Events

For younger lawyers and litigators who see the courtroom less than they would like, the ABA 2017-2018 program year—all nine breakfast meetings—will focus on a single theme, the "Life of a Trial" Barbara Marschalk will be on a panel for the Atlanta Bar Association Litigation Section Breakfast. She will be discussing best practices for opening statements during the section’s Life of a Trial series. The event will be on November 10, 2017 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at the Ansley Golf Club.  Event Information About the Speaker Barbara A. Marschalk’s practice is devoted to defending a wide range of corporations and individuals in multiple practice areas including the defense of ... Continue Reading

GWCA has been your advocate for workers compensation issues in Georgia since 1975. John C. Bruffey Jr., along with Michelle Byrd and Dr. Shalin Shah from Alliance Spine & Pain Centers, will discuss "WC 101: What your Defense Team Needs to Know" at the GWCA September Q & A on September 25 at the University of North Georgia.  Event Information About GWCA GWCA has been your advocate for workers compensation issues in Georgia since 1975. Over these years, they have worked with the Georgia General Assembly and the State Board of Workers Compensation to make positive changes in the workers compensation code and its administration. Since 1992, their workers ... Continue Reading

The State Bar of Georgia Institute of Continuing Legal Education and the Workers' Compensation Law Section is hosting their annual Workers' Compensation Law Intitute. Date: October 5-7, 2017 Location: Sea Palms Resort at St. Simons Island, Georgia More Information Attorney Ryan V. Klee will be speaking on "Issues Which Arise During and After Settlement" with David M. Kay, Division Director at the State Board of Workers' Compensation, and Heather D. Froy, Attorney at Susan J. Sadow, PC.  About Ryan Klee Ryan V. Klee practices Workers' Compensation law and guides Risk Managers, Human Resource Managers, Third Party Administrators (TPAs), and Claims Adjusters in ... Continue Reading

The State Board of Workers' Compensation will be hosting the "Georgia Workers' Compensation: Our System is Out of this World" event between August 28-30, 2017. DEF Attorney Sherrill Britt will be speaking on "How to Circumvent an Impasse Between the Parties to a Workers' Compensation Claim," during the legal session on Monday, August 28. Employers, company benefit administrators, insurer and self-insurer adjusters/clerks, risk managers, safety/human resource directors, employee/employer attorneys and paralegals, rehabilitation suppliers, case managers, and medical providers (physicians, nurses, occupational health clinic staff) are encouraged to attend.  About Sherrill ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl & Farnham has purchased a table for the Taste of Kids Chance Luncheon at the Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation Conference. It will be on August 28, from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM at the Hyatt Regency, 265 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30303.  More Information ... Continue Reading

DEF Attorney Jack Reale will be speaking on “Self Insured Guaranty Funds & Bankruptcies”  at the 2017 National Workers’ Compensation Regulators College. Mark your calendars & plan to join us this August 7-8 at the Regulators College in Orlando, FL. This is an educational program specifically designed for both newly appointed and experienced state leaders providing resources, contacts, and critical information essential to address the full scope of regulatory responsibilities faced by today’s state officials. It will be hosted at the World Center Marriott. ATTEND THE CONFERENCE College Tuition & Benefits: The two-day cost for the college is $250 and includes the ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl and Farnham will be a sponsor for the inaugural ACCG Civic Affairs Foundation Golf Tournament set for Monday, October 2, 2017 at the Georgia Club (near Athens). We hope to further foster youth leadership, provide public-service oriented internships and increase understanding of Georgia county government. Engaging young people in civic affairs at the local level is more important today than ever before. The ACCG Civic Affairs Foundation strives to achieve opportunities for their youth to get involved in local communities and become better informed citizens. These programs leave lasting impacts, both on the young people and Georgia’s county governments. More Information ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl and Farnham will be a Gold Sponsor for the Arkansas Trucking SeminarDrew Eckl and Farnham will be a Gold Sponsor for the Arkansas Trucking Seminar in Rogers, AR on September 12-14, 2017. ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl and Farnham will be an Early Birdie Sponsor for the Delta Community Tees Up “Fore” Credit Unions Golf Tournament. The event will be on Monday, October 23, 2017 at the Marietta Country Club. All tournament proceeds will benefit the Credit Union Political Action Committee (CUPAC), which focuses on keeping the credit union industry vibrant and strong by helping educate state and federal legislators and other public officials on the positive mission of credit unions.  More Information ... Continue Reading

We are sponsors for the Honorable Order of the Blue Goose International 111th Annual Grand Nest Convention. The event will be Tuesday, July 11 – Friday, July 14, 2017 in Savannah, GA. Sarah Smith Dumbacher and Karen Karabinos will be attending this event. More Information ... Continue Reading