Hallford, Oliver and Meadows Obtain Defense Verdict

Carr Allison’s Pam Hallford, Tom Oliver and Brook Meadows have obtained a defense verdict on behalf of one of the South’s most prominent motor carriers. In 2018, an accident involving a pedestrian and a commercial motor vehicle resulted in severe injury. A claim was almost immediately brought against the motor […]

Zwilling to Present Webinar on Top Employment Issues to Watch in 2024

Awareness of recent developments in the law and current employment trends can help employers more effectively run their business and avoid lawsuits.  During this webinar, we will discuss multiple topics that employers need to be aware of including the rise in employment related lawsuits, mental health issues, the end of […]

Maples Obtains Summary Judgment

  Jonathan Maples of our Mobile, AL office obtained summary judgment in favor of a local marina operator and yacht broker that had been sued under theories of actual and apparent agency related to the delivery of a sailing vessel. The plaintiff alleged that he purchased a sailing vessel through […]

ORLANDO!! Too Big…New Digs!

Two years ago, Carr Allison established its presence in Orlando with one partner and a purpose – serve our clients effectively and efficiently in the Central Florida market.  Since then, we have quickly grown to eight attorneys, plus support staff.  We are proud to announce that effective March 1, 2024, […]

Martin and Miller Win Summary Judgment

Sean W. Martin and Chancey R. Miller of our Chattanooga (TN) office recently obtained summary judgment on behalf of a construction client in the US District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee. The plaintiff in the case alleged the cause of his fall was a large steel plate used […]

Carr Allison Celebrates 27 Years!!

Congratulations to our visionary founding partners who took a leap of faith 27 years ago and formed Carr Allison.  We celebrate everyone who has contributed to shaping our once small Birmingham law firm into the thriving and well-known Southeastern presence it is today.

Zwilling to Present Webinar on New DOL Independent Contractor Rule

On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor published new rules for classifying individuals as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).  The changes will require that countless workers previously classified as independent contractors now be classified as employees.  Those employees will become entitled to […]

USLAW Renames the O’Hagan Award to Include Carr Name

USLAW Network renames the O’Hagan Award to include USLAW co-founder Charles Carr. Congratulations Charles! Read more about this amazing honor at: USLAW NETWORK adds USLAW co-founder Charles Carr’s name to major USLAW annual award  

Sherman and Sausaman Win Summary Judgment

The plaintiff filed suit against the City of Marathon and its Councilman alleging negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress and assault. Austin and Alison moved for summary disposition due to plaintiff’s failure to comply with Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, Failure to State a Cause of Action, and the Councilman’s entitlement […]

Smith Obtains Summary Judgment

Grant Smith of our Birmingham, Alabama office obtained summary judgment in the Circuit Court of Jefferson County (AL) on behalf of a national restaurant client.  The plaintiff in the case alleged she slipped on an unknown substance present on the floor of the restaurant.   The defense argued that the plaintiff […]

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Sausaman, Vickers and Thomas Obtain Favorable Verdict

Alison H. Sausaman and Heath L. Vickers of our Jacksonville (FL) office and Rachel L. Thomas of our Pensacola (FL) office secured a favorable verdict on behalf of a national restaurant chain in a premises liability case. After an extensive trial, the jury came back favorably for the defense, placing […]

Zwilling to Present Webinar on Retaliation and Whistleblower Claims on the Rise

Course Description: Retaliation claims now account for nearly half of all charges filed with the EEOC, and they are often easier for employees to prove than the underlying discrimination complaint.  Add in the expanding web of federal and state whistleblower protections, new financial incentives for employees to report wrongdoing, and […]

56 Carr Allison Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers for 2027

56 of Carr Allison’s attorneys have been included in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®! Three of our attorneys were named “2027 Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers®. This award is presented to a single lawyer in each practice area and geographic region in […]


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