When a business dispute results in litigation, many transactional law firms call upon us for their trial needs. We have the technology and skills to make a complex business dispute understandable to a jury or panel of arbitrators. Our attorneys utilize the best trial-honed financial and related experts to achieve a winning result.
We have achieved notable success in complex multi-district cases, including class actions, environmental torts and disaster claims. Our reputation with the judges specially assigned to these matters is impeccable, so you won’t be facing high exposure cases with a rookie.
La Follette Johnson represents developers, financial institutions, contractors, construction managers, engineers, and other design professionals in all facets of construction litigation. We have litigated cases that span the entire spectrum of the industry, from residential and retail, to major commercial developments and highways.
We have managed numerous complex and intricate litigation matters on behalf of Officers and Directors of major corporations.
We continue to be at the forefront of this rapidly developing and expanding area. We are one of the few law firms in California with the depth of experience and expertise to defend healthcare providers against any and all alleged Elder Abuse violations. Our specialists are frequently requested to speak to healthcare organizations, bar groups, and convalescent homes on the subject of compliance, standards of care, security, and documentation.
Our expertise in California employment law helps employers comply with the changing dynamics of laws and regulations affecting employer-employee relations. We represent management in litigation involving wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment discrimination, civil rights, and contract suits. We also provide extensive consultation to employers throughout the state to assist in avoiding and minimizing litigation. Our employment attorneys frequently conduct seminars for employers on preventive measures and how to avert potential lawsuits.
Asbestos litigation nearly overwhelmed the insurance and business industries. We have been in the forefront of defending these complex claims for over two decades. Defendants in “Superfund” cleanup claims and similar potentially catastrophic exposure matters have called upon us to provide smart and aggressive representation. We are one of the few firms who has actually tried to jury verdicts these complicated issues.
If you have been civilly sued for damages resulting from business, personal, or intentional torts, you have experienced representation with the lawyers of La Follette Johnson. From eliminating your exposure through exacting law and motion practice or by way of trial or arbitration, our attorneys are aimed at a constant goal – the timely, successful result at the most reasonable cost.
We are one of California’s leading firms in all areas of insurance law. Whether you insure medical, legal, or other professionals, financial institutions, employers, the transportation industry, or any other type of business, there is a legal team at La Follette Johnson prepared to serve your individual needs. Our insurance attorneys represent life, health, disability, title, property and casualty, and professional liability insurance companies. We represent most of the major insurance companies in the United States and their insureds, managed healthcare companies, and third-party administrators in virtually all types of insurance and health-related disputes including coverage, bad faith claims in the areas of general liability policies, errors and omission policies, life insurance policies, workers’ compensation, and uninsured motorist issues. We are also renowned for our coverage opinions and analyses. We specialize in the interpretation of all types of insurance policies issued by life, disability, and casualty insurance companies. We have extensive litigation experience in the interpretation of insurance contracts, the defense of bad faith lawsuits, and the defense of insurance agents and brokers.
Whether your problem involves the latest in HIPAA compliance, termination of life issues, policies, procedures or JCAHO regulations, our staff of experts will help you navigate the maze of this evolving area of law. If you are in the business of healthcare delivery, you need the expertise of La Follette Johnson.
Our attorneys are not only knowledgeable about the law, but have the medical sophistication you need when staff privileges are at stake. Entrust your career to an attorney who speaks your language and is expert in the administrative pitfalls of peer review.
The firm is preeminent in all aspects of healthcare litigation and is renowned for its representation of hospitals and other medical providers. We have one of California’s largest and most experienced teams of seasoned trial lawyers who specialize in medical malpractice litigation. Several attorneys and key staff members have worked in a variety of healthcare disciplines. When you receive notice of an impending action or a lawsuit, demand from your insurer the excellence and experience provided by La Follette Johnson representation.
When the Medical Board calls, many healthcare providers trust La Follette Johnson to provide a sophisticated and vigorous license defense. Your career is too important to gamble with an unknown. We accompany the client at the initial investigator interview, obtain expert support and appear at the administrative hearing. In the event of an adverse administrative ruling, our team of experienced appellate practitioners will make sure your hard-earned reputation and license to practice remain intact.
Our trained personnel conduct immediate on-site investigations in civil actions arising from private and commercial premises liability claims. This early response combined with our litigation strengths have resulted in a high success rate for our clients. We provide representation to a wide variety of premises owners, their employees and agents.
The birthplace of much of the modern law of Products Liability was and is the California Supreme Court, and for over 50 years our lawyers have had a role in many of the major cases you have read about. From football helmets to complex medical devices, we can help your company cope with the myriad issues these matters present, both legally and factually. With La Follette Johnson at your side, you will find that excellent representation can be affordable.
La Follette Johnson is second to none in the successful representation of professionals, lawyers, architects, engineers, public officials, in liability claims. We have substantial experience in claims involving breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, and negligence.
We have experience representing many cities, counties, school districts and other public entities statewide.
The firm has successfully represented clients in all areas of transportation litigation, including air, auto, marine, rail, over-the-road motor carriers, public transportation, and trucking. In the area of motor vehicle accidents, the firm provides the counsel necessary to handle simple or complex cases.