News Bloghttp://hscbpa.comWed, 23 May 2012 04:22:27 GMTThu, 17 May 2012 17:11:46 GMTFirm Hosts Annual Workers Comp Seminar-UPDATEDhttp://hscbpa.com/firm-hosts-annual-workers-comp-seminarMon, 14 May 2012 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerOn May 24, 2012, Heidelberg Steinberger will sponsor its annual seminar entitled “Guidelines for Employers and Carriers.” Registration begins at 8:00 AM at the Grand Magnolia in Pascagoula, Mississippi. The seminar addresses the basic elements of a Mississippi Workers Compensation claim, available defenses, and a discussion of new opinions from Mississippi Courts in the past year.

This year’s special guests are Ruth Sesera, N.P. and Jean Bennett Thompson, N.P. who will discuss the role of Nurse Practitioners in the workers compensation area. We may also be discussing possible amendments to the workers compensation laws which are pending in the Mississippi Legislature. For further information and for registration forms, please click here.

UPDATE-For a copy of the seminar materials, click 2012_WC Guideline

]]>http://hscbpa.com/firm-hosts-annual-workers-comp-seminarHeidelberg Confirmed for Second Term on Oil/Gas Boardhttp://hscbpa.com/heidelberg-confirmed-for-second-term-on-oilgas-boardMon, 07 May 2012 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerOn May 2, 2012, the Mississippi Senate unanimously confirmed Jimmy Heidelberg to a second term on the State's Oil & Gas Board.  Nominated by Lt. Governor Tate Reeves, Jimmy has served on the Board since 2008.  For the past two years, he has served as Vice-Chairman.

Heidelberg expressed his gratitude:  "I am honored to serve Mississippi.  I am equally humbled that Lt. Governor Reeves and the entire Senate have confidence in my abilities to continue that service on the Oil & Gas Board.  Mississippi is on the cusp of significant developments in the industry, as our nation faces greater challenges to fulfilling its energy needs."

Heidelberg's term runs through April 30, 2016.  For more information on the Oil & Gas Board, click here for the Board's web site.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/heidelberg-confirmed-for-second-term-on-oilgas-board5th Circuit affirms summary judgment in Religion Discrimination Casehttp://hscbpa.com/5th-circuit-affirms-summary-judgment-in-religion-discrimination-caseTue, 17 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerThe United States Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, recently affirmed summary judgment on behalf of Singing River Health System (SRHS) in a religious discrimination case. Employed as a certified nursing assistant at Singing River Hospital, the Plaintiff alleged she suffered discrimination as a result of her religious preference to take breaks during the work day to pray. The former employee also claimed she suffered a retaliatory discharge for complaining about religious discrimination.  SRHS successfully argued that the employee failed to establish either claim because she was not treated differently than other similarly situated employees based upon her religion, and that it had legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons for regulating employee breaks. In fact, SRHS proved the employee's termination occurred based upon legitimate, non-discriminatory criteria. In the end, the Plaintiff failed to present any evidence to show she would not have been fired but for her complaint of religious discrimination.

Karl Steinberger and Stacie Zorn represented SRHS on behalf of the firm.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/5th-circuit-affirms-summary-judgment-in-religion-discrimination-caseSummary Judgment dismissing Race Discrmination Claimhttp://hscbpa.com/summary-judgment-dismissing-race-discrmination-claimTue, 17 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerThe U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi recently granted summary judgment in favor of Singing River Health System (SRHS) in a race discrimination case. The Plaintiff was employed as a PRN nurse at Singing River Hospital, a division of SRHS.  She was terminated for falsifying time records in what was perceived by Singing River Hospital to be a fraudulent request for pay. Plaintiff claimed she suffered race discrimination and retaliation as a result of her employment and termination. During briefing she conceded her race discrimination claim and attempted to prove her retaliation claim could survive summary judgment. The district court found SRHS had a legitimate, non-discriminatory reason for terminating Plaintiff because it reasonably believed she falsified time records.  The Court also found the Plaintiff did not present any evidence that SRHS's explanation of her termination was a mere pretext for unlawful discrimination.

