“Expressing yourself politically—both online and in the workplace—can be nerve racking as a law student. Sure, lawyers are often politically and socially active. But how should you address your passionate views when a job is at stake?” DEF Attorney Daniel C. Kniffen along with legal editor and human resource consultant Michael Jacobson give insight into the ethics of politics in the office. The article originally appeared in the November/December 2016 Issue of the ABA’s Student Lawyer Magazine and reposted with permission from American Bar Association Law Student Division. Click here to read the full article Dan Kniffen has been practicing for 30 years and focuses his practice ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham Announces New Attorneys
Drew Eckl & Farnham is excited to welcome attorneys: Natalie Clark, Thomas Kegley, and Colin Bryan.Drew Eckl & Farnham is excited to welcome attorneys: Natalie Clark, Thomas Kegley, and Colin Bryan. Natalie Clark is an associate and discovered her passion for workers' compensation law while still at the University of Georgia, School of Law as she had the unique opportunity to help conduct research for a workers' compensation textbook for a visiting professor. Upon graduation from law school, she immediately began defending employers and insurers at a small, boutique law firm that practiced workers' compensation defense almost exclusively. As a result, she ... Continue Reading
Attorney Jack Reale Recognized As One of the Best in Sports Law
Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to announce that attorney John "Jack" P. Reale has been recognized by Georgia Trend as a 2016 Legal Elite in Entertainment/Sports Law. Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to announce that attorney John “Jack” P. Reale has been recognized by Georgia Trend as a 2016 Legal Elite in Entertainment/Sports Law. Georgia Trend’s 14th annual list features the state’s top attorneys in 14 categories, as chosen by their peers. Jack Reale has been practicing law for 40 years and has represented hundreds of professional football players in the negotiation and drafting of playing contracts and commercial endorsements as well as estate planning, tax ... Continue Reading
Attorneys Michael Miller and Jeff Ward Presented on “Premises Liability: Slip & Falls”
Attorneys Jeff Ward and Mike Miller presented a CLE course, "Premises Liability: Slips & Falls"Attorneys Jeff Ward and Mike Miller presented a CLE course, "Premises Liability: Slips & Falls" seminar on November 9, 2016. If you are interested in having Jeff or Mike speak at your location, please email cwalsh@deflaw.com. ... Continue Reading
DEF Attorneys Listed as 2017 Best Lawyers in America
We are proud to announce that four our attorneys have been listed as the 2017 Best Lawyers in America.We are proud to announce that four of our attorneys have been listed as the 2017 Best Lawyers in America. Workers' Compensation Law - Employers John A. Ferguson, Jr. (2011) [2007] H. Michael Bagley (2011) [1995-96] Daniel C. Kniffen (2012) [2012] John G. Blackmon, Jr. (2013) [2013] () First year lawyer was listed in Best Lawyers for the stated specialty. [] First year lawyer was listed in Best Lawyers. ... Continue Reading
DEF receives a ranking in the 2017 Edition of U.S. News – “Best Law Firms”
We are pleased to announce that our firm has received a ranking in the 2017 Edition of the U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms."We are pleased to announce that our firm has received a ranking in the 2017 Edition of the U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms." ... Continue Reading
John Ferguson receives Distinguished Service Award
Congratulations to John Ferguson for receiving the Distinguished Service Award at The Workers' Compensation Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia.Congratulations to John Ferguson for receiving the Distinguished Service Award at The Workers' Compensation Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia. This award is given to members of the bench and bar who have made outstanding contributions to the practice and/or development of workers' compensation law. The award is presented at the annual Workers' Compensation Law Institute Seminar. ... Continue Reading
Jim Anderson has been featured in the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2016 Who’s Who in Law & Accounting
Click to learn more about Jim Anderson and other prominent individuals in the legal and accounting professions.Chairman, Jim Anderson, has been featured in the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 2016 Who's Who in Law & Accounting which highlights the 100 most prominent individuals in the legal and accounting professions in metro Atlanta and Georgia. Click to read full article About Jim Anderson Jim Anderson has been practicing law for 25 years, with the last 21 of those focused on Workers’ Compensation issues. He has extensive experience in drug cases and death claims in Workers’ Compensation and his strength is in determining the compensability of ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham is Moving!
We are excited to announce that on November 18, 2016, we will be moving from 880 West Peachtree Street to 303 Peachtree Street. Beginning November 18th, 2016 please contact us at: 303 Peachtree Street NE Suite 3500 Atlanta, GA, 30308 (404) 885-1400 ... Continue Reading
Preserving Electronically Stored Information Under Amended Federal Rule 37(e)
DEF Attorney Melody Kiella's article has been featured in the DRI The Voice Newsletter. [Excerpt] In December 2015, there were several amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. One of the most significant changes was to Rule 37(e), which concerns a party’s failure to preserve electronically stored information (ESI). Continue reading the article here. About the Author Melody Kiella represents clients against claims of premises liability, negligence, violation of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, reckless driving, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, vicarious liability, and other matters generally relating to commercial transportation law and general ... Continue Reading