Georgia’s New Tort Reform Bill (H.B. 1089) Is Dangerous to Injury Victims
The Georgia Legislature is working through a series of bills they claim will supposedly “streamline” the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) and reduce costs for everyone. Whenever legislators discussing streamlining our code of laws for cost reduction, what they are really talking about is tort reform – a process that seeks to limit the…
Read MoreWhat Three Unrelated Truck Wrecks Can Teach Us about Traveling during a Pandemic
Tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles are constant companions when you travel in Georgia, and Atlanta sees its fair share of truck wrecks and multi-vehicle crashes. On April 1st, there were three completely unrelated tractor-trailer wrecks, all of which occurred before lunch time: One crash on I-85 northbound, which blocked traffic at exit 66 One on I-675…
Read MoreUnanchored Furniture Causes Injuries and Deaths
It’s hard to turn on your television without running across a home renovation show. There are entire channels dedicated to updating homes, and construction shows have turned hosts into brands for everything from wall paint to furniture. The DIY revolution has empowered a lot of homeowners to use the same design inspiration by finding less…
Read MoreAtlanta Now Has a Zero-Chase Policy for Police Pursuits
How many times have you seen police chases on the news? Even television shows like Cops and Live P.D. routinely display police pursuits unfolding right in front of us, but from a safe distance. Anyone over the age of 35 is familiar with the most notorious chase in modern history when O.J. Simpson led police…
Read MoreFournier’s Gangrene Linked to Type 2 Diabetes Drugs
More than 34 million Americans suffer from diabetes, and approximately 90 to 95% of diabetics have type 2 diabetes. Sodium-glucose Cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors, a class of prescription drugs used to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes, are marketed as reducing the risk of end-stage kidney disease and other complications of type 2…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Car Crash Checklist for Teenagers
We always worry about new drivers being on the road, but knowing what to do in the event of a car crash is an entirely different kind of concern. Anything can go wrong causing injury out on the road. Your only concern is making sure that your teen comes home safely, which doesn’t always happen.…
Read MoreHow Amazon Avoids Accountability in Product Liability Claims
If you have the internet you’ve probably engaged in online shopping. The largest American online retail giant, Amazon, is likely a place you’ve trusted to spend your hard earned money. It’s become almost fashionable to shop with Amazon for everything from groceries to cars, and its streamlined delivery process makes it that much more attractive…
Read MoreWill New Trucking Technology Help Save Lives by Addressing Fatigue?
There are many dangers associated with driving eighteen wheelers. It seems like we hear about a major trucking accident almost every day. Either a semi has jack-knifed, lost control because of shifting loads or faulty equipment, or because the truck driver has fallen asleep from exhaustion. Driver fatigue is a very real issue in the…
Read MoreHarris Lowry Manton LLP Attorneys Named to Super Lawyers, Georgia Top 100, and Rising Stars
Harris Lowry Manton LLP is proud to announce that founding partners and award-winning trial lawyers Jeffrey R. Harris, Stephen G. Lowry and Jed D. Manton were selected for inclusion in the 2020 Georgia Super Lawyers List. Firm partner Yvonne S. Godfrey, and associate Andrew J. Conn were honored as Rising Stars. In addition, Harris and…
Read MoreFour Dead Reinforces Risks of Flying Small Aircraft
With the recent death of Kobe Bryant, his pilot, and numerous passengers on board his chartered helicopter in the Calabasas hillside, the danger of flying small aircraft has been pushed to the forefront of the news. Now, just weeks later, a Cessna Citation twin-engine jet disappeared from radar and crashed in Gordon County, killing the…
Read MoreEveryday Products Can Cause Chemical Burns
Maintaining your home takes a lot of effort. An entire aisle at the grocery store is dedicated to cleaning supplies for virtually every possible household situation. While these products are loaded with germ-killing, grease-fighting capabilities, they may be more harmful than helpful. Many every day products you find in your home have the ability to…
Read MoreDistracted Rideshare Drivers Are Causing Injuries
Every month there are approximately 127 million people in the U.S. hailing rides using Uber or Lyft services. These services were created to help riders in numerous situations. They help curb drunk driving, they allow people to avoid crowded parking, and they’ve become a convenience many users can no longer imagine getting by without. Safely…
Read MoreAutonomous Vehicles Are Here: Approach with Caution
