What We Do / Defense

Defense

We are seasoned litigators. For example, through our victory in Alvis v. Ribar we re-defined how negligence lawsuits are defended in Illinois, as Alvis established comparative fault as a defense. But, whether or not your case will redefine the law, we are not afraid to try it.

In fact, we believe that our experience and success as trial attorneys is a great asset when a case should be settled. Our vast trial experience allows us to more accurately evaluate cases to effectively advise our clients to better ensure resolution on their terms.

We defend the insurer’s insured – doctors, nursing homes, psychologists, lawyers, accountants, brokers, commercial vehicle operators, contractors, architects, engineers, premises owners, products manufacturers, and the like – when they are sued for negligence, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, or willful and wanton actions. We defend our clients throughout the country, oftentimes in “plaintiff-oriented” venues, and when punitive damages are alleged. The Firm’s resources, nationwide relationships with excellent local counsels, and strategic office locations ensure seamless, efficient representation.

Because we represent such an array of individuals and industries, our attorneys have a sound knowledge base in the issues unique to each. Our experience enables us to focus our defense on the individual’s or industry’s specific standard of care and custom and practice. We recognize that the insured is potentially facing more than a lawsuit – their name and reputation may be at stake, too. Clausen Miller is committed to an efficient litigation strategy that protects and aggressively defends the lawsuit and the individual or business from the time a complaint is filed until resolution.