Burr & Forman LLP

👏 Burr’s Joseph Stuhrenberg has been elected as a Barrister of the Clarke-Carley American Inn of Court! This prestigious honor reflects his exceptional achievements and dedication to the legal profession.

Congratulations, Joe, on this well-deserved recognition! To read more, visit: https://bit.ly/3X9ISu6

Burr & Forman is proud to acknowledge Birmingham Partner Angie Cameron Smith, who was honored at the Burr-sponsored American Cancer Society Hope Gala this past weekend. As a cancer survivor, Angie’s resilience and commitment to cancer research deeply inspire us all.

Congratulations, Angie, on this meaningful recognition.

Birmingham Partner Kelli Fleming recently authored an insightful article in Birmingham Medical News discussing the new penalties introduced by the Department of Health and Human Services for healthcare providers violating information blocking rules under the 21st Century Cures Act.

These penalties could impact Electronic Health Record incentives, Merit-based Incentive Payment System scores, and Medicare Shared Savings Program participation.

For a detailed overview, read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4cM4d2D

Happy Labor Day from Burr & Forman!

In this episode of The Burr Broadcast, Natalie Ecker Phillips examines the recent guidance provided by OSHA regarding the work-relatedness of employee injuries or illnesses while traveling.

To watch, visit: https://bit.ly/3T7IjQB

We are excited to welcome Rob Dills to Burr & Forman! He joins the Real Estate Practice Group in the firm's Hilton Head office.

To learn more about Rob, visit: https://bit.ly/3Z3eZhQ

📰 Burr's Bill Lawrence was recently featured in AL.com discussing the influence of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) collectives on college sports. As legal counsel for Auburn’s NIL collective, On to Victory, Bill shared insights on how these collectives are affecting college athletics and athlete retention.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3Z3RBkr

In this month's episode of The Burr Morning Show, Carlton Hilson and Amy Jordan Wilkesdiscuss the FTC non-compete ban's recent blocking by a federal judge and what it could mean for business.

To watch, visit: https://bit.ly/4dZxtE7

In a recent article by Modern Restaurant Management, Burr’s Nate Quirk sheds light on the trademark dispute between Whatabrands LLC and What-A-Burger #13. He explains the importance of trademark protection, detailing how it can shield your business and help you avoid expensive legal conflicts.

Discover Nate's full insights here: https://bit.ly/3Z8lqQy

🎉 Congratulations to Nashville Associate Lauren Rota! She has been selected for the Nashville Bar Foundation's Leadership Forum Class of 2025. This program will help to enhance her skills through collaborative learning, networking, and community service.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3Z01AHt

📣 Burr & Forman is proud to announce the launch of our new Private Equity Sector Team, led by Partner Sims Rhyne. It is the eighth sector team established by the firm, with the purpose of increasing collaboration and enhancing client service.

To learn more about our team, visit: https://bit.ly/47b7kQz

🎉 We are thrilled to announce that 14 of our attorneys across five offices have been named to South Carolina's 2024 "Legal Elite" by Columbia Business Monthly, Greenville Business Magazine, Charleston Business Magazine, and B2B: The Grand Strand! This honor reflects their exceptional talent and dedication, as recognized by their peers.

Congratulations to all who were acknowledged! To learn more about the award and its recipients, visit: https://www.burr.com/newsroom/news/14-burr-attorneys-named-among-south-carolinas-2024-legal-elite

Burr & Forman is excited to announce that we have once again achieved Mansfield Rule Certification and earned the "Trendsetter" designation for our ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion!

This certification highlights our efforts to ensure fair and equal opportunities for all talented individuals in leadership roles. We remain dedicated to advancing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our firm and beyond.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/4fTUt9q

Atlanta Partner Erich Durlacher was recently featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, where he discusses the current challenges in Atlanta's office towers market.

