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Swift Currie attorney David Lindsey authored an article for Business Alabama providing insight on how Alabama allows for employers to recover a portion of compensation paid to employees for injuries sustained in an on-the-job injury if the employee receives money from a third party such as a negligent driver or equipment manufacturer.

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Swift Currie partner Brandon Clapp authored an article for Insurance News Net providing guidance on how states have different laws that impact insurance claims from beginning to end. Significant consequences can come from each state having different laws and policy interpretations for insurance claims, which typically becomes an issue when the insured is doing business or has property in multiple states.

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Swift Currie attorney Lauren Meadows authored an article for Independent Agent discussing how companies can proactively avoid a premises liability case from ever occurring by educating themselves about the proper safety procedures they should be taking.

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Swift Currie attorney Rebecca Strickland authored an article for Insurance Journal discussing spikes in insurance claims related to weather disasters. With a significant number of people and businesses facing devastation from weather disasters, claims decisions by insurers have been closely scrutinized.

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On September 26, 2025, the Georgia Court of Appeals addressed whether UM carriers could be subject to an award of attorney’s fees and expenses of litigation following a statutory offer of settlement served under O.C.G.A. § 9-11-68.

Swift Currie attorneys Yamisi James and Katy Robertson authored an article for the Daily Report emphasizing the importance that premises owners take early action in slip and fall cases.

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Barker delivers a harsh but clear message. In Georgia, the only way to settle with a tortfeasor while preserving claims for other available insurance is to maintain strict compliance with O.C.G.A. § 33-24-41.1.

Lauren Meadows was highlighted in a personal profile for Law360 expert analysis discussing how running marathons has helped her build an identity outside of the workplace, manage the stress that comes with being a young attorney and build skills that can apply to her practice.

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