Sovereign immunity remains a threshold jurisdictional question
1/4/24
By: Amy B. Cowan
In a decision that clarifies the jurisdictional nature of the immunity, the Georgia Supreme Court recently upheld sovereign immunity as a threshold determination that must be considered and ruled upon before a court reaches the merits …
Officer that utilized deadly force in response to “furtive gesture” entitled to qualified immunity
11/30/23
By: Cara M. Wright
Video evidence has become more prevalent in §1983 cases as law enforcement agencies have increased the use of dash cameras and body-worn cameras. Frequently, video recordings are used by litigants to refute testimony of an opposing …
Lights, Camera, (Less Than an) Action!
6/22/23
By: Elissa B. Haynes and Carlos A. Fernández
Usually, the courts do not take issue when litigating parties stipulate to an agreement—especially when the parties are agreeing to dismiss claims. However, the courts will not turn a blind eye to …