Jed Manton is committed to representing individuals and business that have been harmed by the actions of others. With a solid track record, Jed has helped numerous clients who have been seriously injured or who have lost a loved one obtain justice, while holding the wrongdoer accountable.
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Consumer 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 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 MoreWords Matter When It Comes to Safety of Autonomous Vehicles
The phrase “self-driving car” may conjure the ability to check email, read, get some work done, or even indulge in a morning coffee and bagel, all while safely riding to work. It’s a dream come true to get some of that time back every day, especially for workers with long commutes. Unfortunately, that terminology is…
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 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 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 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 MoreAmazon Continues to Evade Liability for Dangerous Products
In the ongoing liability battle that varies from state-to-state as to whether Amazon owes any duty to protect its customers, a federal judge in Illinois ruled that the retail giant won’t be held responsible for injuries caused by defective products sold on the website. This doesn’t look like it’s going to be a well settled…
Read MoreDangerous Gender Reveal Parties Can End in Injury
Anticipating the arrival of a baby is an exciting time. While some parents-to-be still opt to be surprised at the sex of the baby, others have jumped on the bandwagon of gender reveal parties. These gatherings to announce and celebrate that you’re expecting a boy or girl have grown in popularity to the point where…
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