Karl Steinberger and Stacie Zorn represented SRHS on behalf of the firm.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/summary-judgment-dismissing-race-discrmination-claimGovernor Reappoints Colmer to Port Authorityhttp://hscbpa.com/governor-reappoints-colmer-to-port-authorityFri, 30 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerGovernor Phil Byrant recently reappointed Jimmy Colmer for a four year term to the Jackson County Port Authority/Port of Pascagoula Board of Commissioners.  After being sworn in, the Board reelected Colmer as Secretary. 

Colmer has served on the Port Board since 1993.  He was originally appointed by Governor Kirk Fordice.  Since that time, he was reappointed twice by Governor Haley Barbour.

The Port of Pascagoula is the 17th largest seaport the United States, and the largest in Mississippi.  In 2010, 37 million tons of cargo moved through the Port.  The Board of Commissioners consists of nine members, four appointed by the Governor and five appointed by the Jackson County Board of Supervisors.

A news article about Colmer's reappointment can be found by clicking here.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/governor-reappoints-colmer-to-port-authoritySteinberger & Payne Address Ethical Obligationshttp://hscbpa.com/steinberger-payne-address-ethical-obligationsMon, 26 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerKarl Steinberger and Jason Payne authored an article entitled "Ethical Obligations Affecting Communications with Parties, Doctors and Rehabilitiative Personnel in the Workers Compensation Setting."  This article appeared in the Winter 2012 Edition of The Mississippi Lawyer.  The article may be reviewed by clicking here.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/steinberger-payne-address-ethical-obligationsCourt of Appeal affirms Lowes Dismissalhttp://hscbpa.com/court-of-appeal-affirms-lowes-summary-judgmentThu, 23 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerThe Mississippi Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court judgment dismissing a time-barred claim in Hudson v. Lowe’s Home Centers, Inc., 2010-CA-01958-COA (Feb. 21, 2012). In Hudson, Jimmy Heidelberg and Jessica Dupont successfully argued the Plaintiffs failed to properly effect service of process and allowed the statute of limitations to expire, barring the Plaintiff's claims. The appellate court agreed, reaffirming Rule 4 of the Miss. Rules of Civil Procedure and its elementary principle that service of process has to be properly executed upon a party before it is effective.

The decision can be found by clicking here.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/court-of-appeal-affirms-lowes-summary-judgmentWilson to Chair Romney Efforts in Madison Countyhttp://hscbpa.com/wilson-to-chair-romney-efforts-in-madison-countyFri, 17 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerCory Wilson has been tapped to serve as Madison County chair for Governor Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign. Mississippi’s primary election will be held March 13, and the race is likely to remain hotly contested by that time. Wilson will work to build grassroots support and organization for the Romney campaign in Madison County, one of the state’s biggest Republican counties. Wilson will be coordinating with the Romney campaign’s state leadership in the metro Jackson area.

Wilson serves in the firm's Capital office.  Wilson also serves on the Madison County Republican Party Executive Committee. He also writes a weekly column for the Madison County Journal on politics and public policy.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/wilson-to-chair-romney-efforts-in-madison-countyVerdict in US District Courthttp://hscbpa.com/verdict-in-us-district-courtFri, 10 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

The firm represented Automotive Rentals, Inc. and Siemens Water Technologies Corp. at a trial recently held in U.S. District Court in Gulfport, Mississippi.  ARI and Siemens purchased a new industrial vacuum truck from the defendant, Keith Huber, Inc.  Two weeks after its purchase, and after being transported to Orlando, Florida, the vacuum truck caught fire while completing operations to extract waste cooking oil from a restaurant at Universal Studios.  The fire resulted in a total loss to the vacuum truck as well as damage to the surrounding area. 

ARI and Siemens alleged Huber sold them a defective vacuum truck and sued under various theories.  In January 2012  after an eight day trial, the jury returned a unanimous verdict against Huber, finding ARI’s damages to be $251,157.20 and Siemens damages to be $84,302.64.

