Sanders, Williams & Farrington, LLC

10/09/2026

We’re growing.

Sanders, Williams & Farrington is seeking a Workers compensation Associate Attorney to join our team.

We’re looking for an attorney who wants to build their practice alongside experienced litigators, take on meaningful work and be part of a firm that values strong advocacy, practical thinking and exceptional client service.

At SWF, our attorneys represent businesses, employers, insurers and other organizations across a broad range of litigation matters throughout Alabama.
Interested in joining us—or know someone who might be a great fit?

Send your résumé or inquiries to Lauren Farrington at [email protected].

10/09/2026

DOT Enforcement Efforts Could Tighten the Commercial Driver Labor Market

The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced an interagency effort to combat “fraud, waste, and abuse” in the trucking industry. This project includes the “emergency removal” of 110 CDL schools associated with more than 5,000 drivers who “failed English language proficiency tests.” It also includes a nationwide audit of third-party CDL skills testers and states’ oversight of those testers, as well as a synchronized sweep by the Department of Homeland Security targeting more than 200 CDL training schools across 23 states.

The U.S. DOT’s emergency removal of training providers focuses on Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) providers who “repeatedly certified drivers who did not meet federal qualification standards,” specifically relating to English Language Proficiency requirements, although several other cases of non-compliance were uncovered as part of an FMCSA investigation.

The effort also addresses states’ oversight of their CDL programs, which, in extreme situations, can lead to a decertification process that would disallow a state from issuing, renewing, transferring, or upgrading any CDLs.

For commercial trucking companies, this could result in a decrease in the labor supply and potentially higher recruiting and training costs.

For carriers already operating in a competitive driver market, that may be the most immediate practical impact. Fewer qualified drivers entering or remaining in the available labor pool could place additional pressure on recruiting, retention, and training while federal and state agencies continue to address compliance within CDL training and testing programs.

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Sanders & Williams Law Firm is based on long-term client relationships and dependable customer service. Since 2003, our attorneys have been advocating for our clients with passion, experience, and diligence. We have experience in civil defense litigation with a focus in Workers' Compensation, Re

10/08/2026

It’s Happy Hour day! 🌮🍹

We’re trading the workday for drinks, apps and good company this evening at Pepe’s Mexican Bar & Grill.

If you’re joining us, we can’t wait to see you. Come relax, connect and enjoy the evening with Sanders, Williams & Farrington and friends.

🕔 Tonight | 5-7 p.m.
📍 Pepe’s Mexican Bar & Grill | Lawrenceville
See you there!

10/07/2026

Next stop: TIDA!

Sanders, Williams & Farrington Partner Matthew Williams will be attending the Trucking Industry Defense Association (TIDA) Annual Seminar next week.

As a significant part of Matt’s practice focuses on transportation and trucking litigation, TIDA is always a valuable opportunity to connect with industry colleagues, exchange ideas and stay current on the issues shaping trucking defense.

If you’ll be attending, be sure to connect with Matt while you’re there. We look forward to a great week of conversations and connections!

TIDA:

10/06/2026

Meet Jamie Sanders | Founding Partner

With 25 years of experience practicing law in Alabama, Jamie Sanders has built his practice around representing corporate clients when the stakes are high.

His litigation experience includes transportation and trucking, workers’ compensation, premises liability and products liability, with extensive experience in both jury and non-jury trials as well as appellate matters.

Jamie has earned an AV Preeminent rating and is frequently invited to speak and provide training on workers’ compensation and liability issues—bringing the same practical insight he shares with clients into the courtroom.

Outside the office, Jamie enjoys golfing, trips to the beach and spending time with his three children and grandchild.

We’re proud to introduce you to one of the people behind SWF.

10/02/2026

See You in Birmingham!

We're looking forward to joining employers, claims professionals, adjusters, and attorneys from across Alabama at the Alabama Workers' Compensation Seminar this October in Birmingham.

Our attorneys, Lauren Farrington and Matthew Williams, will once again be sharing insights on one of the most important workforce trends facing employers today.

Conferences like these are an opportunity to learn from industry leaders, exchange ideas, and have meaningful conversations about the future of workers' compensation in Alabama.

If you'll be attending, we hope you'll stop by, introduce yourself, and join us for the discussion. We look forward to seeing you in Birmingham.

10/01/2026

We’re getting closer!
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Join us for Happy Hour on Oct. 8 for an evening of drinks, appetizers and great company. It’s a chance to leave the workday behind, reconnect with industry friends and enjoy some time together outside the office.

📍 Pepe’s Mexican Bar & Grill | Lawrenceville
🕔 5-7 p.m.
We hope you’ll join us!

10/01/2026

Meet the Partners of Sanders, Williams & Farrington.

Experience matters. So does knowing the people you trust to protect your business.

Jamie Sanders, Matthew Williams, Lauren Farrington and Vaughan Russell bring decades of litigation experience to the employers, insurers, third-party administrators and businesses they represent throughout Alabama.

Together, their experience spans:

• Workers’ compensation and employment law
• Transportation and trucking litigation
• Insurance and personal injury defense
• Premises and products liability
• Construction litigation
• Insurance coverage and commercial matters
• Trial and appellate advocacy

But expertise is only part of the story.

Over the next several weeks, we’ll introduce you to each of our partners—their individual areas of focus, the experience they bring to their clients, and a little more about the people behind the practice.

09/27/2026

Save the Date

Good conversations are even better over drinks and appetizers!
Join Sanders, Williams & Farrington and friends for a Happy Hour on Oct. 8. We’re looking forward to stepping away from the workday, catching up with familiar faces and making a few new connections.

Come join us—we’d love to see you there!

📍 Pepe’s Mexican Bar & Grill | Lawrenceville
🕔 5-7 p.m.