University of Georgia Law School Student Jonathan Fagundes Is the Recipient of the 2021 Harris Lowry Manton LLP Civil Justice Scholarship
Harris Lowry Manton LLP is pleased to announce that Jonathan Fagundes, a first-year student at the University of Georgia School of Law, has been awarded the Harris Lowry Manton LLP Civil Justice Scholarship for 2021. Jonathan is a native of La Grange, Ga., and earned his B.A. in Political Science and Women’s Studies from the…
Read MoreTruck Accident Forced Closure of Interstate I-16 in Georgia, Highlighting Dangers of Hopper Trucks on Roadways
A tractor-trailer with a bed similar to a dump truck slammed into a bridge that runs over a portion of Georgia’s I-16 on July 15, 2021. The accident, which occurred overnight, caused significant structural damage and forced the bridge to be demolished in order for the interstate to reopen. CBS Atlanta reported that the truck…
Read MoreBurn Injuries and Skin Grafts
Second- and third-degree burn injuries often leave serious scars and disfigurement. Severe burns can also cause functional damage and a great deal of pain. Surgical treatments may require breathing assistance, the use of a feeding tube, addressing blood flow problems, skin grafts, and plastic surgery. Other treatments – including physical therapy and psychological counseling –…
Read MoreAvoiding Georgia Boating Accidents This Summer
The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area near Atlanta, Lake Lanier, the Savannah River, and the Savannah Harbor are popular places to spend the day on a boat. During the warm weather months – and even during a good part of the spring and fall – the rivers, lakes, and streams in and around Georgia are…
Read MoreJoshua H. Dorminy Selected for 2021-22 LEAD Program
Harris Lowry Manton LLP is proud to announce that Associate Attorney Josh Dorminy has been selected to participate in the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association’s (GTLA) 19th annual Leadership Education and Advanced Direction (LEAD) Program for 2021-2022. Josh is the only Savannah-area attorney to be selected this year, and will be one of 19 participants from…
Read MoreConsumer Product Safety Commission Issues New Infant Sleep Product Safety Rule
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: placing an infant in a baby sleeper they believe has been properly vetted for safety, only to be devastated when the child is injured, often fatally, because the product is unsafe. One popular baby sleeper, the Rock ‘n Play manufactured by Fisher-Price, was recently banned by the Consumer Product Safety…
Read MoreSunscreen Products Investigated for Containing Benzene, a Known Cancer-Causing Chemical
The summer season is just beginning. The temperatures in Atlanta, Savannah and across Georgia will likely reach the high 90s during many days. Even lower temperatures can cause sunburns and sun damage when the sky is clear and the sun is shining brightly. According to Fox4KC, the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is being…
Read MoreFlorida Condo Was Being Upgraded When It Collapsed
On Thursday, June 24, a condo in Surfside, Florida suffered a “pancake” collapse – where the collapse starts at the top and continues straight through to the ground floor – killing one resident, injuring 10, and leaving 99 residents unaccounted for thus far. The pictures coming out of the Miami-Dade area are apocalyptic looking: an…
Read MoreTesla’s Loose Caliper Bolts Led to Recall of About 6,000 Vehicles
Defective car parts cause deaths, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, amputations, broken bones, and other serious injuries. Car manufacturers must never place profit before the safety of the public. The families of deceased victims and injured traffic victims have the right to file a product liability lawsuit against manufacturers who make defective parts if…
Read MoreFireworks Displays Must Be Conducted Safely to Avoid Serious Injuries
When the Founding Fathers wrote the Declaration of Independence, John Adams said, “It will be celebrated with pomp and parade, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other.” With the re-opening of the country in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be fireworks celebrations across Georgia and the rest…
Read MoreRental Trucks and Trailers – Accidents Waiting to Happen
Rental truck companies (like U-Haul, Budget, Penske, or Enterprise) provide easy access to moving trucks and vans for people who are moving to a new home or apartment, or just need to move a bunch of stuff at one time. Big-box home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s provide hourly vehicle rentals to transport…
Read MoreWho’s at Fault in a Parking Lot or Parking Garage Crash?
