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ADA Accommodations That Work for Neurodivergent Employees
ADA Accommodations That Work for Neurodivergent Employees
October is recognized as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in an effort to promote inclusive workplaces and recognize the contributions of employees with disabilities. A growing segment of the workforce are neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism. Employers and those…
Managing ADA Accommodations at Work, HR.com
Managing ADA Accommodations at Work, HR.com
An employee’s casual comment about a medical limitation can trigger accommodation obligations, making a manager’s response critical to supporting the employee and reducing the company’s legal risk. In an HR.com article, Galloway employment lawyers Doris Bobadilla and Wendell Hall share…
The New Rules of Maritime Risk Management, MarineLink
The New Rules of Maritime Risk Management, MarineLink
Geopolitical instability is reshaping the risks facing maritime businesses, making proactive planning for trade disruptions, sanctions, and shifting global routes increasingly critical. In a new article published by MarineLink, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith maritime attorneys Jason Waguespack and…
Florida HB 803: Important Considerations for HOA and Construction Law
Florida HB 803: Important Considerations for HOA and Construction Law
Effects of Florida HB 803 on HOA and Construction Law: Important Considerations for Contractors, Liability Insurers, and Community Associations Florida’s House Bill 803 took effect on July 1, 2026, and while there has been much attention concerning the most visible…
Third Jones Act Waiver Takes Effect Today. How Does It Differ? WorkBoat
Third Jones Act Waiver Takes Effect Today. How Does It Differ? WorkBoat
The latest Jones Act waiver significantly narrows the relief available to maritime operators and introduces new requirements for companies seeking to transport eligible cargo aboard foreign-flag vessels. Galloway Managing Director Jason Waguespack recently spoke with WorkBoat about the third Jones…
Legal Discovery is Entering the AI Era
Legal Discovery is Entering the AI Era
Artificial Intelligence and Discoverability The use of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) is continuing its wildfire like spread across almost every facet of daily life. From personal use, integration into education, and in many aspects of business operations, AI has continued to…
Montgomery v. Caribe: Supreme Court Preserves FAAAA Safety Exception
Montgomery v. Caribe: Supreme Court Preserves FAAAA Safety Exception
Supreme Court Clarifies FAAAA in Montgomery v. Caribe The interplay between federal preemption doctrine and state tort law has long generated significant litigation in the transportation sector. The Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act of 1994 (“FAAAA”), codified in relevant part…
Defense Base Act Claims and Oath Issues in Iraqi Witness Testimony
Defense Base Act Claims and Oath Issues in Iraqi Witness Testimony
In Search of the Sworn Truth: Recent Developments in Oath Administration for Iraqi Witnesses Testifying under oath is common practice in legal proceedings in the United States. However, in countries, such as Iraq, with specific “blocking statutes,” or laws designed…
DOJ v. Uber: Federal Court Greenlights Major ADA Pattern-or-Practice Lawsuit
DOJ v. Uber: Federal Court Greenlights Major ADA Pattern-or-Practice Lawsuit
DOJ’s Suit Against Uber Shows Why Front-Line Training Matters People across the country rely on rideshare platforms for daily life, medical appointments, and employment commutes. Recognizing this importance of the platform in people’s daily lives, the U.S. Department of Justice…
Jones Act vs Longshore: Business Impact and Counsel’s Role
Jones Act vs Longshore: Business Impact and Counsel’s Role
In the maritime industry, workers are usually protected by one of two federal acts – the Jones Act or the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). Knowing which one applies is critical for any maritime employer. The Jones Act…
Federal Court in Texas Grants Summary Judgment for Defendant in Personal Injury Case
Federal Court in Texas Grants Summary Judgment for Defendant in Personal Injury Case
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith secured a decisive result in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, where the court granted summary judgment and dismissed the plaintiff’s claims with prejudice. Transportation defense attorneys Andy Krone and…
Galloway Maritime Attorneys Obtain $1.6M Arbitration Award
Galloway Maritime Attorneys Obtain $1.6M Arbitration Award
Reflecting its decades of experience and expertise, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith obtained a $1.6 million arbitration award on behalf of their clients, a maritime shipping company. New Orleans maritime attorneys Jason Waguespack and Sam Fuller led Galloway’s representation…
Who’s the Employer? WorkBoat
Who’s the Employer? WorkBoat
When a maritime worker is injured at sea, determining who qualifies as the employer can be more complicated than checking the payroll. In an article for WorkBoat, Galloway maritime attorneys Trent Wallis and Jacob Soto discuss the liability questions facing…
Commercial Contract Drafting: Governing Law Essentials
Commercial Contract Drafting: Governing Law Essentials
Why Governing Law in Vendor Agreements Matter For outbound sales to distributors and retailers, the governing law in vendor agreements can be a quiet driver of outcomes. It influences whether warranty disclaimers stick, how “battle of the forms” disputes play…
Galloway Secures Defense Verdict in Florida Security Negligence Case
Galloway Secures Defense Verdict in Florida Security Negligence Case
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith demonstrated its negligent security experience and Florida in-market strength with a confirmed defense verdict following a weeklong jury trial in late 2025, that was recently memorialized in a Final Judgment. Director J. Michael “Mike”…
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