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Ruel and Potter Secure Sinkhole Defense Victory for Florida Insurer
Ruel and Potter Secure Sinkhole Defense Victory for Florida Insurer
On January 14, 2016, Tampa attorneys Michael Ruel and Maggie Potter obtained a defense verdict in a breach of contract insurance claim for sinkhole loss in Pasco County, Florida, which is commonly referred to as “sinkhole ally.” After four days…
Galloway Johnson Named 2016 Workers' Compensation Litigation Law Firm of the Year in Mississippi by Corporate INTL Global Awards
Galloway Johnson Named 2016 Workers' Compensation Litigation Law Firm of the Year in Mississippi by Corporate INTL Global Awards
Galloway Johnson is pleased to announce that it has been named the 2016 Workers’ Compensation Litigation Law Firm of the Year in Mississippi by Corporate INTL Global Awards. Corporate INTL’s research department conducts extensive reviews, draws insight from business leaders…
Galloway Johnson Commended for LGBT-Inclusive Policies
Galloway Johnson Commended for LGBT-Inclusive Policies
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation recently cited Galloway Johnson as the top company in Louisiana with LGBT-friendly policies. The firm is one of just three companies in the state that appear in the foundation’s annual Corporate Equality Index. Galloway Johnson…
Candice Herrington Named Representative of the Year by Executive Women International, New Orleans Chapter
Candice Herrington Named Representative of the Year by Executive Women International, New Orleans Chapter
The firm is pleased to congratulate Candice Herrington on being elected to receive the 2015 Representative of the Year Award for Executive Women International (EWI), New Orleans Chapter. Members of the chapter nominate and vote for one person to be…
NRRDA Conference Scheduled for March 2016
NRRDA Conference Scheduled for March 2016
The National Retail and Restaurant Defense Association has released details on its 2016 conference, which will be held in Ft. Lauderdale from March 2-4. This annual event offers networking and continuing ed opportunities, with discussions on risk management, employment law…
Tony Jones Selected for Outstanding Atlanta 2015
Tony Jones Selected for Outstanding Atlanta 2015
Associate Tony C. Jones has been selected as a member of this year’s Outstanding Atlanta class. The organization celebrates young professionals who have distinguished themselves professionally or through community outreach. Originally called The Outstanding Young People of Atlanta (TOYPA), the…
Firm's Tampa Office Moves to New Location
Firm's Tampa Office Moves to New Location
The firm’s Tampa office has moved! Tampa attorneys and staff recently completed a move to a new office in the Rivergate Tower, near the University of Tampa. The new location will help the firm better serve the needs of our…
Michael Lonegrass Recognized for Excellence in Personal Injury Law
Michael Lonegrass Recognized for Excellence in Personal Injury Law
In the firm’s New Orleans office, director Michael Lonegrass has been selected as one of Louisiana’s “10 Best for Client Satisfaction” attorneys for personal injury law. The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys draws its annual “10 Best” list from…
Matthew Williams Re-Elected to Ocean Springs Economic Development Council
Matthew Williams Re-Elected to Ocean Springs Economic Development Council
Matthew Williams, of the firm’s Gulfport office, was recently elected to serve as vice-chairman of the Economic Development Council for the City of Ocean Springs, Mississippi. The council formulates innovative solutions within the City so as to maintain and improve…
CPSC – Updated Inflatable Safety Bulletin Issued
CPSC – Updated Inflatable Safety Bulletin Issued
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has updated their 2001 amusement ride safety bulletin for inflatables. The updated version is now live on their website and can be found here. Since 2001, there has been an emerging market of residential…
Navigating Cognitive Bias in Corporate Counsel Negotiation and Mediation
Navigating Cognitive Bias in Corporate Counsel Negotiation and Mediation
Exploring How Bias Can Shape Decision-Making In the complex world of corporate transactions and commercial disputes, negotiation is a valuable skill for in-house counsel. Whether resolving contract issues, managing risk, or navigating settlement discussions, the ability to negotiate effectively can have a profound…
Galloway Prevails in Louisiana Hurricane Ida Commercial Insurance Case
Galloway Prevails in Louisiana Hurricane Ida Commercial Insurance Case
James Prather and Josh Dierker in Galloway’s Mandeville, Louisiana office secured a Motion for Partial Summary Judgment win in a Hurricane Ida commercial first party case. As a part of their extensive pre-trial strategy and dispositive motion practice, the Galloway…
Service Animals or Emotional Support Animals: ADA Rules for Employers
Service Animals or Emotional Support Animals: ADA Rules for Employers
More animals seem to be assisting people these days — in airports, offices, and even classrooms. Not all animals that provide help or comfort qualify as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and understanding the distinction matters…
Louisiana Defense Lawyer Roy Schroeder Joins Esteemed FDCC Membership
Louisiana Defense Lawyer Roy Schroeder Joins Esteemed FDCC Membership
Roy L. Schroeder, a Director at Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith in the firm’s Mandeville office, has been accepted as a member of the exclusive Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC). Roy joins a distinguished network of civil defense and…
Strategies for Managing Generational Differences: Autumn George and Doris Bobadilla at ACC 2025
Strategies for Managing Generational Differences: Autumn George and Doris Bobadilla at ACC 2025
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith attorneys Autumn George and Doris Bobadilla will present at the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) 2025 Annual Meeting in Philadelphia. Their session will be Monday, October 20, at 5:00 p.m. As the modern workforce…
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