Chris Waller Secures Favorable Outcomes in Five Recent Matters

Ball, Ball, Matthews & Novak partner Chris Waller recently secured favorable results for clients in five matters, including the dismissal of three professional licensing complaints and summary judgments in two related civil actions in Dale County.

Waller Secures Dismissal of Three Professional Licensing Complaints

Waller recently obtained favorable results for three licensed healthcare professionals in unrelated matters before Alabama professional licensing boards.

In one matter, Waller represented a licensed therapist in connection with a complaint filed by a former patient before the Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy. After reviewing the detailed response submitted on the therapist’s behalf, the Board determined that there was insufficient evidence or probable cause to initiate a formal disciplinary proceeding. The Board closed the case with no further action against Waller’s client.

Waller also obtained favorable results for two clients in unrelated matters before the Alabama Board of Nursing.

The first investigation arose from a complaint questioning a certified registered nurse practitioner’s (CRNP) conduct during a patient encounter involving sensitive healthcare concerns. On behalf of the nurse, Waller submitted a detailed response demonstrating that she had provided appropriate evaluation, testing, treatment, counseling and follow-up recommendations consistent with professional standards. After investigating and reviewing the matter, the Alabama Board of Nursing determined that the CRNP’s conduct did not constitute a provable violation of the Alabama Nurse Practice Act and closed the case without disciplinary or other action against her license.

The second matter involved a complaint against a pediatric practice owner and CRNP relating to infant patient care, medication management and referral decisions. Waller submitted a comprehensive response supported by contemporaneous medical records, clinical history and accepted pediatric prescribing standards, demonstrating that his client exercised appropriate clinical judgment, closely monitored the patient and made a timely hospital referral when warranted. After reviewing the complaint and supporting materials, the Alabama Board of Nursing determined that disciplinary action would not be instituted and closed the case without disciplinary or other action against her license.

Waller regularly represents licensed professionals in investigations and disciplinary proceedings before Alabama’s professional licensing boards.

Waller Obtains Summary Judgments in Two Dale County Actions

Waller also recently obtained summary judgments on behalf of a nationwide truck and travel center in two related civil actions pending in the Circuit Court of Dale County, Alabama.

The lawsuits arose from allegations concerning tire service work performed by Waller’s client on a commercial vehicle that was later involved in an accident in which several individuals were allegedly injured. The lawsuits included claims against the truck and travel center, as well as the commercial driver and trucking company.

Waller’s client denied that its service caused or contributed to the accident. Following discovery, Waller moved for summary judgment in both cases, arguing that the plaintiffs could not present sufficient evidence connecting any act or omission by his client to the accident or their alleged injuries.

Following oral arguments, the Dale County Circuit Court entered separate orders in August 2026 granting Waller’s client’s motions for summary judgment. The court found no genuine issue of material fact and concluded that the plaintiffs had failed to establish a claim against Waller’s client. The client was dismissed with prejudice from both actions.