Parking lots can offer some of the most chaotic driving situations you’ll ever encounter – if you’ve gone shopping on Black Friday, you know what we mean. Even with a low speed limit, accidents in parking lots and parking garages can end in tragedy, especially for pedestrians and small children. Whether it’s a parking lot…
Read MoreRecall Issued for all Peloton Treadmills After CPSC Warning
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), an independent federal regulatory agency created to protect the public against the risk of injury and death from unsafe consumer products, recently issued a warning regarding a model of the widely popular Peloton exercise machine after investigating reports of a child killed in an accident involving a Peloton…
Read MoreWhen a Breech Birth Causes Injuries
In a conventional labor and delivery, the baby is born head first. However, some babies settle into what’s called the “breech” position, where the feet and/or buttocks are set up to enter the birth canal first. A breech birth is considered high-risk, as the baby has a greater potential to become wedged or stuck in…
Read MoreWhy Intersections Are at the Root of So Many Collisions
Intersections, where several streets or road come together, tend to be the scene of many motor vehicle accidents. Increased traffic congestion, multiple signage, distracted drivers, pedestrians and cyclists – all of these factors can add to the risk of a collision and injuries. No matter what the reason for the crash, statistics show that a…
Read MoreNew Boater Safety Law in Effect as of April 1, 2021
A boating safety law authorized by the U.S. Coast Guard officially went into effect on April 1, 2021 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. This legislation requires recreational boaters to use a kill switch, or engine cutoff switch, on vessels less than 26 feet in length. A kill switch allows the engine to…
Read MoreSupreme Court Declines to Hear Former Wrestlers’ Brain Damage Case
On April 26, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from several former professional wrestlers who alleged that World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) failed to protect them from repeated head injuries that led to brain damage. The case had previously been dismissed by a lower court on a technicality and is reportedly the final…
Read MoreOlder Adults Face Severe Risks from Broken Bones
Think about how many ways you can potentially break your bones in any given day. When you really get down to it, it’s incredible that we’re designed to be so resilient because there’s the potential for physical injury at every turn. “50 is the new 30” sounds like a great slogan, and people are definitely…
Read MoreA Fiery Van Rollover in Atlanta Led to Six Deaths and 10 Injuries
On Saturday, a van carrying 16 people burst into flames on I-85 in Gwinnett County. An investigation is currently underway as to what caused the van to rollover and burst into flames. WSB-TV Atlanta reports that investigators believe another vehicle may have been involved, and FOX 5 Atlanta confirms that report, saying witnesses at the…
Read MoreUpdate: Military Medical Malpractice Claims Are Still Unprocessed
As a coastal state, Georgia is home to 13 military bases crossing all branches of service. Many Georgia citizens have honorably served our country and been active community members, business owners, law enforcement officers, teachers, and unfortunately, victims. Military personnel have not only fought to protect our country, but also must fight to protect a…
Read MoreA Routine Colonoscopy Can Hurt You
A colonoscopy is one of the most sensitive tests for detecting colon cancer, but it is not without risk. Every medical procedure carries risk, and anyone undergoing a procedure should be given a warning about the potential complications. However, if you make an informed decision and something goes awry, you have not necessarily forfeited your…
Read MoreWhy Is There a Car in My Living Room?
You never really think about it until it happens to you. You’re sitting there enjoying a quiet evening at home and then, out of nowhere, chaos strikes. There’s a loud crash and suddenly part of your home appears to have become part of a movie stunt, only the car crashing through your wall wasn’t part…
Read MoreCould a Mammogram Actually Cause Cancer?
In this world of constantly evolving medical marvels, it’s hard to think that procedures designed to save our lives could potentially take them. There are thousands of tests that can be performed to detect health issues across every part of our bodies. Some are newer, while others just offer a more modern twist on an…
Read MoreDeadly Plane Crash in Gainesville, GA Prompts Investigation
Late on a Friday evening earlier this year, a single-engine plane crashed in Gainesville, Georgia, killing all three people inside. The pilot and passengers were on their way to Daytona Beach, Florida. Authorities were alerted to the crash when a passerby called 911 regarding debris in the road and nearby woods. No other people were…
Read MoreHarris Lowry Manton LLP Honors Legacy of U.S. Congressman and Civil Rights Leader John Lewis
The team at Harris Lowry Manton, LLP recently unveiled a commissioned portrait of the late U.S. Congressman and Civil Rights leader John Lewis at the firm’s Atlanta office in Brookhaven. This portrait hangs in a place of honor as a reminder of Congressman Lewis’s unyielding pursuit of equality and passionate commitment to justice. Harris Lowry…
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