Whether it’s a workplace incident or a law firm billboard ad, Workers’ Compensation is something every adult has heard at some point in their careers. But how does Workers' Compensation actually work? Chelsea Ivey, a senior associate at Drew Eckl, goes through key parts of a workers' comp claim that every employer and employee should know. 

 Regardless of age or financial status, everyone can benefit from having a power of attorney. Madalyn Davis, a senior associate of Drew Eckl & Farnham's Estate Planning and Probate practice, understands that more than anybody. Kicking off Season 3 of DEFining the Law, Madalyn explains the details and benefits of having a power of attorney, specifically a Georgia Statutory Power of Attorney. 

Partner Karen Karabinos is joined by J.S. Held forensic accountants David Gannaway, Megan Gilberg, and Michael Schulstad to discuss how to prove financial motive in connection to insurance claims. They cover why these cases happen, the key details they look for, and some interesting cases they've handled in the past.

Congrats on landing your Summer Associate position! You've worked hard to get to this point, but you may be wondering what to expect during your experience this summer (wherever you're headed to)! We're here to help you out.

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As episode 2 of our ongoing Workers' Compensation Webinar Series, Partner Ryan V. Klee and Senior Associate Ryan Lawson discuss the new landscape of workers' compensation. As working from home has become the norm for many since the beginning of the pandemic, injuries on the clock are more complicated to maneuver and the line between work-related and personal incidents has gotten fuzzier.

Whether it's for insurance companies or employers, managing claims can be an enduring and delicate process. But if done right, it can mitigate the risk of litigation further down the road. Partner Matthew Walker and of Counsel Michelle Whitelaw join DEFining the Law to offer insightful advice on how to manage a claim and make a file as efficient and successful as possible.

Following our February 10th episode that you can find here, attorney Neil Brunetz fills us in on the newly released National Emphasis Program and what it means for employers. 

Please reach out to Neil Brunetz with any questions and check out our FAQ sheet here.

In this episode, partner Karen Karabinos interviews Drew Eckl & Farnham's first female partner: Ann Bishop. Ann joined DEF when the firm started in 1983 as one of two female associates. Listen as Karen and Ann dive into being a female in a male-dominated industry.