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We're excited to announce that DEF has achieved SOC 2 compliance, reinforcing our dedication to data security and strengthening customer trust. This milestone highlights our team's leadership and commitment to excellence in the legal profession. Our sincere appreciation goes to Insight Assurance for their diligent evaluation and validation of our compliance efforts, ensuring that we uphold the highest standards of security and accountability. We also are grateful for Genius GRC helping us to bolster our information security capabilities and leading us through the compliance process. As we celebrate this achievement, we reaffirm our commitment to transparency, integrity, and continuous ... Continue Reading

We are excited to announce that Drew Eckl & Farnham is a proud sponsor of Swing for PTS 2024, Path to Shine’s annual Topgolf Fundraiser. This year’s event will take place on October 26th at Topgolf Midtown Atlanta and promises a day filled with friendly competition, great food, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. The event will feature three hours of Topgolf gameplay, a delicious hot breakfast buffet, a cash bar, and a silent auction. Most importantly, all proceeds from the fundraiser will support Path to Shine’s essential mentoring and tutoring programs for elementary school children throughout Georgia. Join us as we tee off for a great cause and help ensure that ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl & Farnham is honored to be a Sponsor for the 2024 Golfing for Scholarships Fundraiser, hosted by Kids' Chance of Nevada. This notable event will take place on October 14, 2024, at the Arroyo Golf Club at Red Rock in Las Vegas. Kids’ Chance of Nevada is dedicated to providing educational scholarships to children whose parents have been seriously, catastrophically, or fatally injured in work-related accidents. By supporting this event, you contribute to these deserving students' pursuit of education and a brighter future. For more information and to register, please visit Kids' Chance of Nevada's website. ... Continue Reading

Earlier this year, Georgia law regarding time limited demands in personal injury matters arising out of motor vehicle collisions was changed to make every offer to settle extended in such cases an offer to enter into a bilateral contract. Specifically, OCGA § 9-11-67.1, was amended to state, in part, that “[a]ny offer to settle a tort claim for personal injury, bodily injury, or death arising from a motor vehicle collision shall be an offer to enter into a bilateral contract.”  O.C.G.A. § 9-11-67.1(a).  Inclusion of the “bilateral contract” language is significant. A bilateral contract is a contract in which the parties embrace “reciprocal duties and obligations.” Aspironal ... Continue Reading

We are proud to support and attend the Workers' Compensation Law Institute Dinner & Silent Auction at the upcoming ICLE Workers' Compensation Law Institute seminar this October 24-26. This event, held on October 24 from 6-10pm at the Sea Palms Resort in St Simons Island, includes the annual dinner and silent auction with the theme Touchdowns, Tailgates, and Kids’ Chance. Join us for an evening of fun and philanthropy to raise funds to provide educational opportunities and scholarships to children of injured or deceased workers.   For more details about the event and to register, visit The Workers' Compensation Law Institute Dinner & Silent Auction (constantcontactpages.com) ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl & Farnham continues to be recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle for its success as an Atlanta law firm.  We have been ranked No. 17 on the list of Atlanta's 50 Largest Law Firms in 2024.   Some of the Firm's key practice areas were highlighted including workers' compensation defense, general liability defense, commercial transportation defense, corporate and transactional law, and insurance coverage.  To view a complete list of practice areas for the firm, visit our Practice Areas page. ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl & Farnham is honored to be named one of the Top Workplaces 2024 by Atlanta Top Workplaces. This prestigious recognition is based entirely on feedback from employees, collected through an anonymous survey conducted by Energage LLC. The survey evaluates various aspects of the employee experience, including how respected and supported employees feel, their opportunities for growth, and their empowerment to perform their roles effectively. Out of numerous companies considered, only 175 have been selected for this year's list. “Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, ... Continue Reading

Please join us in congratulating the 31 Drew Eckl & Farnham attorneys who were named as 2025 Best Lawyers in America©, and the 15 who were named 2025 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America©. Lawyer of the Year Stevan A. Miller Litigation - Insurance 2025 Best Lawyers in America © 2025 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America © We extend our congratulations to all the attorneys who have received these recognitions. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to providing outstanding legal services to our clients. To learn more about Best Lawyers, visit their website: https://www.bestlawyers.com/ ... Continue Reading

We rely on state and local governments for all kinds of public works – parks, roads, public transportation, etc.  Those works, though planned and orchestrated by governing bodies, are often ultimately constructed and carried out by third party individuals and private entities.  So, when someone is injured due to such work, they usually turn to both the government entity and the private party for compensation.  Depending on the circumstances, the third-party contractor may have absolute defenses to liability.  Indeed, in Georgia, “a contractor for the State engaged in work on a public project is not liable for injury or damage to private property resulting from the work ... Continue Reading