A recent conundrum in evolving product liability law is whether software qualifies as a product or a service under various strict product liability laws. The intersection of the digital and cyber world with product liability torts presents a myriad of dilemmas not previously addressed in established caselaw. The court’s decision in In re Uber Techs., … Read More
2024 saw several important decisions rendered by the Supreme Court of the United States. In this 5 part series, we take a look at some key decisions and the cases that led to those decisions. These are the case summaries decided by SCOTUS that most affect our clients and the courts in which we practice. … Read More
2024 saw several important decisions rendered by the Supreme Court of the United States. In this 5 part series, we take a look at some key decisions and the cases that led to those decisions. These are the case summaries decided by SCOTUS that most affect our clients and the courts in which we practice. … Read More
Christian & Small is pleased to announce that it has earned a National Tier 3 Ranking for Mass Tort Litigation/ Class Actions – Defendants for the seventh consecutive year in the 2024 of Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings. The Firm earned a Metropolitan Tier 1 Ranking in 19 practice areas, a Metropolitan Tier … Read More
Christian & Small is pleased to welcome Associate Macy E. Mitchell to the Jackson, MS office where she will focus her practice on bankruptcy, business services and commercial litigation, family law, and wills, trusts, and estates. Mitchell obtained her Juris Doctorate from the Mississippi College School of Law in 2024 cum laude, where she graduated … Read More
Associate Hannah E. Black has been appointed to serve on DRI’s 2024-2025 Young Lawyers Steering Committee and Social Media Chair. The mission of the Committee is to provide professional development, quality CLE programs, and networking opportunities. Each June, the Committee brings together top litigators nationwide and in-house counsel from corporations worldwide to help associates … Read More
Christian & Small is pleased to announce that thirteen partners are recognized in the 2025 edition of Benchmark Litigation. Recognized as 2025 Litigation Stars are John Johnson, Richard E. Smith, Daniel D. Sparks, Sharon D. Stuart, Michael A. Vercher, F. Todd Weston, and new to the list this year are Bill D. Bensinger, Greer B. … Read More
Christian & Small LLP is pleased to announce that Elli Anne Bradley and Claire Epps have joined the firm as Associates in its Birmingham, Alabama, office. Bradley’s practice focuses on insurance coverage, liquor liability, and extra-contractual obligations. Epps represents clients in civil litigation, primarily focusing on insurance defense, transportation and construction disputes, and professional … Read More
Before an employee files a lawsuit for discrimination against an employer, they must first file a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Once the charge is filed, the EEOC reviews and investigates the claims made by the employee. If the agency cannot find a violation, it issues a dismissal and a notice of … Read More
