Each year, the Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP personal injury law firm hosts a seminar to advise students on emerging into the legal field after Law School. We invite attorneys from various practices areas to offer practice tips on how to get started and be successful in the Alabama legal community. The seminar is then…
Read More About Birmingham School of Law Next Steps SeminarFarris, Riley & Pitt, LLP sponsored the Music & Miracles Radiothon along with 103.7 The Q to benefit Children’s of Alabama. The radiothon took place on August 22nd and 23rd on Magic 96.5 and on the 23rd on 103.7 The Q. To learn more, click here.
Read More About Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP sponsors Music & Miracles Radiothon benefiting Children’s of AlabamaSeveral of the Birmingham personal injury lawyers of Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP have received awards from b-Metro. Brett Hollett was named a “Rising Star.” Meredith Maitrejean, Anastasia Allmon, Calle Mendenhall, and Jessica Zorn were each named “Top Women Attorneys.” Partner Kirby Farris was added to the Hall of Fame. We are honored to receive…
Read More About FRP Attorneys Receive Prestigious AwardsBy: Jessica Zorn A deposition is a question-and-answer session when you give testimony under oath before your trial. It is your opportunity to answer questions asked by an attorney and, to some extent, tell your side of the story. Everything said in a deposition is recorded by a court reporter – so anything you say…
Read More About What is a deposition?If you’ve been seriously injured due to an accident caused by someone else, you may be able to seek compensation for your medical bills and other accident-related expenses. The Birmingham personal injury attorneys with Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP help people with their legal matters after tragic accidents. We have been successfully handling claims and…
Read More About 10 Reasons Why Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer is ImportantIf I’ve been hit in a rear-end collision, is the driver behind me automatically at fault? When rear-end collisions happen, the trailing driver will likely be considered at least partially responsible for the accident. This is because all drivers have a responsibility to follow other vehicles at a safe distance. If the car in front…
Read More About What You Should Know About Rear-End CollisionsBy: Jessica Zorn There are two common ways you could end up with a different lawyer handling your case after you hire someone: (1) you may fire your attorney and hire someone new or (2) your attorney may refer your case to a different lawyer or firm. Here is everything you need to know about…
Read More About The Truth About Switching AttorneysOn Friday, July 20, Bayer AG, a German pharmaceutical and chemical company, announced it will cease selling its Essure medical device. Unsurprisingly, Bayer’s announcement was termed a “business decision” due to declining sales rather than the safety and efficacy of the device. In fact, Bayer cited “inaccurate and misleading publicity” as the primary reason for…
Read More About Bayer’s Essure Contraceptive: What You Need to KnowIf you or a loved one has been harmed by contaminated food products, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Contact our experienced lawyers today to explore your legal options.
Read More About The Biggest Food Recalls in HistoryThere comes a time when most of us need some form of regular medical assistance, whether from friends and family or a senior living facility. For those who need help with activities of daily living (ADLs), a nursing home is often the only option. Unfortunately, nursing homes also have a reputation for abuse and neglect.…
Read More About How Nursing Home Understaffing Can Lead to Senior Abuse and Neglect