One of the nation’s top trial attorneys, Jeff Harris is an award-winning litigator who handles high-profile, complex cases across a wide variety of practice areas. He excels at securing justice for clients who have been seriously injured or killed, holding responsible parties accountable for their actions as well as their negligence.
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PTSD and Emotional Distress Claims After an Accident
If you’ve ever had a loved one involved in an accident, the first thing you probably thought about was the physical injuries, rather than the emotional fallout of the collision. Broken bones and lacerations are immediately visible, while mental health conditions caused by collisions can take days or weeks to show up. Post-traumatic stress disorder,…
Read MoreTragic Explosion at Tennessee Plant Kills 16
News outlets report a massive explosion on October 10, 2025, at the Accurate Energetic Systems (AES) explosives manufacturing plant in Centerville, near McEwen, Tennessee. Tragically, the event killed 16 people, placing it among the state’s deadliest industrial accidents. The blast spread debris over a two-mile area and could be felt up to 15 miles away.…
Read MoreThe High Cost of SCI Rehab in Georgia—and How to Include It in Your Claim
A spinal cord injury (SCI) can change everything about a person’s life—how they feel physically, how they feel mentally, what they can do independently, and how their time is spent. There are few injuries more serious and life-changing than a spinal cord injury. While people generally know that this type of injury is expensive, they…
Read MoreWhy Early Medical Treatment is Crucial Under Georgia Law
After a car accident or serious fall, your first instinct is to check if you are injured. If you do not feel any immediate severe pain or see any blood, it is natural to breathe a sigh of relief and assume you are in the clear. This is when many people deny medical care and…
Read MoreGeorgia Scores an F on the March of Dimes 2024 Report Card
What is the March of Dimes? The March of Dimes is an 87-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to research, programs, education, and advocacy for mothers and babies “regardless of wealth, race, gender, or geography.” The organization began with the help of President Franklin D. Roosevelt whose “personal struggle with polio led to the creation of the…
Read MoreGeneral Motors Recalls Nearly 60,000 Trucks and SUVS Due to the Risk of Engine Failure
Trucks are difficult to drive when they’re in good operating condition. That’s why drivers need a special commercial driver’s license. When trucks have defects, accidents can easily happen which can cause injuries and deaths. The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and truck manufacturers themselves issue recalls when complaints and investigations indicate that a…
Read MoreHow Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer after a Car Accident in Georgia?
Everybody believes that lawyers are expensive — don’t they? If you’re a broke car accident victim, out of work pending recovery from your injuries, can you afford a lawyer to represent you for a personal injury claim? The answer that will surprise many people is actually yes, you absolutely can if you have a strong…
Read MoreWhat Is a No-Zone Accident?
Have you ever seen that bumper sticker, often on large tractor-trailers: “If you can’t see my mirrors, I can’t see you.” You would not want to be driving next to a commercial truck if it could not see you. A no-zone accident refers to a truck accident that occurs because you entered a large truck’s…
Read MoreGarbage Truck Accidents in Atlanta, GA
The truck accident attorneys at Harris Lowry Manton LLP often deal with the aftermath of commercial truck accidents, like big rigs and tractor-trailers. However, we also see the consequences of crashes involving other commercial vehicles, like garbage trucks. Garbage trucks are a common sight on our roads and in our neighborhoods, often operating from the…
Read MoreHow To File A Complaint Against A Nursing Home In Georgia
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 1 in 60 adults living in senior care facilities will experience some form of abuse in any given year. While we all hope that our elders will be treated with respect, kindness, and compassion within residential and healthcare settings, the sad reality is that many facilities find…
Read MoreWhat to Do if You’re in a Walmart Truck Accident
Walmart is one of the largest retailers in the United States, with a longstanding reputation for its committed delivery services. Walmart boasts an extensive fleet of delivery trucks and other vehicles and has been lauded professionally for providing its drivers with generous salaries and extensive benefits. Thanks to the efforts of its professional drivers, Walmart’s…
Read MoreAre You a Victim of Nursing Home Neglect in Atlanta? Your Rights Explained
