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Two men working on the exterior of apartment homes in Atlanta were killed. The accident occurred when the two workers attempted to reposition the 80-foot lift they were utilizing, which then fell onto a concrete walkway.

Both men were transported to local hospitals, where they later died. The men were reportedly killed by the fall, not crushed by the machine.

The Atlanta law firm of Pope & Howard P.C. is dedicated to getting ample compensation for workers who suffer catastrophic injuries. Construction and industrial sites are extremely dangerous working environments due to heavy machinery.

If you or a loved one has been harmed due to a construction or industrial accident contact the expert attorneys at Pope & Howard, P.C. for a free initial consultation at (404) 994-4486 or via our website, popehoward.com.

Last week, a plane crashed into a crowd of spectators during an air racing event in Reno, Nevada. The crash resulted in the death of ten individuals and seventy others were injured. Spectator injuries ranged from minor scrapes to catastrophic injuries, including severed limbs.

The magnitude of the Reno crash calamity has made national news and future air racing events will be closely evaluated by officials. The cause of this aviation accident has yet to be determined, but officials are conducting an investigation.

The investigation of any crash is an extensive process. The law firm of Pope & Howard, P.C. has years of experience regarding aviation accidents and wrongful deaths. The attorneys at Pope & Howards, P.C. will research NTSB reports, reports filed from the team that manufactured the aircraft, witness reports, and expert reports to file suit and attain fair compensation for the families.

No one enjoys reading about fatal plane crashes such as the one that occurred in Reno; however, all of the spectators who suffered catastrophic injuries or a wrongful death have loved ones and deserve justice. The law firm of Pope & Howard, P.C. has experts that handle cases like these with compassion and will work closely with loved ones to fully understand the circumstances involved.

If you or someone you know has suffered a catastrophic injury or wrongful death due to an aviation accident contact one of our expert attorneys at Pope & Howard P.C. for legal representation via popehoward.com or call 404-994-4486.

According to Gwinnett police, a stroller with a baby inside was placed between two parked cars by the mother.  Tragically, one of the parked cars backed into the stroller and crushed the infant.  No charges have been filed at this time.

As parents themselves, Georgia trial lawyers Marc Howard and Geoff Pope know losing a child is among the most devastating events a parent can experience. With years of experience in wrongful child deaths, the law firm of Pope & Howard P.C. works closely with family members, not just on the cases, but to ensure that the resulting emotions are not destructive of themselves.

Each wrongful death case is different because each person is different. Pope & Howard P.C. takes the time to get to know family members and friends of the deceased to understand fully who that person was and the impact that person had on others. The experts at Pope & Howard P.C. handle cases of wrongful death from:

• Death of a Child
• Property Negligence
• Medical Negligence
• Nursing Home Patients

If you have lost a family member or loved one from what you believe to be wrongful death, contact one of our expert attorneys at Pope & Howard P.C. via popehoward.com or call 404-994-4486.

Reputable trial lawyer of Pope & Howard P.C. and President of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Geoff  Pope, will be speaking on September 15, 2011 at the Ritz Carleton Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia from 11:35 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.

Pope will be presenting information on how to effectively use the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association to benefit legal practices. Pope’s discussion will be part of the Beasly Allen “Legal Strategies Atlanta 2011 Seminar.”

As President of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Pope contributes to the efforts of the organization, which works in the legislative, political and media arenas to ensure that Georgians know and understand the importance of their rights to justice and are protected. For more information about the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association visit their website at http://www.gtla.org/GA/.

About Pope & Howard, P.C.

The lawyers at Pope & Howard, P.C. in Atlanta, Georgia are experienced trial lawyers dedicated to fairly representing clients for just compensation. The firm’s specialties include brain and spinal cord injuries, construction site accidents, trucking and tractor trailer, automobile and aviation accidents, and other cases involving wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury. Please visit the firm online at popehoward.com to learn more. Free consultations are available to potential clients.

One person was killed, another seriously burned and three individuals were injured as the result of a nuclear plant explosion in southern France.  Those injured by the explosion were not contaminated with radiation.

The explosion took place in an oven used to melt radioactive metallic waste, but the cause has yet to be determined. No leaks outside of the site have been reported.

Regardless of where a plant explosion occurs, unfortunately people can suffer catastrophic injuries or even death. The industrial accident attorneys at Pope & Howard, P.C. have extensive experience representing the victims of industrial accidents. Victims who survive these accidents can have their lives impacted in many ways, including:

• Pain and suffering
• Permanent burn injuries
• Expensive medical bills
• Lost income due to an inability to work
• Intense emotional distress

Pope & Howard, P.C. understand how complex industrial cases work, and have the knowledge to navigate the complex relationship between worker’s compensation and industrial accident litigation.

If you or someone you know has been injured or killed in an industrial accident, please contact Pope & Howard, P.C. at 404-994-4486. You can also visit our website, popehoward.com, for more information.

A terrifying situation occurred on Friday, April 1, 2011, when a hole tore open on top of a plane, carrying 118 people. Passengers used oxygen masks, while pilots quickly maneuvered the plane below 10,000 feet. No serious injuries were reported.

The nearly disastrous accident took place on a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 in Yuma, Arizona. Mechanics have since placed a large green aluminum patch on the plane to repair the hole. As a response, the Federal Aviation Administration issued an emergency order for urgent inspections on similar older-model planes.

Airplanes have a reputation of being safer than other forms of transportation, but aviation accidents do occur, usually due to a mechanical error. The experienced lawyers at Pope & Howard, P.C., represent victims who have lost loved ones due to aviation accidents that take place due to a variety of causes, among them, failed parts, mechanical errors or human errors. The lawyers at Pope & Howard have a full understanding of aviation law, and can recommend the best course of action for you and your family.

