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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Complying with the Fair Labor Standards Act

Never before have employment laws been more complicated or difficult to apply as they are now. Issues such as temporary business closures, employees working from home and the need for a significant increase in effort required from “essential” workers greatly complicate matters. Check out the article below for general guidance […]

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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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Is COVID-19 Compensable Under Workers’ Compensation?

Are you wondering if COVID-19 is compensable under workers’ compensation? With employees returning to work during the COVID-19 pandemic, the spread of the disease is expected to increase and brings this question to the forefront. Check out the article below to read more on this topic. Is COVID-19 Compensable Under […]

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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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Zwilling Presents Webinar on How to Not Get Sued for Discrimination or Harassment

No employer wants to be sued, but employment-related lawsuits are on the rise and jury verdicts in employment cases are out of control.  There are steps every employer can take to greatly reduce the likelihood of being sued for discrimination or harassment. In the event a lawsuit is filed, those […]

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Ross Selected for Membership in the ACTA

Carr Allison Shareholder Brett Ross has been selected for membership in the American College of Transportation Attorneys (ACTA). A nationally known attorney, Brett has practiced in the transportation arena for 29 years. ACTA is a select group of 32 transportation defense lawyers from across the United States that serves as […]

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Oliver, Vann and Team Obtain Favorable Verdict

Carr Allison shareholders Tom Oliver and Dennis Vann successfully defended a hazmat motor carrier in a week-long trial in Birmingham (AL). The case was brought following an incident in 2019 that alleged the motor carrier unloaded a chemical into the wrong tank creating a hazardous gas cloud affecting numerous employees […]

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