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Why You Should Exercise Extreme Caution When Sharing The Road With Trucks

Trucks are the lifeblood of our nation as nearly every sector of our economy depends on trucks to moves goods. Almost 3/4 of all freight transported in America is done by trucks by the 15.5 million trucks that travel the roads and highways of the U.S. each year. Contact our...

Avoiding Road Rage on Georgia’s Roads & Highways

22 Feb 2018

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The capable and dedicated staff at H. Lehman Franklin, P.C. offers the best support to the best legal representation available in the Statesboro and Savannah areas. Why hire just any lawyer to handle your case when you can retain the services of an attorney with over 50 years of legal...

Safety Tips for Pedestrians

21 Feb 2018

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Lehman Franklin has over 50 years of experience, giving him an intricate understanding of legal procedures necessary to develop a winning strategy for your case. A member of the firm for her entire legal career and since 2003, Kim Ward offers her expertise and experience to provide effective legal representation...

Settling Personal Injury Cases

20 Feb 2018

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The primary purpose of a personal injury action is to restore the injured party to the position he or she was in prior to the occurrence of the injury. Damages must be calculable with reasonable certainty as a prerequisite to any award. The primary goal of personal injury plaintiffs is the primary...

Products Liability: A Primer, Part 3: Important Deadlines, Economic Loss & Punitive Damages

17 Feb 2018

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This is the third part of an extended primer on products liability law in Georgia. If you’ve been harmed by a defective product, H. Lehman Franklin, P.C. has the expertise, knowledge, and experience in product liability litigation to help you recover compensation from those responsible. Georgia law protects consumers from...

Products Liability: A Primer, Part 2: Theories & Questions

15 Feb 2018

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This is the second part of an extended primer on products liability law in Georgia. If you’ve been harmed by a defective product, H. Lehman Franklin, P.C. has the experience in product liability litigation to help you recover compensation from the party responsible. Georgia law protects consumers from dangerous, defective...

Products Liability: A Primer, Part 1: Strict Liability

14 Feb 2018

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If you or a loved one is in need of a personal injury lawyer, contact the attorneys at H. Lehman Franklin, P.C. Contact our office by telephone at 912-764-9616 or fill out our contact form This is the first part of a primer on products liability law in Georgia, which protects...

Sovereign Immunity In Georgia

07 Feb 2018

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When suing a government entity in Georgia, there are special considerations since the process differs from suing an individual or private business. The legal concept of sovereign immunity is common in the United States as it prohibits a plaintiff from suing a governmental unit or agent without the consent of...

Damages In Georgia Personal Injury Cases, Part 2

05 Jan 2018

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Accidents and other instances in which personal injuries occur are typically unexpected by their victims. By virtue of this simple fact, personal injury cases may devastate victims and families. Accident victims may make a claim for damages against those parties that are legally responsible. An award of damages attempts to...

Damages In Georgia Personal Injury Cases, Part 1

03 Jan 2018

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Typically, personal injury plaintiffs are reimbursed for medical treatment, lost wages, and damage to or from loss of use of property. Damages may also be awarded in Georgia for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of a spouse’s contribution to the family also known as loss of consortium. Punitive...

Safe Driving Tips For The Holidays

29 Dec 2017

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As the holidays approach in Southern Georgia, cold, inclement winter weather is sure to make an appearance. Rain, freezing rain, and even snow may cause adverse driving conditions during the winter months in Georgia. While the holidays increase the amount of traffic on the road as people prepare for and...

What Does A Jury Do In A Personal Injury Case?

28 Dec 2017

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Juries have a extensive role in our society as they function in both civil and criminal matters. The right to a jury trial in the United States is a valuable and crucial component of our justice system. Jury duty provides Americans with an important opportunity to serve their community. While...

How is a Personal Injury Attorney Paid?

27 Dec 2017

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Personal injury attorneys are paid on a contingency basis, which means that the collection of their fee is contingent or conditional on the success of their client in making a recovery. At H. Lehman Franklin, P.C., our goal is to excel in all phases of legal representation whether consulting with...

Georgia Slip and Fall Basics

26 Dec 2017

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Accidents may occur at any time, in any place. When some force outside of an injured party’s control causes an accident, some difficult questions may arise, but there is legal recourse available. Lehman Franklin and Kimberly Ward have years of experience litigating on behalf of Georgia slip-and-fall victims. We never...

Terms to Know In A Georgia Personal Injury Case, M-Z

22 Dec 2017

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Today’s blog is the second part of a summary of the important terms that any individual should know if he or she is involved in a personal injury case. Stay tuned for informative legal information in future blogs. The attorneys at H. Lehman Franklin, P.C. are experienced lawyers who may...

Terms to Know In A Georgia Personal Injury Case, A-L

21 Dec 2017

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Where do you turn once you’ve been involved in an accident? An experienced personal injury attorney like Lehman Franklin or Kimberly Ward may offer the assistance necessary at this stressful, difficult time. A zealous personal injury attorney like Lehman Franklin or Kimberly Ward may accomplish all of the hard work...

Distracted Driving and Georgia Law

20 Dec 2017

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Like many states, the Georgia legislature has addressed the need to regulate the use of mobile devices by drivers on the roads and highways of Georgia. State law distinguishes adults and those under the age of 18 as far as who may do what with a mobile device while operating...

Choosing A Georgia Personal Injury Attorney

15 Dec 2017

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When an accident occurs, any necessary, relevant information related to the event must be collected and analyzed to determine if a personal injury cause of action is warranted by the facts of the case. An experienced, effective personal injury attorney like Lehman Franklin or Kimberly Ward may provide the work...