Should I Take My Truck Accident Case to Trial?
With an ever-growing number of trucks on our Atlanta roads, it is important to hold all negligent drivers, trucking companies and manufacturers of faulty parts accountable for truck accidents. The best way to hold all negligent parties fully accountable for your accident is by going to trial. When you take your truck accident case to…
Read MoreWhat Should You Do When a Semi-Truck Hits Your Car?
Savannah, Georgia is more than a cultural center and historic town. It is also home to some of the densest semi-truck traffic due to our major seaport. With the fourth busiest sea port in the United States, the city sees anywhere from 10 to 12 thousand truckloads of goods delivered every day, according to FreightWaves.com.…
Read MoreWhat Can I Do to Protect My Rights After an Atlanta Truck Accident?
Being involved in any kind of motor vehicle accident can be scary but being involved in a truck accident – especially if you are in a passenger vehicle – can be downright terrifying. And with good reason: The average passenger car weighs about 4,000+ pounds, according to a 2022 study from the United States Environmental…
Read MoreWhat Are Grade Crossing Railroad Accidents?
Most people do not give much thought to the possibility of a train accident – particularly if they are traveling in a motor vehicle rather than in a train. However, this is a luxury that drivers in Georgia cannot afford. Based on preliminary 2023 data compiled by the United States Department of Transportation Federal Railroad…
Read MoreHarris Lowry Manton Wins Top Litigation Department in Personal Injury in the Southeast for 2023
Harris Lowry Manton won the Southeastern Legal Awards award for Litigation Department of the Year, Personal Injury. The Southeastern Legal Awards honorees are selected by Law.com and Atlanta-based legal publication The Daily Report’s editors and reporters. Winners and finalists were announced April 18 and the award ceremony will be held on June 20 in Atlanta.…
Read MoreMemory Loss Is a Devastating Effect of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have serious and lasting effects on the victim and their family. While mobility issues and cognitive decline are often cited as the most severe, memory loss is especially devastating. Not only can TBIs affect a person’s ability to live a “normal” life, but it can also take an emotional toll…
Read MoreWhy Are So Many Georgia Mothers Dying?
Examining maternal mortality provides valuable insights into a nation’s health. The care provided to pregnant mothers is a cultural thermometer where we can read signals of systemic issues, including inadequate healthcare quality on behalf of medical professionals. When one of these tragedies occurs, it is a horrible moment for families and shines a critical light…
Read MoreHow Does Spinal Cord Trauma Affect Your Body?
Atlanta’s vibrant lifestyle provides diverse opportunities, yet the city’s hustle poses risks of serious injury. From busy superhighways to countless construction jobsites, urban life demands constant awareness in order to mitigate injury risks and embrace all our city has to offer. Serious injuries like spinal cord injuries (SCIs) can affect how a victim’s entire body…
Read MoreCan a Traumatic Brain Injury Cause Seizures?
When a seizure happens, it is like a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain. This abnormal activity can cause a variety of symptoms, depending on which part of the brain is affected. These symptoms can range from brief lapses of attention or muscle jerks to more severe convulsions and loss of consciousness. Research…
Read MoreWhat Makes Motorcycles More Dangerous Than Cars?
The exhilaration of motorcycle riding comes from the thrilling feeling riders have when they are so connected to the road, feeling every mile right under their feet. Part of this thrill comes also from the inherent risks associated with motorcycle use. Riders face a significantly higher risk of fatality in crashes compared to occupants of…
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