Jimmy Colmer and Jason Payne tried the case, along with Vince Iozzi with the law firm Swartz Campbell, LLC  from Philadelphia, PA.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/verdict-in-us-district-courtStale Case Buried in Supreme Courthttp://hscbpa.com/stale-case-buried-in-supreme-courtMon, 23 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerThe Mississippi Supreme Court affirmed the dismissal of a 10 year old case. In Knight v. Knight, two nephews sued their uncle less than one month after an alleged assault and battery in 1999.  The case languished for years until the lower court clerk filed a motion to dismiss for lack of prosecution in 2009.  The Plaintiffs did not respond, and the lower court dismissed the case.  The Plaintiffs retained new counsel and refiled the lawsuit.  The nephews claimed claimed because the original filing of the complaint tolled the one year statute of limitations for assault and battery, they were still within the time to file their claim.

The Supreme Court disagreed.  Clarifying what had been inconsistent language in its decisions going back decades, the Court held that when a case is dismissed for lack of prosecution, there is no tolling of the statute of limitations by the filing of the 2009 Complaint.  Because, the limitations period on the Plaintiffs' claims against their uncle expired in 2000, their refiling of the Complaint in 2010 was time-barred.

The decision is available by clicking here. James Colmer reprsented the defendant-uncle on appeal.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/stale-case-buried-in-supreme-courtWilson to serve on Admissions Committeehttp://hscbpa.com/wilson-to-serve-on-admissions-committeeTue, 13 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerThe Mississippi Board of Bar Admissions has selected Cory Wilson to serve on its Character and Fitness Committee. As part of the Committee, Wilson will review applications for aspiring new lawyers to ensure their fitness to become new members of the Mississippi Bar. Wilson will also sit on hearing panels to determine any character questions for Bar applicants.

Wilson, who manages the Jackson Office of Heidelberg, Steinberger, Colmer & Burrow, is excited about the opportunity to take a more active role in this important Bar activity. “It is critical that Mississippi attorneys strive for the highest professional standards,” noted Wilson. “That starts before new lawyers are admitted to the Bar, and I am happy to help ensure that our newest lawyers are among our best, in terms of their character and fitness to practice.”

]]>http://hscbpa.com/wilson-to-serve-on-admissions-committeeSteinberger named to Ethics Committeehttp://hscbpa.com/steinberger-named-to-ethics-committeeFri, 02 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

Karl Steinberger, a shareholder with Heidelberg, Steinberger, Colmer & Burrow, was recently appointed to the Mississippi Bar Association's Ethics Committee.  The appointment is for a three-year term. Karl's professional peers have previously recognized him as an Outstanding Lawyer of America.  He has also received the prestigious Distinguished Service Award from the Mississippi Bar Association.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/steinberger-named-to-ethics-committeeAttorneys Named Mid-South SuperLawyershttp://hscbpa.com/attorneys-named-superlawyersWed, 16 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerHeidelberg Steinberger attorneys, James Heidelberg, Tristan Russell and Ashley Eley Cannady have been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers-Mid South Edition for 2011. Jimmy was chose as a SuperLawyer for Medical Malpractice-Defense.  Tristan was named as a Rising Star in the Workers Compensation practice area.  Ashley was selected as a Rising Star for Employment Litigation.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/attorneys-named-superlawyersFirm Contributes to Downtown Redevelopmenthttp://hscbpa.com/firm-contributes-to-downtown-redevelopmentFri, 21 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerHeidelberg, Steinberger, Colmer & Burrow (via its real estate holding company) has donated two buildings to the Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority. The former Parker Jewelry Store (649 Delmas Avenue) and Parsley's Barbershop (651 Delmas Avenue) have been owned by the firm for the past eighteen years.  While the Parker building has been used during that time for litigation support efforts, Parley's Barbershop remained a vibrant fixture in downtown Pascagoula until Hurricane Katrina.