When you entrust a nursing home with the care of your loved one, you expect them to provide a safe, nurturing environment with the proper attention and medical support. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect are a reality for many families in the Atlanta area. If you suspect your loved one is being neglected, it’s…
Read MoreHow Our Atlanta Attorneys Won a $47 Million Verdict for a Client with a Spinal Injury
On a June afternoon in 2000, life changed forever for six-year-old Kelsey Sasser and her family. Kelsey was riding in the rear center seat of her mother’s 2000 Lincoln LS sedan, which featured fold-down rear seats to provide access to the trunk. Those rear seats led to a devastating tragedy when the vehicle Kelsey was…
Read MoreAtlanta Delivery Truck Accidents
It’s not hard to imagine the devastation a passenger car faces when struck by a delivery truck. Given the truck’s massive size and weight, its driver often escapes unharmed, but the occupants of the passenger vehicle often end up with serious injuries and costly medical bills. In some instances, delivery truck accidents can have fatal…
Read MoreCar Accidents Caused by Brake-Checking in Georgia
Brake-checking occurs when a driver purposely slows down or stops without warning – often to cause the driver behind them to rear-end their car. In most rear-end collisions, the driver in the rear will be presumed responsible for the collision, but brake-checking can be an exception. Drivers that deliberately brake-check are intentionally causing or inviting…
Read MoreTragic Explosion at Tyson Foods Kills One
A boiler at the Tyson Foods facility in Camilla, Georgia, exploded last Thursday, December 26, 2024. The blast killed one and injured several employees. The cause is now under investigation. This deadly incident at Tyson Foods exposes the risks involved in industrial work. Victims of these accidents can suffer serious injuries and even death. When…
Read MoreEarly Morning Collision On I-285 Kills One, Injures Another
On September 2, shortly before 4:00 am, one person died, and another was injured in a two-vehicle collision on I-285 West near Ashford Dunwoody Road. According to Rough Draft Atlanta, the Dunwoody Police Department reported that officers arrived at the scene to find the driver and one passenger trapped in a white Scion. The collision…
Read MoreFive Injured and One Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash in DeKalb County
The Dunwoody Police Department (DPD) reports that one person was killed and five more were injured in a multi-vehicle accident on I-285 in DeKalb County. According to Atlanta News First, officers responded to the crash at 4:43 a.m. on I-285 westbound at Chamblee Dunwoody Road, where they found six vehicles involved. Initially, three vehicles collided,…
Read MoreThe Hidden Dangers of Overloaded Trucks
On American roadways, trucks are indispensable for transporting goods and keeping the economy moving. However, when trucks are overloaded, the risks extend far beyond simple weight limits. Overloading poses significant dangers that can lead to devastating accidents, serious injuries and even fatalities. At Harris Lowry Manton LLP, our primary concern is ensuring that victims of…
Read MoreHow Long Does an Atlanta Injury Case Take?
The duration of a personal injury case can vary widely. While some personal injury cases can be resolved in a matter of months, others take several years, especially if they involve complex legal issues or severe injuries. Here are the phases of a typical personal injury case: Medical treatment During this phase, the injured party…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injuries Are Financially Devastating
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are painful, life changing, and expensive for victims and their families. TBIs are particularly devastating because they have a tremendous impact on an individual’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. Here are some reasons why traumatic brain injuries have such profound effects: Complexity of the brain: The brain is the control…
Read MoreWhy We Need Side Guards on Large Trucks
In May 2024, an unintended whistleblower told the Washington Post the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) hid critical truck safety information from consumers. The 75-year-old man, who had retired from his job as an engineer for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), spoke out about a research project he had once managed. The project…
Read MoreCan You Sue a Venue for a Stage Diving Injury?
A fan suffered a severe spinal cord injury and was left partially paralyzed after the lead singer of a band “stage-dived” on top of her during a New York show in May 2024. The woman underwent surgery for a spinal cord injury following the accident at a Trophy Eyes show in Buffalo, NY. Trophy Eyes…
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 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…
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