If you or someone you know has been injured or killed in an aviation accident, please call Pope & Howard, P.C. at 404-994-4486 or visit the website at www.popehoward.com. Tell us about your experience – the initial consultation is free.

On New Year’s Eve, an explosion at the Federal-Mogul plant in Blacksburg, Virginia seriously injured workers at the plant. Such industrial accidents often trigger an investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and it is likely such an investigation will occur here.

Marc Howard, founding partner of the Pope & Howard, P.C. law firm, is a Blacksburg, Virginia native who routinely handles cases involving industrial accidents resulting in severe injuries.

“Explosion cases are some of the most difficult for the people involved, as they often result in serious burn injuries and post traumatic stress” said Howard. ‘Industrial accidents, including explosions often cause catastrophic and permanent injury.” In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were a total of 5,488 workplace fatalities in the United States in 2007.

Industrial and workplace accident litigation is an extremely complicated, sophisticated area of personal injury law. Usually, thousands of pages of documents, multiple parties, the need for electronic discovery, and large corporate defendants make industrial accident cases difficult for most Plaintiffs’ attorneys.

Contrary to what most personal injury lawyers think, workers’ compensation does not usually bar workplace injury or industrial explosion lawsuits. Contractors working at an industrial facility, for example, can usually recover against the premises owner. Employees of the facility operator may be able to recover against other contractors on the property, inspection services, and product manufacturers. In some states, employees may sue their employer for gross negligence (which often exists in the workplace accident scenario). Third-party lawsuits almost always result in a significantly larger award than the award available in the workers’ compensation system.

In the Blacksburg Federal Migul explosion case, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office stated that four contract workers sustained multiple injuries while doing maintenance on December 31, 2010. It is likely that OSHA and state investigators will review the case to determine a cause of the explosion.

Pope & Howard, P.C., www.popehoward.com, is a top rated industrial accident law firm specializing in numerous practice areas, including personal injury, construction site accident cases and premises liability cases.

A Mableton man died the morning of Thursday, December 2nd, after being struck by an SUV the previous night. According to authorities, a woman in a Toyota 4Runner hit 64-year-old James C. Miskel on Floyd Royd Wednesday night. After being transported to Atlanta Medical Center, he was pronounced dead as a result of injuries sustained in the accident.

The streets of the Atlanta area can be extremely dangerous to drivers and pedestrians alike. Accidents can result from many different causes. Whether they are due to impaired driving, reckless driving or simple happenstance, these accidents can be tragic.

Regardless of the cause of a car accident, any loss of life or injury sustained affects all areas of a victim’s life. In the event of a catastrophic yet not fatal injury, a victim could suffer a number of consequences, including pain, high medical bills and an inability to work.

When faced with these unfortunate aftereffects of a car accident, it’s important that victims and their families receive the compensation they deserve. The lawyers at Pope & Howard, P.C., are committed to seeking justice on the behalf of accident victims. Their expertise and extensive experience with handling similar cases makes them the right choice for anyone who has been involved in an accident.

If you or anyone you know has suffered a catastrophic injury or tragic death resulting from an automobile, motorcycle or truck accident, please call Pope & Howard today at 404-994-4486. Your initial consultation is free. You can also visit our website online at www.popehoward.com for more information.

A 39-year-old man was killed on November 8, 2010 when his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck that made an illegal turn in front of him. The crash took place on Stone Road near Newton County’s recycling center at around 4:40 p.m.

A 2005 Dodge Ram tried to make a left turn and was struck in the rear by a Harley Davidson motorcycle. Terrance Michael Collins of Oxford, Ga., was ejected from his motorcycle and killed. The truck’s driver, 68-year-old Donald P. Kahle, suffered no injuries.

The streets of Atlanta can be dangerous, and are made even more so by reckless or careless driving. When drivers fail to follow the rules of the road, accidents can occur that result in catastrophic injuries or even death.
The attorneys at Pope & Howard, www.popehoward.com, have investigated numerous cases involving wrongful death and serious injuries as the result of motorcycle wrecks such as this one. Typically, such cases need to be investigated while evidence of the wreck is fresh.

When you find yourself involved in an accident such as this, the most important thing to do is ensure your safety. Following that, it’s crucial that you retain a lawyer who is committed to getting all the facts and seeking justice. The lawyers at Pope and Howard, P.C., are dedicated to gaining the compensation accident victims deserve.
If you or anyone you know has suffered a catastrophic injury or tragic death resulting from a motorcycle, automobile or truck accident, please call Pope & Howard today at 404-994-4486. You can also visit our website online at www.popehoward.com or www.georgiatruckingattorney.com for more information.

An accident in Douglas, Ga., put two people in serious condition and injured 27 more the night of Friday, October 15. In a seasonal turn of events, the accident occurred on Route 64 when a car struck a trailer carrying a church group on a hayride.

The trailer moved slowly along the road and the driver believed he had time to safely get across, said Pastor Hilton Martin, the leader of the church organization. Unfortunately, one passenger was tossed from the trailer, another suffered a leg broken in three places and many more sustained minor injuries due to the impact.

Everyone involved is expected to survive and recover, but these kinds of accidents don’t always end that way. Too often the victims of auto accidents suffer life-threatening or life-ending injuries, and in many cases they and their families fail to seek the justice they deserve.

Hayrides only drive the risky roads one month out of the year, but cars can be deadly year-round. Drivers can be negligent, impaired or simply unlucky, and in an instant a life can be lost or drastically changed. The lawyers at Pope & Howard, P.C. have years of trial experience in car accident cases and are adept at gaining full compensation for victims and their families. Please call Pope & Howard at 404-994-4486 if you or anyone you know has suffered catastrophic injury or death in an automobile accident. You can also visit Pope & Howard, P.C. online at www.popehoward.com for more information.