The CDC Redefine the Phrase “Close Contact”
The CDC recently revised the definition of “close contact” with regard to exposure to an individual who has been confirmed to have COVID-19. To learn more on this revision click the link below! Click Here: The CDC Redefines the Phrase “Close Contact”
Read MoreCarr Allison Recognized in the 2021 Best Law Firms Metropolitan Rankings
Best Lawyers has recognized Carr Allison in several areas of law in the 2021 Best Law Firms Metropolitan rankings. Congratulations to our attorneys who work so hard in these areas to provide the very best legal support to our clients. Metropolitan Tier 1 Birmingham Insurance Law Litigation – Insurance Personal […]
Read MoreThornton to Present at USLAW EduNet Webinar Program
Carr Allison shareholder Thomas S. Thornton, III will present a complimentary program on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, from 1-2 pm (ET) titled: Settlements with Medicare Set Asides: Where is the industry today and how are we building a better process for tomorrow? The presentation will include information on: Obligations under […]
Read MoreAdair to Moderate Judicial Roundtable
Shareholder Brett Adair will co-moderate a judicial roundtable on civility and professionalism in employment law litigation on November 19, at 3:30pm via Zoom. This free program, open to all members of the Alabama Bar’s Labor & Employment section, will be led by the Honorable Judge R. David Proctor of the […]
Read MoreJudson Wells Speaks at Mobile Bar Association Mentoring Seminar
Judson W. Wells, Sr., a Carr Allison Shareholder and retired Mobile County District Judge, served as a presenter for a Mobile Bar Association continuing legal education seminar via Zoom on October 20, 2020. Judge Wells and Mobile Bar Association President Skip Finkbohner co-presented an in-depth review of the final two […]
Read MoreScarpetta to Co-Present at DRI’s 2020 Young Lawyer Virtual Seminar
Ashley Scarpetta will be co-presenting at DRI’s 2020 Young Lawyer Virtual Seminar scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 8, 2020 and Friday, October 9, 2020. This virtual seminar will provide you with the opportunity to earn up to five hours of CLE credit from the comfort of your own […]
Read MoreBurgess Appointed to FL Bar Grievance Committee
Shareholder Elizabeth “Betsy” Burgess has been appointed to serve a 3-year term on the Florida Bar Grievance Committee for the Second Judicial Circuit of Florida. Grievance committees review complaints referred by Bar counsel and decide if probable cause exists to support a claim that a lawyer violated professional conduct rules […]
Read MorePalmer and Harris Earns Summary Judgment
Steve Palmer and Hugh Harris won a Motion for Summary Judgment dismissing all wantonness claims in a case involving a rear-end motor vehicle accident. Based on the strength of defense’s arguments, Plaintiff’s counsel decided not to even contest the MSJ and agreed to dismiss those claims.
Read MoreEEOC Addresses Right of Employers to Require Periodic COVID-19 Testing and Other Issues
As the pandemic continues to evolve, the EEOC has been providing updates addressing new questions that have arisen concerning Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws. To learn more about these questions and answers click here.
Read MoreDOL Issues Updated Guidance to Assist Employers with School-Related Leave Under the FFCRA
The Department of Labor recently issued guidance to provide assistance to employers trying to determine what leave is required when schools are closed, or partially closed, as a result of COVID-19. To learn more about what this means for you, Click Here.
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