Zwilling to Present Webinar on How to Recognize and Handle Potential Employment Claims
Front-line supervisors and managers are oftentimes not trained to recognize potential employment claims. The best time to prevent a lawsuit, though, is when an issue is first raised by an employee. This webinar, presented by Melisa C. Zwilling, will cover some of the basic employment laws about which all supervisors […]
Read MoreZwilling to Present Webinar on ETHICS: The Tripartite Relationship and Ethical Considerations in Professional Liability and Employment Claims
During this presentation, Melisa C. Zwilling will review the very complicated tripartite relationship between insureds, insurers and defense attorneys. The discussion will include how to establish proper professional boundaries to ensure that ethical obligations are not breached. This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the […]
Read MoreTaylor and Van Camp Obtain a Defense Verdict
Ed Taylor and Katie Van Camp of our Gulfport (MS) office obtained a defense verdict on behalf of a trucking client after a four-day jury trial in the Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi. The defendant was operating an 18-wheeler on I-10 when an engine light came on. The driver […]
Read MoreZwilling to Present Webinar on Simplifying Compliance with the Medicare Secondary Payer Act in Liability Cases
Determining the steps to take in liability cases to ensure compliance with the Medicare Secondary Payer Act can be very confusing. Dealing with delays, miscommunications, fluctuating claim amounts and difficult plaintiffs or opposing counsel often results in frustration. This webinar will include a discussion of the law, including some very […]
Read MoreZwilling to Present Webinar on A Little Bit About a Lot: Tips on Successfully Handling Common Employment Issues
During this webinar, attorney Melisa C. Zwilling will discuss several key employment issues about which employers and insurers should be aware. What steps should immediately be taken in response to a complaint of harassment? Should an employee’s verbal resignation be accepted? What conditions constitute a disability and what protections exist […]
Read MoreBrannon and Reynolds Obtain a Defense Verdict
Dave Brannon and George Reynolds of our Tallahassee (FL) office successfully obtained a defense verdict in a product liability and negligence lawsuit brought against a Florida-based grocery store chain. The plaintiff alleged she suffered injuries after consuming a product purchased from the grocery store defendant. The jury returned a favorable […]
Read MoreZwilling to Present Webinar on How to Avoid Nuclear Employment Verdicts
There has been a significant increase in nuclear verdicts across all industries post-COVID, but some of the most staggering awards have been in employment lawsuits. This webinar will discuss how those nuclear verdicts can be avoided. This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department […]
Read MoreLockett Obtains a Defense Verdict
Carr Allison shareholder Tara W. Lockett of our Mobile (AL) office obtained a defense verdict in an Ex parte Publix trial on compensability where the plaintiff argued the injuries sustained to his right shoulder while at work resulted in a need for a total shoulder replacement. As a result of the […]
Read MoreSausaman and Bateh Prevail on a Motion for Summary Judgment
Alison Sausaman and Caroline Bateh of our Jacksonville (FL) office prevailed on a motion for final summary judgment on a slip and fall claim brought against their restaurant client, resulting in a final dismissal of all claims. Great Results!
Read MoreHolmes Assists the Tennessee Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division with Mock Trial Competition
Carr Allison Associate Michael Holmes of our Chattanooga (TN) office and the mock trial vice chair for the Tennessee Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division assisted in composing the high school competition problem and with the overall organization of all mock trial competitions across the state. Well done!
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