Trial-Tested Expertise
in Civil Tort Litigation
Real Estate Litigation
Liquor
Liability
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We believe that a claim is best represented by an aggressive attorney who
develops a case early and presents it effectively for arbitration, settlement or
trial. We are mindful of the need for practical,
efficient litigation techniques that produce the best results for you.
The firm represents standard and nonstandard insurance carriers and their
insureds in the defense of bodily injury, uninsured and underinsured motorist
and property damage claims. We have defended and tried numerous matters with a
wide range of severity and complexity involving numerous parties, catastrophic
injury and wrongful death, hotly contested liability claims, and less complex
soft-tissue matters. Our team employees a cost-effective, aggressive approach to
these claims and utilize our experience to advise clients on exposure,
settlement value and developing an appropriate case strategy for the successful
defense of the claim.
Our bad faith practice represents insurers in the areas of coverage and first-
and third-party liability, wrongful denial of insurance coverage, improper
handling of claims, improper litigation handling, and failure to reasonably
settle. We also counsel insurers on the duties they owe under Arizona law as it
relates to proper claims handling involving their policyholders and third
parties.
The firm defends both local and national retailers and property owners from
all types of premises liability claims. These matters range from simple slip-and-falls and inadequate security, lighting or maintenance, as well as catastrophic
injury. Our attorneys have specialized knowledge of the standards of
care that are unique to the retail business industry and are well-versed in evaluating each premises case at its inception to formulate the best strategy
for a successful outcome.
Our firm has a wealth of experience representing subcontractors, builders,
engineers, architects and insurers in matters relating to construction defect
litigation. The firm also represents clients facing claims of bodily injury
during the construction process. In addition, the firm has handled numerous
matters involving roadway construction, design, and injuries claimed to have
resulted from these matters.
We have significant experience in product liability defense litigation,
having defended a variety of manufacturers, distributors and retailers of
various products. Our team is well-versed in combating theories alleging
improper design and manufacture and lack of warning or instruction.
Our firm has developed expertise in the area of professional liability,
including representation of real estate agents and brokers, lawyers,
insurance agents and brokers, accountants, architects and engineers, clergy, and
directors and officers. Our attorneys take special recognition of the sensitive
nature of claims against professionals and exercise the utmost care in affording the
best possible representation.
Real Estate Litigation
The firm handles real estate disputes of all kinds,
including complex commercial and landlord/tenant disputes, quiet title actions,
adverse possession actions, litigation concerning easements, development
disputes, trespass and nuisance claims, and disclosure and omissions matters.
Boating Liability and Maritime Law
In recent years, Arizona has consistently led the nation in per capita boat registrations. Thus,
it is important to evaluate early the liability, damages and legalities
involved in accidents that occur in open waters and navigable inland waterways. Maritime law involves a broad
array of issues, each governed by a unique set of specialized rules and
procedures. Our attorneys are well-versed in maritime law and have significant
experience defending claims involving bodily injury and property damage related
to the use of watercraft.
The firm has a highly successful appellate practice.
Our attorneys handle appeals in state and federal courts, both in cases in which
we represented a party in the lower court and in cases where we have been
brought in specifically for our appellate court proficiency.
The firm’s coverage group is adept in all lines of liability insurance,
ranging from personal lines auto, commercial general liability, errors and
omissions, directors and officers, excess lines, architect and engineers, and
homeowners policies. The firm provides analyses on coverage claims and frequently
pursues declaratory relief actions on behalf of insurers. We also provide advice
to clients and carriers on potential coverage disputes.
Our firm represents the complete spectrum of state and local government
entities, including municipalities, townships, cities, counties, authorities, special jurisdictions, government agencies, and law
enforcement personnel. The firm has extensive experience in matters involving
representation of school boards, false arrest claims, wrongful imprisonment,
civil rights claims, premises matters, zoning, and matters involving highway
design defects and other traffic-related matters.
The firm represents liquor licensees and other
establishments that sell alcohol, and we appreciate the unique risks present in
these matters. All attorneys at the firm have a firm grasp on Arizona liquor
liability law and have successfully defended liquor liability claims on behalf
of clients throughout the state.
Our commercial litigation practice consists of the representation of clients,
both corporate and private, in a wide range of litigation matters, including
mass torts, product liability, antitrust, employment, and securities matters. |
