MSP strongly supports Georgia Highlands College. Partner Andy Garner is chairman of the GHC Foundation board of trustees. He spoke at the Foundation’s recent annual gala, which raised $80,000 for student scholarships. Nearly 400 people attended and former Atlanta Brave Sid Bream delivered the keynote speech. Pictures left to right: Chris Jackson, Morgan Mathis, Andy Garner, and Kelsey Allred.
MSP SETTLES 10 MORE NOISE NUISANCE CASES
MSP is pleased to announce the successful resolution of 10 nuisance lawsuits addressing noise and vibration disturbances allegedly caused by a privately owned power plant in northeast Georgia. Over the past few years, our litigation team, led by Partner Jason Sanker, represented local residents who suffered diminished property values and significant disruptions to their daily lives. The cases were hard-fought. Through extensive discovery and motion practice, we overcame the defendants’ efforts to have our clients’ claims thrown out of court.
We then negotiated confidential settlements that provide substantial, meaningful compensation to each homeowner. This resolution follows MSP’s earlier settlement of 24 related nuisance lawsuits, bringing the total number of successfully resolved cases to 34.
These results reflect our firm’s longstanding commitment to standing up for Georgia residents. We are honored to have helped our clients achieve justice.
We’re pleased to share two recent workers’ compensation resolutions by MSP partner Rob Monroe.
In one matter, Rob represented a truck driver who injured his knee while performing routine maintenance. The employer initially accepted the claim but later suspended weekly benefits after a premature full-duty release. Rob worked with the treating physician to reverse that release and secured reinstatement of benefits; the case later settled for $40,000.
In another, Rob represented a manufacturing worker who injured her shoulder and remained out of work for nearly three years following surgery. When overuse led to similar problems in the other shoulder, Rob successfully argued it was a “superadded injury,” and the claim resolved for $50,000.
Georgia’s workers compensation system is complex, and contains a maze of terminology, procedural rules, and deadlines. If you or a family member has been injured at work, call MSP for a consultation with Rob about your rights.
MSP Partner Andy Garner, Chair-elect of the Georgia Highlands College Foundation Board of Trustees, spoke to the 2025 graduating class at their commencement ceremony on May 15. MSP has a longstanding history of supporting GHC. Firm partner, the late Judge James D. Maddox, recognized the need for accessible public higher education in Northwest Georgia, and through his influential role on the Board of Regents, he was instrumental in establishing Floyd Junior College in 1970. Now known as Georgia Highlands College, the institution has expanded with campuses in Rome, Cartersville, Dallas, and Marietta, offering bachelor’s and associate degrees in numerous fields of study. Congratulations to all the graduates!
We’re proud to announce that our newest associate, Morgan P. Mathis, was officially sworn into the Georgia Bar by Superior Court Judge Billy Sparks. Morgan, a Rome native, brings strong local roots to our firm, having graduated from Rome High School before completing her undergraduate studies at University of West Georgia. She recently earned her Juris Doctor from Mercer University School of Law in 2024. Her education and local knowledge make Morgan a fantastic addition to our legal team.
We are thrilled to announce that McRae, Smith, Peek, Harman & Monroe, LLP has once again been awarded the Best Business After Hours by the Rome-Floyd Chamber of Commerce for 2024! This marks our second year in a row receiving this prestigious honor.
A huge congratulations to our amazing Office Manager, Courtney Shepard, for all her hard work in organizing and making this event a success. Her dedication and effort truly made this event one to remember.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, and we look forward to many more successful events in the future.
Our team at MSP Law joined the nationwide Wear Blue Day on April 4th to kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month! We’re proud to support the Family Resource Center and Harbor Hourse, and their vital work in our community. Together, we remain committed to raising awareness and supporting efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect.
Estate Jury Trial Win Benefits St. Jude’s
We’re happy to announce a big win in a recent jury trial! Lee Niedrach, assisted by Trey Newton as second chair, represented the estate of a man whose alleged girlfriend sued, claiming the decedent promised he would leave his home to her after he died. She asked the jury to award her the home or, alternatively, for more than $1 million from the estate.
During the three-day trial, evidence showed she lied about the promise. The jury sided fully with the estate and awarded her nothing. The house has now been sold, and we can gladly report that a six-figure check from the sale proceeds was mailed this week directly to the decedent’s chosen beneficiary, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
We’re excited to announce that MSP, led by partners Chris Jackson and Virginia Harman, has been selected to serve as the new legal counsel for Gordon County!
After nearly eight years of Jim Ledbetter serving in the dual role of County Attorney and Administrator, Gordon County has decided to split these responsibilities to better manage their growing legal needs. We’re honored to step in and provide our expertise as the county continues to experience rapid population, retail, and industrial growth.
As Chris said, “I’m grateful we’re coming in at a time that we still have Jim as a person to lean on, to talk to, and to strategize with, to make sure that we’re doing the right thing for the folks of Gordon County.”
MSP also represents various other government entities, including Floyd County, the cities of Cedartown, Rockmart, Temple, Buchanan, and Tallapoosa, as well as the State of Georgia as Special Assistant Attorneys General for land acquisition and condemnation matters.
We are thrilled to announce that our amazing Office Manager, Courtney Shepard, has been named “Young Professional of the Year” by the Rome Floyd Chamber!
At yesterday’s packed annual Chamber meeting, Courtney was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the community. Her dedication, professionalism, and leadership make her truly deserving of this prestigious honor.