At a meeting yesterday, the firm expressed its appreciation for the Authority's efforts and hoped it could find a worthy tenant/occupant for the buildings.  "A lot of people have fond memories of these buildings and they've got great potential," according to Karl Steinberger. "Hopefully you guys will find the resources to make them something spectacular when it's all said and done."

For more information about the firm's donation, please read the article in the Mississippi Press here. 

]]>http://hscbpa.com/firm-contributes-to-downtown-redevelopmentSummary Judgment for Arbitration Reversedhttp://hscbpa.com/summary-judgment-reversedThu, 20 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerToday the Mississippi Supreme Court reversed, in part, a summary judgment which had been rendered in a misrepresentation/failure to disclose construction defects action.  In Lemon Drop Properties, LLC v. Pass Marianne, LLC et al, the firm's client purchased a condominium unit from the defendant-developer located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.  Subsequent to the purchase, the plaintiff learned the developer had sued the general contractor, alleging defects in the condo project construction, about two months before Lemon Drop closed on its unit.  The developer never disclosed to Lemon Drop prior to closing (1) the alleged construction defects, or (2) the litigation against the general contractor.

The lower court held an arbitration clause in the developer's purchase agreement required Lemon Drop's claims be arbitrated.  On appeal, the Supreme Court agreed with Lemon Drop that the developer waived its right to arbitrate when it actively participated in the litigation.  But in a issue of first impression in Mississippi, the Supreme Court held the developer's waiver of arbitration was not binding on its agent-realtor which had been recently added as a co-defendant.

Stephen Burrow and Jason Payne represented Lemon Drop on appeal.  You can read the entire decision by clicking here.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/summary-judgment-reversedDiego & Owner vindicated by Court of Appealhttp://hscbpa.com/diego-owner-vindicated-by-court-of-appealThu, 13 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerYesterday, the Mississippi Court of Appeal affirmed summary judgment in favor of Joseph Hester, owner of the horse, "Diego."  In 2008, Diego was involved in an automobile accident, after he led two compatriots out of his fenced pasture.  Weighing in at 1,000 pounds, Diego survived the incident. However, the driver of the motor vehicle claimed damages of $69,000 resulted from the negligence of Hester in allegedly failing to properly corral Diego and the other horses.  The lower court granted summary judgment for Hester.  On appeal the Court of Appeal agreed, concluding the Plaintiffs had not offered any evidence creating a jury question as to whether Hester had used proper fencing materials to keep his horses out of the nearby roadway.

Tristan Russell Armer with the Firm's Coast office represented Hester.

Click here for the online court opinion.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/diego-owner-vindicated-by-court-of-appealSteinberger & Zorn Speak at Chamber Learning Serieshttp://hscbpa.com/steinberger-zorn-speak-at-chamber-learning-seriesWed, 24 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerKarl Steinberger and Stacie Zorn had the pleasure of speaking today on the topic of “ Best Practices For Hiring and Terminating Your Employees, as part of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Summer Learning Series.  Topics included advertising job opportunities, preparation of applications, conducting interviews, implementation of performance evaluations, attendance policies and work rules, progressive discipline practices and options available when termination is appropriate. Representatives of businesses of all sizes had numerous questions on all issues.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/steinberger-zorn-speak-at-chamber-learning-seriesHeidelberg Re-Elected Oil & Gas Vice-Chairhttp://hscbpa.com/heidelberg-re-elected-oil-gas-vice-chairMon, 18 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerThe Mississippi State Oil & Gas Board recently re-elected Gulf Coast attorney Jimmy Heidelberg as its Vice Chair. Heidelberg will continue to represent the Mississippi State Oil & Gas Board before the Mississippi Legislature and serve as liaison with state agencies – including the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ).

“Mississippi’s oil and gas sector has been rated number one in the world for investment and this could not have been achieved without pro business legislation and leadership from people like Jimmy Heidelberg,” said Lieutenant Governor Phil Bryant. “Like myself, Jimmy understands the balance needed for a sensible forward-thinking energy policy and regulatory climate. I’m gratified to hear of Jimmy’s election as Vice Chairman and know that he will continue to serve the people of Mississippi well in this capacity.”

