Sherman, Bateh and Akopyan Named as 2025 Florida Super Lawyers® Rising Stars
Carr Allison is proud to announce that Florida attorneys Austin Sherman, Caroline Bateh and Betty Akopyan have been selected as 2025 Florida Super Lawyers® Rising Stars. Rising Stars are selected through a rigorous process of peer nominations, peer evaluations and third-party research. Eligibility is limited to attorneys who are 40 […]
Sullivan Named a 2025 Florida Super Lawyer®
Carr Allison Shareholder Jennifer A. Sullivan of our Tallahassee (FL) office has been named a 2025 Florida Super Lawyer®. Attorneys are selected as a Super Lawyer through a rigorous process of peer nominations, peer evaluations and third-party research. Congratulations, Jennifer!
Taylor and Van Camp Obtain a Defense Verdict
Ed Taylor and Katie Van Camp of our Gulfport (MS) office obtained a defense verdict on behalf of a trucking client after a four-day jury trial in the Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi. The defendant was operating an 18-wheeler on I-10 when an engine light came on. The driver […]
Zwilling to Present Webinar on Simplifying Compliance with the Medicare Secondary Payer Act in Liability Cases
Determining the steps to take in liability cases to ensure compliance with the Medicare Secondary Payer Act can be very confusing. Dealing with delays, miscommunications, fluctuating claim amounts and difficult plaintiffs or opposing counsel often results in frustration. This webinar will include a discussion of the law, including some very […]
Summer 2025 Law Clerks
Meet our 2025 law clerks. This summer, 25 students representing 10 law schools joined our attorneys and staff to gain insight into the legal field and life at Carr Allison. We’ve enjoyed having these accomplished, driven and hard-working individuals in our offices! Atlanta: Birmingham: Chattanooga: Gulfport: Jacksonville: Mobile: Tallahassee: […]
Sausaman Prevails on a Motion to Dismiss
Alison Sausaman of our Jacksonville (FL) office prevailed on a motion to dismiss for fraud on behalf of a convenient store client. After an extensive evidentiary hearing, the court dismissed the case with prejudice. Great Results!
Zwilling to Present Webinar on A Little Bit About a Lot: Tips on Successfully Handling Common Employment Issues
During this webinar, attorney Melisa C. Zwilling will discuss several key employment issues about which employers and insurers should be aware. What steps should immediately be taken in response to a complaint of harassment? Should an employee’s verbal resignation be accepted? What conditions constitute a disability and what protections exist […]
Brannon and Reynolds Obtain a Defense Verdict
Dave Brannon and George Reynolds of our Tallahassee (FL) office successfully obtained a defense verdict in a product liability and negligence lawsuit brought against a Florida-based grocery store chain. The plaintiff alleged she suffered injuries after consuming a product purchased from the grocery store defendant. The jury returned a favorable […]
Ed Taylor Participates in the American College of Trial Lawyers’ Boot Camp
Ed Taylor, a shareholder in our Gulfport (MS) office, recently participated in the American College of Trial Lawyers’ Boot Camp. The program, which focused on the Rosenberg Spy Case, featured Ed presenting the Demonstration of Direct Examination session. We are proud to support programs that strengthen advocacy skills and the […]
Zwilling to Present Webinar on How to Avoid Nuclear Employment Verdicts
There has been a significant increase in nuclear verdicts across all industries post-COVID, but some of the most staggering awards have been in employment lawsuits. This webinar will discuss how those nuclear verdicts can be avoided. This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department […]
