What Does “Defective Product” Really Mean?
A defective product is one that does not work the way it should. The purpose of a product liability lawsuit is to hold to account a manufacturer or distribution company for their legal responsibility for any damages caused by a defective or dangerous product. Manufacturers are obligated to make their products work the way they…
Read MoreIs Tesla’s Semi a Safer Alternative to Other Trucks?
News that Tesla was going to begin producing versions of a semi-truck was released in 2017. Production dates have been pushed back a couple of times, but if they can pull it off, will it make the roadways safer? Production of the electric truck has now been slated for late 2020, but if it hits…
Read MorePutting Patriots First: New Bill Would Allow Veterans to Sue for Medical Malpractice
The men and women who serve our country make many sacrifices. One of those sacrifices shouldn’t be receiving subpar medical care. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what many active duty and retired veterans have received over the decades when the government should have been taking care of them. That is why Louisiana Senator John Kennedy introduced a…
Read MorePartner Jeff Harris Recognized as One of Georgia Trend’s 2019 “Legal Elite”
Harris Lowry Manton LLP is proud to announce that partner Jeff Harris has been honored as a top attorney in Georgia, having been named in Georgia Trend’s 2019 “Legal Elite” issue. Georgia Trend magazine is the only statewide publication in the Georgia market, and focuses on business, politics and economic development. For the last 17…
Read MoreMore Than a Million Vehicles Recalled in Two Days
In the course of 48 hours recalls have been issued for over one million vehicles from two of the three biggest US car makers. Fiat Chrysler has recalled Jeep and Dodge SUVs, while General Motors has recalled pickup trucks. Who initiates a car recall? The vehicle recall process is typically initiated by the auto manufacturer…
Read MoreDoes Insurance Compensate a Pedestrian Hit by a Driver?
In most cases, a car insurance policy will cover the damages when a pedestrian is hit by a car. However, there are times when the policy may not be enough to cover those damages, or when there some question as to who is responsible for the collision. Under Georgia law, drivers are required to have…
Read MoreBroker and Shipper Liability in Truck Accidents
A broker, or third-party logistics provider (3PL), is a company that offers logistics services around shipping operations. A 3PL may provide a single service or an entire bundle of services involving supply chain management. This means the 3PL company may not actually haul loads of cargo itself, but instead contract with motor carriers to have…
Read MoreWho Is Liable in a Moving Truck Accident?
If you have ever rented a U-Haul to move, you know how stressful it can be. The truck is bigger and boxier than your car, and the sightlines and blind spots are different. Other drivers may try to speed up to pass you, or you can find yourself stuck on a narrow road, hoping you…
Read MoreInternal Organs Commonly Damaged in Car Crashes
When a vehicle moving at highway speeds collides with another vehicle or object, the physical impact on the occupants of the vehicle can lead to serious, even permanent, injuries or death. Many of these blunt force trauma events can cause various life-threatening injuries, including damage to internal organs. The spleen Due to its position in…
Read MoreLiability for Non-Traumatic Brain Injuries
When we hear about brain injuries, we typically think of blows to the head, as commonly happen in car accidents, assaults or other severe physical trauma. However, not all brain injuries are caused by a violent external force to the head. Many result from non-traumatic causes, like medical errors, lack of oxygen to the brain,…
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