The Fraser Institute recently ranked Mississippi as the world’s most attractive spot for oil and gas investment. The Fraser Institute is an independent public policy research and education organization headquartered in Canada with a global network of 75 think tanks. For the full story on Mississippi’s number one ranking, click here.

“It is an honor to continue serving Mississippi,” said Jimmy Heidelberg. “The kind remarks from the Lieutenant Governor, and this tremendous ranking by The Fraser Institute shows the significant work of this Board. I thank the Board for my re-election and look forward to continuing our good work for the people of Mississippi.”

Heidelberg is a lifelong resident of Pascagoula. He has practiced law in Pascagoula since his admission to the Mississippi Bar in January 1978. He represents several Mississippi governmental agencies and political subdivisions. Heidelberg is an approved attorney for the Mississippi Tort Claims Board. In 2003, he received the Mississippi State Bar Distinguished Service Award.

Heidelberg, Steinberger, Colmer & Burrow, P.A. (HSCB) is headquartered on the Gulf Coast in Pascagoula, the industrial heart of Mississippi. HSCB also maintains a Jackson office providing the firm the ability to provide its clients with a greater range of legal services.

HSCB maintains a core focus on civil defense including medical malpractice, products liability and business litigation along with substantial expertise in governmental law, commercial law, real estate and bankruptcy. HSCB represents clients over the entire state of Mississippi, South Alabama and the entire Gulf Coast region.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/heidelberg-re-elected-oil-gas-vice-chairFirm Opens Capital Officehttp://hscbpa.com/former-deputy-secretary-of-state-and-chief-of-staff-cory-t-wilson-joins-firmFri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerCory T. Wilson, former Deputy Secretary of State and Chief of Staff for Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann, has become "of Counsel" to the Firm and manage its new Jackson office.

“It was an exceptional opportunity to bring Cory into the firm,” said Firm President, Jimmy Heidelberg. “It was also a launching point for the firm’s long term plan to expand our services and better serve our clients through the opening of a Jackson office.”

“I’m a Jackson County native, so joining Heidelberg, Steinberger, Colmer and Burrow in many ways is like coming home,” said Wilson. “The opportunity to be a part of an established Gulf Coast firm and expand its experience and expertise to Jackson is a perfect fit.”

Wilson attended the University of Mississippi School of Business, where he graduated summa cum laude in Economics in 1992. He received his law degree from the Yale Law School in 1995. Following his legal education, he served as law clerk for the Honorable Emmett R. Cox, United States Circuit Judge for the Eleventh Circuit.

In 2005, Wilson was selected by President George W. Bush as one of twelve White House Fellows. During the Fellowship, one of the nation’s most prestigious programs for leadership and public service, Wilson served in the Pentagon as a special assistant to Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld. After returning to law practice in Mississippi, Wilson served as Deputy Secretary of State and Chief of Staff for Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann from 2008 to 2011, when he returned to the private sector.

Wilson serves on the Board of the Mississippi Society for Disabilities and the Board of the Mississippi Council for Economic Education. Wilson is a 2001 graduate of the Mississippi Economic Council’s Leadership Mississippi Program, where he met his wife, Stephanie.

Wilson attends Broadmoor Baptist Church in Madison, where he has taught Sunday School and participated in two mission trips to England. Wilson also writes a weekly column for the Madison County Journal.

Heidelberg, Steinberger, Colmer & Burrow, P.A. (HSCB) is headquartered on the Gulf Coast in Pascagoula, the industrial heart of Mississippi. HSCB also maintains a Jackson office providing the firm the ability to provide its clients with a greater range of legal services.

HSCB maintains a core focus on civil defense including medical malpractice, products liability and business litigation along with substantial expertise in governmental law, commercial law, real estate and bankruptcy. HSCB represents clients over the entire state of Mississippi, Alabama and the Gulf Coast.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/former-deputy-secretary-of-state-and-chief-of-staff-cory-t-wilson-joins-firmFirm hosts Chamber of Commercehttp://hscbpa.com/firm-hosts-chamber-of-commerceFri, 17 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerHeidelberg Steinberger recently hosted members of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce to an "After 5" event.  Designed to foster greater connections and communication among Chamber members outside the work environment, approximately 100 members attended over the course of two hours, representing companies as large as Huntington-Ingalls Shipbuilding and Chevron, and numerous small businesses.

