About Erik S. Heninger

Erik Heninger’s passion for law was ignited at the family dinner table, where his father, Steve Heninger, shared inspiring stories of helping those in need through legal advocacy. This early exposure laid the foundation for Erik's lifelong commitment to representing plaintiffs in courtrooms across the Southeast, making law a true family business. After earning his Bachelor of Arts in English from Birmingham-Southern College, Erik obtained his Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law in 2001. He is an active member of the State Bars of Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi. As a dedicated advocate for the injured, Erik focuses on civil litigation, particularly for individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries such as severe brain and spine damage .

His practice encompasses a range of personal injury cases , including trucking and motor vehicle collisions , sexual abuse and assault , nursing home litigation , and medical negligence . With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of these complex issues, Erik serves as a trusted ally for clients facing life-altering circumstances. Erik is committed to legal excellence and believes in the importance of continuous learning and giving back to the legal community. He is actively involved with the American Association of Justice (AAJ), where he frequently speaks and teaches trial advocacy to fellow lawyers.

Proven verdicts and settlements at Heninger Garrison Davis

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$64 millionVerdict

A federal jury in Montgomery awarded $64.1 million to Lucky Palace LLC and 15 Macon County charities after finding VictoryLand owner Milton McGregor conspired to freeze out a competing electronic bingo operation.

U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama, Montgomery · 2012Read the full story →
Settlement

Heninger Garrison Davis served as class counsel for spouses and family members of problem gamblers in a multidistrict litigation against DraftKings and FanDuel, winning separate settlements in 2021 and 2022 that directed $700,000 in charitable donations to responsible-gaming organizations and forced both platforms to overhaul how they handle family exclusion requests.

U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (MDL No. 16-md-02677) · 2022Class ActionsRead the full story →

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique and depends on its own facts.

Practice areas

Education

Cumberland School of Law
J.D., 2001
Birmingham Southern College
Undergraduate, 1999

Bar admissions & credentials

State Bar of Alabama, admitted 2002
State Bar of Mississippi, admitted 2003
State Bar of Georgia, admitted 2003

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