Georgia Statutes
§ 51-7-85 — Exclusive remedy
Georgia § 51-7-85
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O.C.G.A. § 51-7-85 (2026).
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On and after April 3, 1989, no claim other than as provided in this article or in Code Section 9-15-14 shall be allowed, whether statutory or common law, for the torts of malicious use of civil proceedings, malicious abuse of civil process, nor abusive litigation, provided that claims filed prior to such date shall not be affected. This article is the exclusive remedy for abusive litigation.
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