Civil Litigation
Lawsuits are time consuming and can have financial and emotional repercussions. If you are involved in a legal dispute and have been unable to resolve your differences through negotiation or agreement, you may be required to take the matter to court in order to protect your interests. When commercial litigation becomes necessary, our experienced and understanding attorneys are ready to protect your rights and help you quickly achieve the results you need.
Our comprehensive civil litigation practice includes:
Business and Commercial Litigation
We represent individuals and companies in commercial litigation, handling a wide range of commercial disputes, including contract disputes, partnership and shareholder disputes, and unfair competition claims.
Employment Litigation
Our attorneys litigate a variety of employment-based actions, representing clients in discrimination cases such as sexual harassment, disability, age and race discrimination. In addition, we also handle employment contract disputes and wage payment claims.
Bankruptcy Litigation
We represent businesses and individuals in controversies arising during the filing of bankruptcy petitions under Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13, often where there are significant assets in the bankruptcy estate.
Maritime Litigation
We handle maritime injury claims, protecting the rights of individuals who have been injured in maritime accidents on the rivers around Pittsburgh and in western Pennsylvania. These claims often involve collisions between recreational craft and commercial shippers.
Construction Litigation
Our lawyers represent contractors in construction claims, recovering payment from customers, often under materialmens and mechanics liens.