Litigation Readiness: A Checklist Every Manufacturer Needs In high-stakes product liability litigation, the best defense often begins well before a lawsuit is filed. Manufacturers who prepare proactively are more likely to manage risks, control costs, and uphold their credibility in front of a jury. Below is a concise litigation readiness checklist that every product manufacturer … Read More
For 25 years, our experienced team has assisted clients throughout the entire construction lifecycle—managing bid processes, contract negotiations, project development, and final certificates of occupancy. We work closely with a diverse range of industry professionals, including owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. With extensive expertise in contract disputes, construction defects, materialmen’s liens, and bond claims, … Read More
False advertising isn’t just bad business—it’s illegal. Under the Lanham Act (15 U.S.C. § 1125(a)), businesses are prohibited from making false or misleading claims about their products in advertising or promotion. These laws protect consumers from deceptive practices while ensuring fair competition in the marketplace. What Qualifies as False Advertising? An advertisement can violate the … Read More
Christian & Small is pleased to announce that Mobile Partner Christina May Bolin has been invited to be a Fellow with the Construction Lawyers Society of America (CLSA), an invitation-only honorary society for construction lawyers. Christina will be inducted at the September CLSA International Conference in Charleston, South Carolina. Christina leads Christian & Small’s Mobile/Baldwin … Read More
Christian & Small is pleased to announce that the firm and six partners are recognized in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA. Partners Bill D. Bensinger, Bradley R. Hightower, Thomas B. Humphries, and Daniel D. Sparks are ranked for Bankruptcy/Restructuring (Band 2, 3, Up and Coming, and 1, respectively). Partner Richard E. Smith and Sharon D. Stuart are ranked … Read More
25 Years of Mentoring the Next Generation of Attorneys For 25 years, Christian & Small’s dedication to mentorship and professional growth has helped our newer attorneys develop their skills and advance their careers. From day one, the firm has prioritized supporting the growth and development of newer attorneys through a structured and deliberate mentorship … Read More
Ala. Code § 6-5-521 (1975), often referred to as Alabama’s “innocent-seller act,” defines a product liability action and establishes protections for distributors, wholesalers, dealers, retailers, and sellers of products from liability in certain circumstances. It outlines specific conditions under which a seller may be held liable, such as when the seller is also the manufacturer, … Read More
Neal Moore and Gaby Atkisson, working alongside John K. Rossman of Rossman Kirk, recently had their client’s Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff’s claims for violations of 15 U.S.C. § 1692d and 15 U.S.C. § 1692e granted due to the Plaintiff’s failure to state a claim. The Plaintiff alleged that the Defendant, a debt collector, violated the Fair Debt Collection Practice Act … Read More
The equine industry is undergoing a technological transformation. As wearable devices and AI-powered analytics become more common in barns and training programs, their influence extends well beyond horse health and performance and into the world of insurance claims and litigation. These innovations offer unprecedented insight into equine behavior and wellness. But they also raise complex … Read More
