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New Jersey Supreme Court decision
New Jersey Supreme Court decision
Joe Hassinger has the report on an important new New Jersey Supreme Court decision affirming an order granting Summary Judgment to Powerhouse Gym based on an exculpatory agreement in a membership contract. The form stated, in part, that the member assumed all risks of…
NRRDA July Newsletter…
NRRDA July Newsletter…
BECOME A MEMBER OF NRRDA If you are not already a NRRDA member, here is how you can join this list of growing restaurant and retail professionals working together to reduce and manage the claims in our industry. www.joinnrrda.org Open,…
Happy Birthday NRRDA!
Happy Birthday NRRDA!
Happy Birthday NRRDA! The National Retail and Restaurant Defense Association Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary and Launches 2010 Membership Drive The National Retail and Restaurant Defense Association (NRRDA), which represents some of the largest national retail and restaurant chains dedicated to the…
ACC Houston Chapter’s July CLE hosted by Galloway
ACC Houston Chapter’s July CLE hosted by Galloway
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Houston Chapter presents its monthly CLE July 13th sponsored by Galloway, Johnson, Tomkins, Burr & Smith. The CLE will be taught by Thomas J. Smith, a Director of Galloway and Laura W. Doerre, Vice…
Six attorneys join the Galloway team
Six attorneys join the Galloway team
St. Louis- Matthew Barnhart New Orleans- Cheri Chestnut Houston- Anthony Sullivan Lafayette- Jason Wilson Tampa- Mike Ruel and Autumn George Please read their bios in the attorney section of the website for details. Welcome aboard ALL!
With July 4th around the corner
With July 4th around the corner
This article discusses a new study recently completed by Bryan Pfister, PhD, a specialist in neural tissue engineering and bio-dynamics. The study supports the findings by Exponent, the BIA, and Neuro-Med. Low Risk of Traumatic Brain Injury from Roller Coaster…
NRRDA News Excerpts
NRRDA News Excerpts
NRRDA 2011 ANNUAL CONFERENCE The 2011 NRRDA Annual Conference will be held in Orlando, FL at the Orlando Airport Marriott from Wednesday, February 23 to Friday, February 25, 2011. Registration for the Annual Conference will be available in the…
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith Launches New Website
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith Launches New Website
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, PLC, A Premier Defense Litigation Law Firm, Launches New Website To Better Inform Its Clients And Connect With Its Nine Offices Across The Gulf South
Strikes Against Hunger benefitting Meals on Wheels- 1st Place!
Strikes Against Hunger benefitting Meals on Wheels- 1st Place!
As many of you know, Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith entered a bowling team for this worthy cause last night. We were up against some very notable competition which included numerous PBA players. Our team, however, overcame, not only…
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith Announces New Directors
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith Announces New Directors
New Orleans, LA, January 14, 2010–Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith is pleased to announce that Billy Swaim, James Bailey and Mike Lonegrass have become Directors of the Firm. “These promotions reflect the notable and hard-earned achievements of a group…
Benefits Review Board Allows Claimant Another Bite at the Apple After Settlement
Benefits Review Board Allows Claimant Another Bite at the Apple After Settlement
The Benefits Review Board (BRB) recently reversed a grant of summary decision regarding whether a claimant’s current “left shoulder injury” claim is covered by the parties’ previous settlement for his “left pectoral muscle,” knee, and psychological injuries. In Marcus Schulmeister v.…
Michael Grimley Presenting at Construction Risk Conference in San Diego
Michael Grimley Presenting at Construction Risk Conference in San Diego
J. Michael “Mike” Grimley, a Director in our Pensacola office, will present at the International Risk Management Institute, Inc. Construction Risk Conference on October 29 in San Diego, California. The CRC offers education, networking, and business opportunities, making it an essential…
Galloway Director Implements Key Strategies for Win in Florida
Galloway Director Implements Key Strategies for Win in Florida
In a non-jury trial, Director Edward Krakauer partnered with our insurance carrier in implementing key strategies over three years in a matter that was substantial and significant to our client’s claim handling practices. Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith understood the implications…
Jason Waguespack Highlighted by LADB for Committee Work
Jason Waguespack Highlighted by LADB for Committee Work
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith Managing Director Jason Waguespack was highlighted in the Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board August 2024 Newsletter. Jason serves as a LADB Hearing Committee member. Below is the Hearing Committee Member Spotlight: A desire to give back to the legal…
Galloway Associate Returns to Firm, Secures Win in Dallas
Galloway Associate Returns to Firm, Secures Win in Dallas
Shortly after returning to Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, Associate Jonathon Austin secured a summary judgement win on behalf of our clients in a death injury case in Dallas. Jonathon originally joined Galloway in 2021, advocating for clients in…
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