22
Oct
Foster Children Sue Alabama’s DHR for Over $25 Million
Four foster children who have accused their foster parents of rape and sexual abuse have filed a lawsuit against the Alabama Department of Human Resources and their former foster parents. In one of the largest lawsuits ever filed against the department, the foster children seek $...
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22
Oct
Long-Term Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Researchers have only begun to understand all of the long-term symptoms experienced by victims of severe traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Severe traumatic brain injuries have a profound and long-term effect on those who experience them. In the immediate aftermath of a traumatic br...
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22
Oct
New Rules Allow Corporate Whistleblowers to Collect More Money
Several prominent corporate whistleblowers have recently been in the news, and now corporate whistleblowers can obtain even more money. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has increased the financial incentive for corporate whistleblowers to come forward. Due to several...
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22
Oct
The Link Between Traumatic Brain Injuries and ADHD
Researchers are only beginning to fully understand the long-term consequences of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). A moderate to severe TBI can cause lasting physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms that last for days, weeks, months, or over a person's life. A recent stud...
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22
Oct
HGD’s Taylor Bartlett Appointed to Alabama State Bar Pro-Bono Committee
Congratulations to HGD Partner Taylor Bartlett who has been appointed to serve on the Alabama State Bar (ASB) Pro-Bono Committee for the 2020-2021 year.The ASB Committees and Task Forces are designed to address the evolving needs of the 18,000 plus members and create solutions to...
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22
Oct
HGD Congratulates 10 Attorneys Named to 2020 Mid-South Super Lawyers!
HGD is proud to announce the selection of six (6) of our HGD lawyers to the 2020 #SuperLawyers list! This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in Alabama.Congratulations to the 2020 Super Lawyers Erik Heninger, Steve Heninger, Tim Davis, Gayle...
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22
Oct
Five Common Causes of Motorcycle Collisions
Motorcycle riding is often a lifestyle, not just a hobby for bikers. While motorcycle riding can be thrilling, it can also be dangerous, especially as drivers are more distracted than ever. Motorcycle collisions are incredibly dangerous and often result in severe injuries or deat...
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22
Oct
HGD’s Brandy Robertson Honored with BBA Distinguished Service Award
HGD congratulates Brandy Robertson for being honored with a Distinguished Service Award from the Women Lawyers Section of the Birmingham Bar Association for her work as chair of the recognitions committee!Brandy is an attorney in HGD's civil litigation department where...
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22
Oct
HGD’s Erik Heninger Achieves Board Certification in Civil Trial Law by The National Board of Trial Advocacy
[BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA] -November 6, 2020The National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) is pleased to announce that Erik S. Heninger of the law firm Heninger Garrison Davis has successfully achieved Board Certification as a civil trial law advocate. The NBTA was formed out of a strong...
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22
Oct
HGD’s Chris Hood Appointed to Alabama State Bar’s Lawyer Assistance Program Committee
HGD partner, Chris Hood, was recently appointed to Alabama State Bar's (ASB) Lawyer Assistance Program (ALAP) Committee for the 2020-2021 year. Members of the ALAP committee are volunteers who assist in the implementation of services provided by the ALAP and serve act...
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