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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 to Present Webinar on Ethical Duties When Resolving Claims Including Navigating Potential Conflicts

Course Description In today’s current litigation environment, most claims are appropriate for consideration of a potential settlement at some point.  This program will walk through the stages of litigation and how they will progress absent resolution.  The potential risks of nuclear verdicts will also be discussed.  The program will also […]

Swanson Obtains Summary Judgment

Stephen A. Swanson of our Chattanooga (TN) office secured summary judgment for a client in DeKalb County (GA). This was a premises liability case in which the plaintiff claimed she tripped and fell on overgrown kudzu in a movie theater parking lot. The court agreed with Stephen’s arguments on two […]

Thornton Elected to the USLAW Board of Directors

Carr Allison congratulates shareholder Thomas S. Thornton, III, of our Birmingham (AL) office on being elected to the 2026-27 USLAW Board of Directors, where he will be serving as Vice Chair.


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