We’ve all been watching the evolution of self-driving vehicles. What once was a futuristic notion has now become our reality. There are currently six levels of autonomous vehicles on our roads, with more levels to come. The difference between them varies based upon how much or how little the automobile can operate without human interaction…
Read MoreUnhappy Holidays as Children’s Toys Are Recalled
The holidays are finally behind us and our kids have begun settling in with those new toys they excitedly tore the wrapping paper from. It’s time to take a look at some of the hazards that have been exposed recently that may be lurking in your home that could send your child to the emergency…
Read MoreProtecting Your Loved One from Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
When you make the heart wrenching decision to place your loved into a nursing home, you do so expecting that he or she will receive compassion and the highest level of care possible. While you may have your loved one’s best interest at heart, sometimes the people who are being entrusted to extend your family…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Space Heaters
Buying space heaters can seem like such a great idea to some people. They add an element of coziness to any room, and they can help save money on your electric bill by allowing you to lower the thermostat without freezing. For others, they can be a necessity. Maybe your HVAC system has broken down…
Read MoreChange in Legislation Now Allows Military Personnel to File Medical Malpractice Claims
For decades, United States servicemembers and their families have been unable to sue the federal government for medical malpractice or wrongful death, due to a 70-year-old court ruling known as the Feres Doctrine. However, this is about to change with the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act. If you are or have been stationed at a…
Read MoreWho’s Responsible for Apartment Complex Safety?
There are thousands of apartment complexes across Georgia where people from all walks of life reside. The one thing they all have in common is the right to being safe in and around their homes. The only thing that changes is who actually carries the responsible of safeguarding residents and their visitors. Regardless of where…
Read MoreBuprenorphine Supposedly Cures Opioid Addiction, if You Can Get It
The opioid crisis has been in effect for years, but it’s receiving much less attention these days. It’s an ironic twist that prescription medication is being peddled to help those addicted to prescription medication. As of 2017, there were 2.3 million people addicted to opioids in the United States with 47,000 deaths as a result.…
Read MoreA Recap of BMW Recalls for 2019
With so many BMW aficionados running around, it’s important that everyone keep up to date with the issues these vehicles may experience on the road. As a driver, you need to know what may be happening with your vehicle so that you can get it repaired before harming yourself or anyone else. As a driver…
Read MoreTragic Death of 20-Year-Old Construction Worker in Savannah Highlights Safety Issues, Options for Seeking Justice
On January 6, Daniel Blackmore, a 20-year-old construction worker in Savannah, Georgia was killed at a construction site near President Street at 100 SeaPoint Boulevard after being crushed by a piece of heavy equipment weighing about 11 tons. About a dozen members of the Savannah Fire Department, as well as a crane operator, removed Daniel…
Read MoreWhen Semi Trucks Cause Hit and Run Accidents
With so many vehicles on the roadways, collisions have just become an inconvenient part of life. Sometimes you’re fortunate to get away without a scratch except for your paint job. Others are not so simple, causing tragic injuries and death. Collisions are hard enough to deal with when you know who the at-fault driver is,…
Read MoreHeartburn Medication Recall is Causing a Lot of Headaches
Nobody enjoys taking medication. Unfortunately, a lot of people need medication either to live with a medical condition or to make life a little easier. Heartburn is one of those medical marvels that can go either direction depending upon the severity of your condition. Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux. If acid reflux gets…
Read MoreVaping Illnesses Are on the Rise
Most smokers are aware of at least one or more health dangers they face due to their nicotine addiction. When e- cigarettes entered the marketplace about a decade ago, they were promoted and accepted as a popular alternative for those desiring to quit smoking. Vaping was considered the safer, perhaps even healthier, option. The popularity…
Read MoreHarris Lowry Manton Secures $8.6 Million Verdict in “The Walking Dead” Wrongful Death Claim
Harris Lowry Manton LLP has obtained a $8.6 million verdict on behalf of Susan Bernecker, mother of late stuntman John Bernecker, who fell to his death while performing a stunt on the set of the AMC program The Walking Dead in July 2017 in Senoia, Georgia. Bernecker was only 33 and was a rising stunt…
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