GAA Legislative Call to Action

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The Problem...
Due to state tort laws that currently support increasingly lucrative premises liability lawsuits, apartment properties are having difficulty securing premises liability insurance coverage. When coverage is available, the premiums are astronomically higher than in other states, with annual cost increases far surpassing other operating expenses and inflation.

The Solution...
We need immediate legislative action to reform Georgia’s state tort laws. For our industry, that translates to supporting changes in law that better define reasonable care and limit damages.

What Happens if Nothing Changes...
• Increased Nuclear Jury Verdicts
• Continued Insurance Premium Price Hikes
• Loss of Liability Coverage Availability—More Insurance providers pull out of Georgia
• Higher Deductibles with Lower Coverage Limits

Ultimately -
Property owners, professional management companies and capital investment will leave Georgia to do business in neighboring states with more favorable legal climates.

We need your help now more than ever before. Our political opponents on Tort Reform (Georgia’s Trial Attorneys) have deep pockets and an extensive grassroots network. Stay tuned for more reminders and opportunities to get involved with this effort. Every single phone call and email to a legislator matters!

What you can do TODAY:
• Email Your State Legislators! Follow this link to identify your state representative and senator and send them an email with the concerns listed above and your personal stories of insurance rate hikes or difficulty finding coverage. Let them know we need relief NOW!  Be sure to also send notes to these key legislators:
Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones - burt.jones@senate.ga.gov
Speaker of the House Jon Burns - jon.burns@house.ga.gov

Not Sure What to Say?
Check out our letter template and Tort Reform One Pager!

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