Chamber President Morris Strickland welcomes members

Chamber President Morris Strickland welcomes members

Jimmy Heidelberg welcomes everyone to "After 5" social

]]>http://hscbpa.com/firm-hosts-chamber-of-commerceCannady Joins Firmhttp://hscbpa.com/cannady-joins-firmWed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerAshley Eley Cannady has joined the firm as an associate effective June 1, 2011.  A native of Pascagoula, Mississippi, Ashley received her undergraduate (cum laude) and law degrees (summa cum laude) from the University of Mississippi.  For the past eight years, Ashley has been in private practice, specializing in employment law and general defense litigation.  Ashley has an "AV" rating from Martindale.  In 2010, Ashley was named a Mid-South Super Lawyer Rising Star.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/cannady-joins-firmFirm hosts Annual Workers' Compensation Semniarhttp://hscbpa.com/firm-hosts-annual-workers-compensation-semniarThu, 12 May 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerHeidelberg Steinberger is hosting its 18th annual employment law/workers compensation seminar, entitled “A Guideline for Employers and Carriers.” The seminar will be held at The Grand Magnolia, 3604 Magnolia Street, Pascagoula, MS on Thursday, May 26, 2010 beginning at 8:30 AM and continuing until 2 PM. The seminar includes a review of the basic elements of Mississippi Workers Compensation Law, a review of certain employment laws and a presentation this year by Dr. Bart Edmiston, Sr., a specialist in pain managment.

The cost is $20.00 per person. Lunch will be provided. For further information, please contact Rejeana Clark at rclark@hscbpa.com or 228-762-8021.  You can also click on the link below.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/firm-hosts-annual-workers-compensation-semniarArmer Serves on Advisory Panelhttp://hscbpa.com/armer-nominated-to-advisory-panelMon, 02 May 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg SteinbergerTristan Russell Armer has been nominated by the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council to serve on its SEDAR (Southeastern Data Assessment and Review) NGO Advisory Panel. SEDAR Advisory Panel members provide information and guidance to the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council on stock assessments and fishery data used by it to develop and implement federal fishery management plans. The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is one of eight regional fishery management councils established by the federal Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation Management Act.  The Council manages fisheries within the Gulf of Mexico's exclusive economic zone.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/armer-nominated-to-advisory-panelJury Verdict in Mobile Countyhttp://hscbpa.com/jury-verdict-in-mobile-countyMon, 21 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger

A Mobile County, Alabama jury unanimously found in favor firm client, South Bay Homes, LLC. South Bay is a mobile home dealership-related finance company which sought to recover a mobile home when the buyer breached a lease purchase agreement by assigning it to a third-party without South Bay's consent. The third-party mobile home possessor resisted repossession efforts forcing South Bay to sue for its recovery. The possessor then filed a counter-claim alleging fraud and breach of contract. The case was tried before a jury for a day and half by Tristan Russell Armer and Jason M. Payne. After both parties rested their respective cases, the Circuit Court granted South Bay's motion for a directed verdict on the possessor's counter-claims. The jury then deliberated and returned a verdict in favor of South Bay Homes, LLC on its possession/replevin claim.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/jury-verdict-in-mobile-countyMusician, Karl Steinberger, highlighted in The Mississippi Lawyer magazinehttp://hscbpa.com/steinberger-the-musician-highlighted-in-miss-lawyer-magazineTue, 08 Mar 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger

