Burr & Forman LLP

A successful advertising campaign may cause your company's sales to double overnight -- and prompt your competitor to sue you.

Burr & Forman attorneys are experienced in handling claims under the federal Lanham Act and under various state deceptive trade practices statutes.  Whether your business has been harmed by your competitor's false advertising or you have been accused of false advertising yourself, Burr & Forman attorneys have the experience to assist you.

EXPERIENCE MATTERS

Class Action
Co-counsel in defense of no-injury consumer class action alleging False Advertising Litigation against producer of drink products. Dismissed.

Class Action
Lead counsel for national pharmacy chain in defense of putative class action claim under Robinson-Patman Act alleging disparate pricing for non-insured consumers. Dismissed.

General Commercial
Co-counsel for major franchise holder of a financial services franchise in dispute with parent company over forced termination of franchise without cause. Favorable settlement.

General Commercial
Lead counsel for cargo trailer manufacturer in defense of dealer suit for alleged unfair changes in territory and unfair competition through big box stores. Settled.

General Commercial
Local counsel in defense of auto manufacturer in dealer suits over claims of fraud and illegal preferential treatment in allocation of vehicles. Favorable settlement.

Burr & Forman LLP is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military and protected veteran status, sexual orientation or disability.

We recognize that our ability to serve our clients is strengthened by establishing a diverse workforce in which differences are accepted and valued on an inclusive basis.

Burr & Forman LLP desires to foster a multi-cultured atmosphere that provides a cooperative work environment where everyone is treated with mutual respect, trust and understanding, and where everyone can reach their full potential. The firm values the knowledge and talents of a multicultural team in order to meet and exceed individual and business goals, and client expectations.