seat next year. Now, plans have changed.

By Katheryn Tucker

6 minute read

December 04, 2019 | Daily Report Online

John Bernecker, 33, died from a 25-foot stunt fall off a balcony on "The Walking Dead" set in 2017. His parents, Susan and Hagen Bernecker, are suing AMC and affiliated entities, alleging they cut corners on budgets and safety. The defendants have denied liability, saying the death was a tragic accident.

By Katheryn Tucker

6 minute read

December 03, 2019 | Daily Report Online

"This job is on schedule and under budget," said Marvin Woodward, Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission deputy executive director. "We're proud of that."

By Katheryn Tucker

6 minute read

November 20, 2019 | Daily Report Online

The federal government paid $587,300 in attorney fees, costs and compensatory damages plus $812,700 as a settlement amount. to Dr. Michael Malison, according to an agreement signed by lawyers on both sides.

By Katheryn Tucker

2 minute read

November 19, 2019 | Daily Report Online

"Georgia is a leader in the fight against human trafficking in our state and beyond, and I am very proud that my alma mater, The University of Georgia, has received this funding to remain at the forefront of international efforts to end this horrific form of modern-day slavery," Attorney General Chris Carr said.

By Katheryn Tucker

3 minute read

November 19, 2019 | Daily Report Online

The halls of the Georgia Supreme Court and Court of Appeals are now outfitted with packing materials and boxes as movers prepare to take the justices, judges and their staffs to the new $131 million judicial building.

By Katheryn Tucker

5 minute read