To learn more and read the full article, visit: https://bit.ly/3MlgjVy

Burr's Managing Director of Economic Development, Greg Canfield, explores the impact of electric vehicle investments in the South and the challenges posed by the UAW's push for unionization in an article published by Area Development.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/46ZBaHx

📢 A federal judge has blocked the FTC's proposed ban on non-compete agreements, marking a crucial moment in employment law. This development could have significant implications for businesses and professionals navigating job contracts and career moves.

Burr’s Carlton Hilson, Amy Wilkes, and Gabriell Jeffreys provide an update on this important ruling and what it means for the future of employment agreements.

To read their full analysis and understand the potential impact and next steps, visit: https://bit.ly/3YQvq0X

Burr & Forman is proud to see our clients recognized at the inaugural Birmingham Business Journal Manufacturing Awards. As the presenting sponsor of this event, we celebrate your hard work and innovation in the industry. Congratulations to all the honorees!

Burr’s Erich Durlacher shared insights with Private Debt Investor on the latest in financial restructuring, emphasizing key developments in Pluralsight’s recent restructuring and the strategies involved.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3yWC7no

We are proud to share that Mike Rich and Emma Goodloe recently attended the International Association of Defense Counsel's 50th Annual Trial Academy! This prestigious, week-long program is renowned for honing top-notch defense trial advocacy skills. We're excited to leverage these insights to help better serve our clients!

Burr is excited to share that 234 of our attorneys have been honored in The Best Lawyers in America, with 21 distinguished as "Lawyer of the Year."

Congratulations to all on their well-deserved recognition! To learn more about the award and its recipients, visit: https://www.burr.com/newsroom/news/best-lawyers-2025-honors-234-burr-attorneys-including-21-lawyers-of-the-year

Burr would like to congratulate Nashville Associate Summer Geyer on her recent graduation from the Associated General Contractor's Construction Leadership Program! This program equips emerging leaders with vital skills and networking opportunities.

To learn more about the program and Summer, visit: https://bit.ly/4fHW8i9

Nashville Associate Molly McCue and our summer clerks, Jackson Abbey and Sam Stoner, enjoyed networking and unwinding at the Nashville Bar Association's Summer Break Happy Hour at Monday Night Brewing. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues and celebrate the summer!

We are excited to welcome Andy Wilson to Burr & Forman! He joins the Financial Services Litigation practice group in Nashville.

To learn more about Andy, visit: https://bit.ly/46KYCIA

Curious about land condominiums? Along with the benefits, such as regulatory advantages and control over shared amenities, they also have extra-legal considerations.

Melinda Sellers outlines the process to determine whether or not land condominiums are the right fit for your development project: https://bit.ly/3WXTIof

The Deal recently quoted Burr's Erich Durlacher in "MLMs Face Death by a Thousand Less Recruits," an article in which Durlacher examines the rapid decline of recruits, the financial instability that the companies are facing, and whether or not a liquidation or sale of assets is the best option for them.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3WH7jyP

Join Matt DeVries at the 2024 CLC Leadership Development Conference on September 12th at 10 AM. He will speak on "Beyond the Blueprints: Charting a Course for Ethical Leadership and Personal Growth."

To learn more and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/3WSMa6g

A Burr & Forman team, led by Rion Foley and also including Jeff Allen, served as bond counsel to Santee Cooper, South Carolina’s largest power provider and the source of electricity for two million people across the state, in the sale of $1.3 billion in bonds. The sale will result in a gross savings of $180 million for customers through 2054.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3YDwBkm

Birmingham Medical News features an article authored by Mobile Partner Cat Kirkland. In it, she explains Medicare's "incident to" billing rules and the risks and penalties involved if the guidelines are not followed strictly.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3WREZuY

Discover Bank recently held its annual Pro Bono Law Day in Chicago, IL for the Midtown Educational Foundation. Burr's David Elliot and Jacqueline Simms-Petredis provided breakfast and lunch for the event, where the team provided information to the students about school and their careers.

We are pleased to welcome Al Hill, Nida Rizvi, Linda Yang, Andrew Keen, and Josie Wall to Burr & Forman! They will be joining the Corporate & Tax group in the firm's Atlanta office.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/46QCSeB