We are excited to announce that we will be a sponsor of the DRI Nursing Home/ALF Litigation Seminar in Atlanta, GA on September 14, 2017. Please join our attorneys, John Stevens and Barbara Marschalk, at the event. We look forward to welcoming you to Atlanta. Brochure Event page ... Continue Reading
Attorney Jeff Ward will be speaking at the 50th Annual Meeting of the Georgia Defense Lawyers Association
Civil defense lawyers from across the state will gather to celebrate GDLA’s 50th Anniversary, convening at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida. DEF Attorney Jeff Ward will be speaking alongside Sherrie Brady (Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young) and Past President Kirby Mason (Hunter Maclean) on the topic, "Apportionment: Something for Everyone". He is scheduled to speak on Friday, June 16. GDLA Brochure About Jeff Ward For nearly 15 years, Jeff Ward has practiced as a trial lawyer in Georgia. He has successfully tried cases to jury verdict in both state and federal court and regularly provides guidance and counsel to a variety of clients. His civil litigation experience ... Continue Reading
So You Want to Handle Trucking Cases? Understanding the Basics of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Rules and Regulations
Melody Kiella will co-present during this DRI webinar geared towards providing a core breakdown of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules and regulations for attorneys new to trucking. Melody Kiella will co-present during this DRI webinar geared towards providing a core breakdown of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules and regulations for attorneys new to trucking. The program will provide an easy-to-digest review of “Hours of Service” regulations, driver logs, driver qualifications, mandated drug and alcohol testing, vehicle inspection, and other federal rules applicable to commercial drivers. She will also discuss FMCSA recordkeeping requirements and what ... Continue Reading
ACC Georgia Chapter & DEF Mini-MBA Program Success!
The ACC Georgia Chapter in partnership with Drew Eckl & Farnham held a Mini-MBA Program. This event was a half-day program introducing important business skills needed to succeed in today's competitive environment. View photos ... Continue Reading
Great Success for Night Visions 2017!
DEF is proud to support Night Visions 2017 benefiting the Center for the Visually Impaired. DEF is proud to support Night Visions 2017 benefiting the Center for the Visually Impaired. This year's event raised over $135,000 for CVI's life-changing programs! Over 275 people attended the carnival-themed Night Visions event at the Stave, where they enjoyed carnival games and entertainment while learning about CVI's life-changing work. If you would like to support CVI, you can donate at https://www.cviga.org/donate_now/ ... Continue Reading
DEF will be a sponsor for the GHCC Leadership Conference
DEF is excited to once again sponsor the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Leadership Conference. The event is on Saturday, April 29th at 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at the UPS headquarters. More information ... Continue Reading
DEF to sponsor 25th Annual Kids’ Chance of Georgia Charity Golf Classic
We are excited to celebrate 25 years of fundraising to support for Kids' Chance! We are excited to be the presenting sponsor for the 25th Annual Kids' Chance of Georgia Charity Golf Classic. Kids’ Chance of Georgia, Inc. provides educational scholarships to the children of Georgia’s workers who have been seriously, catastrophically or fatally injured in work related accidents. Money raised from our golf classic will fund scholarships for our kids! For more about Kids’ Chance of Georgia: https://kidschancega.org/about-kids-chance TOPGOLF Midtown 1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd., NW Atlanta, GA 30318 Tuesday, May 16, 2017 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm What is ... Continue Reading
Winning the Battle on the Frontline!
The topics presented will speak to many different facets of management from knowing how to handle an employee when they are injured on the job to understanding the ever evolving labor world. The topics are geared specifically to improve your safety programs and help you to become a better leader.The Greater Rome SHRM is proud to present "Winning the Battle on the Frontline!" A seminar designed to reach all levels of management. The topics presented will speak to many different facets of management from knowing how to handle an employee when they are injured on the job to understanding the ever evolving labor world. The topics are geared specifically to improve your safety ... Continue Reading
DEF to sponsor Annual Educational Conference – “Yes We Can, Make Claims Handling Great Again!”
The ACA is pleased to again offer both Workers’ Compensation and Liability tracks this year! Join us for our 95th year of offering Educational and Networking Opportunities to the Atlanta Claims Industry: Date: April 27, 2017 Location: Northeast Hilton Atlanta 5993 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 Phone:(770) 447-4747 Theme: "Yes We Can, Make Claims Handling Great Again!" Cost: Free * Fully Refundable fee of $20.00 to secure your reservation Schedule of ... Continue Reading
DEF is a sponsor for Night Visions 2017
We are proud to announce that we will be a sponsor for Night Visions benefiting the Center for the Visually Impaired. The event will be on Thursday, April 27 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Stave at American Spirit Works. Funds raised through Night Visions support CVI’s life changing services and programs for those impacted by vision loss, and are crucial to ensure that we can help all those in need. More Information ... Continue Reading