Defense Win for Martin in Chattanooga

Carr Allison’s Shareholder Sean W. Martin (Chattanooga, TN) obtained a full dismissal of a subcontractor in a lawsuit arising out of a residential construction project gone bad.  Martin’s client was responsible for installing manufactured stone on the exterior of the plaintiff’s lake house in Middle Tennessee.  The plaintiffs took no […]

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Defense Win for Sausaman and Vickers in Jacksonville

Shareholder Heath Vickers and Counsel Alison Sausaman, of Carr Allison’s Jacksonville (FL) office, prevailed on dispositive motions in a Section 1983 case alleging that an officer performed an unreasonable search and used excessive force during the course of an arrest. The court granted their motion to dismiss all claims against […]

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Carr Allison Welcomes Summer Law Clerks in Birmingham

Meet Carr Allison’s talented 2020 law clerks.  These students will work alongside attorneys and staff in our Birmingham (AL) office to gain a deeper understanding of the practice of law and experience life at Carr Allison first-hand. Top Row (L-R):  Brikk Bralley, Emily Robinson and Sarah Rosenthal, rising 2Ls at […]

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Carr Allison Welcomes Summer Law Clerks in Mobile

Meet Carr Allison’s talented 2020 law clerks.  These students, both from The University of Mississippi School of Law, will work alongside attorneys and staff in our Mobile (AL) office to gain a deeper understanding of the practice of law and experience life at Carr Allison first-hand. (L-R): Sarah Hildebrand, rising […]

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Carr Allison’s Eley Earns Defense Verdict

On June 10, 2020, Birmingham associate Chase Eley defended a client in a workers’ compensation case in Etowah County, Alabama.  The Plaintiff alleged that he developed varicose veins and blood clots as a result of his employment with the Defendant. At the conclusion of the trial, the Plaintiff requested that […]

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Carr Allison Attorneys on B-Metro List

Carr Allison is excited to announce that eight Birmingham (AL) attorneys have been named to B-Metro’s “Top Attorneys 2020” list.   Congratulations to:   Russell Q. Allison Kathy R. Davis Elizabeth J. Kanter Donald B. Kirkpatrick, II Thomas L. Oliver, II Lea Richmond, IV Brett A. Ross Melisa C. Zwilling […]

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Carr Allison Successful in TN

Sean W. Martin and Derek W. Mullins successfully defended a campground owner in a dog bite case.  The plaintiffs were guests at a campground in upper east Tennessee.  The campground was dog friendly so long as the dog was on leash and under control at all times.  According to the […]

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Carr Allison Welcomes Attorney Mario Errico

Mario Errico has joined Carr Allison as an associate in our Jacksonville (FL) office where his practice will focus on personal injury, general litigation and insurance matters.   Mario earned his bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from the University of Minnesota and his law degree from Florida State University College […]

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Carr Allison Welcomes Attorney Cassandra DeCoste

Cassandra DeCoste is an associate in Carr Allison’s Tallahassee, Florida office.  Her practice focuses on workers’ compensation, governmental relations and complex litigation.   Cassandra earned her bachelor’s degree in French and Spanish from Florida State University.  She earned her law degree from the Florida State University College of Law where […]

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Carr Allison Participates in Alabama Legal Food Frenzy 2020

Throughout May, Carr Allison participated in the 5th annual Alabama Legal Food Frenzy which showcases the power lawyers have as they work together toward providing food assistance for fellow Alabamians.   Both the Mobile and Birmingham offices donated to the cause. Out of a statewide participation, the Birmingham location was […]

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Zwilling to Present Webinar on Immigration Compliance in an Era of Heightened Enforcement

Immigration enforcement is at an all-time high, and employers are in the crosshairs.  Worksite audits, unannounced site visits, and I-9 inspections have surged, while new H-1B program changes have added cost and complexity for employers sponsoring foreign workers.  At the same time, states like California and Illinois have enacted laws […]

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Zwilling to Present Webinar on Modern Disability Accommodations from Mental Health to Remote Work

Course Description: Disability accommodation requests have skyrocketed – and so has related litigation.  Today’s accommodation requests look very different from those of a decade ago: employees are seeking remote work arrangements, flexible schedules, and accommodations for mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.  Many employers are struggling to keep […]

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Carr Allison’s 29th Anniversary

For 29 years, we have had the privilege of serving our clients and strengthening the communities we call home. Our success is rooted in trust, dedication and the relationships we have built along the way. We are grateful to every client, colleague and partner who has made this milestone possible. 

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