CBS Evening News examines the plight of people and families who hope to recover damages against General Motors.

In their bankruptcy proceedings, both Chrysler and GM are seeking protection from pending and future liability claims. If approved, they will not be responsible for any products manufactured before their Chapter 11 filings. If the government allows Chrysler and GM to escape accountability, responsibility and liability, it sets a dangerous precedent.

Beasley Allen shareholder J. Cole Portis talks with WSFA about the consequences of the impending bankruptcy of General Motors, as it affects people injured by defective GM automobiles.

WALB reports about the consequences of the impending bankruptcy of General Motors as it affects people injured by defective GM automobiles.

Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a black box warning to consumers and healthcare providers warning of the risk of tardive dyskinesia with the long-term or high-dose use of metoclopramide, more commonly known as Reglan, a medication prescribed for the treatment of disorders like heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Beasley Allen attorneys and lawyers attending the firm's annual Co-Counsel Conference were delighted when University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban included the event during his Crimson Caravan tour May 19.

Beasley Allen presented Saban with a check for $5,000 for his "Nick's Kids Foundation," which promotes and supports children, family, teacher and student causes.

This week the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued an official recall of 150,000 Yamaha Rhino ATVs. Consumers are urged to stop riding the vehicles immediately and return them to dealers so critical repairs can be made.

Next to jury selection, an attorney’s opening statement is the most important thing he or she can do to control the outcome for his or her client. In this presentation, Beasley Allen attorney Chris Glover addresses the importance of an opening statement to the jury.

Fox 6 News in Birmingham recently took a look at the issue of mortgage foreclosure, and what people can do who are facing losing their home. The story highlights the Alabama Bar Association's Mortgage Foreclosure Assistance Program, which seeks to provide timely assistance for homeowners facing foreclosure, with the ultimate goal of helping them keep their home.