Heather Harris

Senior Legal Counsel, Accident Prevention

J.D., Georgetown University Law Center

16+ years experience

Heather Harris is a leading Legal Counsel specializing in Accident Prevention, with 16 years of experience advising major corporations on liability reduction strategies. Currently a Senior Partner at Sterling & Hayes LLP, he focuses on proactive risk assessment and compliance within the manufacturing sector. His groundbreaking work on the "Proactive Safety Index" framework was featured in the *Journal of Corporate Liability*, significantly impacting industry standards. Harris holds a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center, where he graduated cum laude. His professional philosophy centers on the belief that effective legal counsel in accident prevention isn't just about mitigating damages, but fundamentally about fostering a culture of safety that benefits all stakeholders. Readers can expect his articles to provide actionable legal insights, case studies of successful prevention programs, and forward-thinking analysis on emerging liability trends, all aimed at equipping professionals with the tools to significantly reduce workplace incidents and legal exposure

Articles by Heather Harris

Legal News

Georgia Gig Economy: New Rules for 2026

The recent Georgia Court of Appeals ruling in Davis v. Delivery Logistics, LLC has fundamentally reshaped how victims of truck accident incidents involving gig economy…

Heather Harris · · 11 min read