The Mississippi Lawyer, the official magazine for the Mississippi Bar, published an article this month on attorneys in the arts.  One of those attorneys featured is our own Karl Steinberger, who plays keyboard.  However, his musical background begins with the accordion, at age five.  Karl then progressed to horns, organ and ultimately, keyboard.  More on Karl the musician can be found by clicking on the following excerpt from the magazine.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/steinberger-the-musician-highlighted-in-miss-lawyer-magazineGovernor Barbour appoints Dupont to College Savings Plan Boardhttp://hscbpa.com/governor-barbour-appoints-dupont-to-college-savings-plan-boardMon, 21 Feb 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger

Governor Haley Barbour has nominated Jessica Dupont to the Mississippi College Savings Plan Board of Directors. Jessica will represent the area formerly comprising the 5th Congressional District of Mississippi. Her appointment is subject to confirmation by the Mississippi Senate.  If confirmed Jessica will serve a five year term beginning July 1, 2011.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/governor-barbour-appoints-dupont-to-college-savings-plan-boardUM Law School Alumni select Steinberger for Boardhttp://hscbpa.com/um-law-school-alumni-select-steinberger-for-boardFri, 18 Feb 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger

The University of Mississippi Alumni Association – Law Alumni Chapter President Cham Trotter announced the selection of attorney Karl Steinberger as a member of the Board of Directors. Steinberger’s three-year term begins April 15th.

“I thank the University of Mississippi Alumni Association for this tremendous honor,” said Steinberger. “I look forward to serving on the Board of Directors.”

The University of Mississippi Law Alumni Chapter represents all graduates of The University of Mississippi School of Law. The Law Alumni Chapter sponsors the annual Law Weekend, the Law Alumni Hall of Fame and the University of Mississippi Law Alumni luncheon held each year at the Mississippi Bar’s Annual Meeting.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/um-law-school-alumni-select-steinberger-for-boardDupont elected Coastal Division II Director for Young Lawyers Divisionhttp://hscbpa.com/dupont-named-coast-representative-for-bar-yldTue, 01 Feb 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger

Jessica M. Dupont will be the representative for the Coastal Division for the 2011 – 2013 Board of Directors for the Young Lawyers Division of the Mississippi Bar. Her two-year term begins in August. Jessica is an active member of the state and local bars, presently serving on the Women in the Profession committee as subcommittee chair of the Price-Prather luncheon held every year in Destin, FL. She is also the current president of the Jackson County Bar Association.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/dupont-named-coast-representative-for-bar-yldFirm Sponsors Tournament for Ronald McDonald Househttp://hscbpa.com/firm-sponsors-tournament-for-ronald-mcdonaldThu, 20 Jan 2011 06:00:00 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger

Heidelberg Steinberger Colmer & Burrow has agreed to be a sponsor for a tennis tournament to benefit the Ronald McDonald House (RMH) of Mobile, Alabama.  The tournament will be held at the Treasure Oak Country Club on February 11-13, 2011.  All proceeds from the tournament will go to benefit the Mobile RMH.

The RMH has served hundreds of Mississippi families since opening its doors in January 2000.  Approximately 50% of the families staying there are from Mississippi.  RMH is a home-away-from-home for many families.  The tournament proceeds will aid in completing a 15,000 sq. foot expansion, adding 26 guest rooms.  The waiting list for families is extremely long, so the expansion is sorely needed.

To play in the tournament, please contact the Treasure Oaks Country Club in Ocean Springs at (228) 875-0086.

]]>http://hscbpa.com/firm-sponsors-tournament-for-ronald-mcdonaldToys for Tots - Helping children less fortunatehttp://hscbpa.com/toys-for-tots-helping-children-less-fortunateThu, 18 Nov 2010 20:49:27 GMTHeidelberg Steinberger

Heidelberg Steinberger is proud to be, once again, a "Toys for Tots" sponsor. An American Holiday tradition for over sixty years, Toys for Tots is organized annually by the United States Marine Corps Reserve.

Toys and monetary donations may be dropped off at our office located at 711 Delmas Avenue in the heart of downtown Pascagoula between 8:00am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Donations of new and unwrapped toys should be for children ages 12 and under. The deadline for donations is December 15. Call our office (228-762-8021) for more information or visit www.toysfortots.org.

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