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 […]
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 […]
Employers Required to Determine Whether COVID is Work-Related Under New OSHA Rule
The United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced a major change in employer recording obligations regarding COVID-19. Check out the link below to see what this includes. Is COVID-19 Related Under New OSHA Rule
Alabama Continues to Move Towards Reopening
Alabama Governor, Kay Ivey, recently revised the Safer at Home Order that had been in place regarding the reopening of businesses and resumption of activities within the state. To learn more about what this means for you, click the link below. Alabama Continues to Move Towards Reopening
CDC Updated Guidance for Reopening Businesses
The CDC has recently updated the guidance for employers attempting to shift back to normal business operations. Check out the link below to see what this includes. CDC Updated Guidance for Businesses and Employers
Re-Opening America: The Plan for our Country
In response to the economic impact of COVID-19, President Trump announced plans to help reopen America. Check out the link below to see what this plan entails. Re-Opening America
Martin and Petherick Obtain Summary Judgment
Carr Allison’s Sean W. Martin and Michael J. Petherick (Chattanooga, TN) obtained summary judgment for one of its hospitality clients. The plaintiff checked into the hotel with her boyfriend. Before going to bed the couple drank 16 alcoholic beverages at the hotel bar. Later that night, the plaintiff went to […]
Carr Allison Attorneys Defeat Class Action Claims
Shareholders Glenn E. “Charlie” Ireland and Angel A. Darmer have defeated class claims in a nationwide class action lawsuit pending in the Circuit Court of Shelby County, Alabama against their client, a full service asset recovery company. The plaintiff filed the lawsuit as the representative of a purported nationwide class […]
Frequently Asked Questions on the Reopening of the Workplace
Do you have questions about what you should do as an employer with regard to resuming business operations in light of COVID-19? Check out the link below for a series of common questions and answers that can help you along the way. Reopening of the Workplace FAQ
Preparing the Workplace for the Return of Employees
Make sure you are prepared for the return of your employees. Check out the link below to see how you can best prepare the workplace for their return. Preparing the Workplace for the Return of Employees
