- SITUATION A records management business faced a potential class action. It had allegedly posted private medical information not blocked by its firewall. The insurer – relying on pre-internet cases – argued it had no responsibility in the matter, even though the business’ insurance policy specifically covered electronic publication.
- RESOLUTION John argued that making information available on the internet – including through Google searches – constituted publication of that information. Both the federal district court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit agreed. They ruled that the insurance company did have a duty to defend the business and must reimburse the $500,000 in legal fees the business had spent to defend itself.
When it Comes Down to Litigation
Sometimes you have no choice but to go to court. This usually happens when your insurance company denies coverage, pays less than you feel you are owed, or stubbornly delays payment. Unfortunately, it can also happen when the insurance company decides to take the offensive and sue you instead.
When it Comes Down to Litigation
Sometimes you have no choice but to go to court. This usually happens when your insurance company denies coverage, pays less than you feel you are owed, or stubbornly delays payment. Unfortunately, it can also happen when the insurance company decides to take the offensive and sue you instead.
- SITUATION A records management business faced a potential class action. It had allegedly posted private medical information not blocked by its firewall. The insurer – relying on pre-internet cases – argued it had no responsibility in the matter, even though the business’ insurance policy specifically covered electronic publication.
- RESOLUTION John argued that making information available on the internet – including through Google searches – constituted publication of that information. Both the federal district court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit agreed. They ruled that the insurance company did have a duty to defend the business and must reimburse the $500,000 in legal fees the business had spent to defend itself.
The Winning Way
STEP 1 Get Real
John develops a financial estimate that balances the expense of a lawsuit against the likelihood of your winning the case. That way, you can determine whether or not the fight is worth the money.
STEP 2 Get Ready
John gathers the essential testimony, documents, and evidence necessary to present your best case in court. Now you can see the strength of your argument.
STEP 3 Get Persuasive
John uses the evidence to convince the insurance company it should settle the case instead of going to court. This is your chance to score a win while saving the expense of a trial.
STEP 4 Get Aggressive
John takes your case to court only if the insurance company refuses to settle. And while attorneys cannot always guarantee results, you have the satisfaction of knowing John has won million-dollar verdicts for businesses nationwide.
The Winning Way
STEP 1 Get Real
John develops a financial estimate that balances the expense of a lawsuit against the likelihood of your winning the case. That way, you can determine whether or not the fight is worth the money.
STEP 2 Get Ready
John gathers the essential testimony, documents, and evidence necessary to present your best case in court. Now you can see the strength of your argument.
STEP 3 Get Persuasive
John uses the evidence to convince the insurance company it should settle the case instead of going to court. This is your chance to score a win while saving the expense of a trial.
STEP 4 Get Aggressive
John takes your case to court only if the insurance company refuses to settle. And while attorneys cannot always guarantee results, you have the satisfaction of knowing John has won million-dollar verdicts for businesses nationwide.