Litigation
As
litigation is foundational to the practice of law, the
litigation section is a cornerstone of the firm of Decker,
Jones, McMackin, McClane, Hall & Bates. The litigation
group offers a full complement of business tort related
litigation services backed by an experienced staff of
trial attorneys. The firm's case load provides exceptional
opportunities for its attorneys to participate in both
bench and jury trials. Closely supervised associates
are given significant responsibility for client matters
early in their careers.
Innovation
The firm utilizes the latest in technology and technique
in preparing and trying lawsuits. The firm's litigators
understand the value of accident reconstruction and
the use of economic and other experts, as well as the
importance of video and computer simulation in properly
preparing and presenting a case. The firm's support
of innovation is sustained by a shared commitment to
increase efficiency in dispute resolution. The section
maintains constant access to video and computer simulation
studios to help service its need for demonstrative aids.
The Team Approach
Productivity of attorneys and support staff is enhanced
by the firm's team approach to litigation. Before work
is begun on a new matter, it is evaluated by a supervising
attorney. Where practical or necessary, issues requiring
expertise in a particular area of the law are assigned
to attorneys in the appropriate section. A team is then
created, headed by the supervising attorney, which permits
the timely and efficient prosecution of the case. This
method promises the utilization of the firm's broad
base of expertise and support services, reducing costs
to the client.
The team approach permits exposure to a wide range of
experience. Nearly all the attorneys in the firm have
some contact with matters in litigation, either as part
of a trial team or in providing advice and counsel,
as well as other support services. The team approach
to problem solving, combined with the professional yet
informal atmosphere of the firm, creates an environment
which encourages innovation in strategy and technique
while keeping in view the practical objectives of the
client. The firm's staff of experienced trial attorneys,
led by board certified civil trial specialists, provides
the strong support businesses and professionals need
in trying times.
Litigation
Emphasis
The defense of liability claims against insurance companies
and their insureds is a keystone of the firm's litigation
practice. The firm represents the interests of drivers,
homeowners, physicians and other professionals, manufacturers
and employers. The section also emphasizes business
and commercial litigation. Trial attorneys for the firm
represent clients in commercial disputes, construction
disputes, breach of contract actions and a broad spectrum
of business related litigation, including suits based
on corporate, securities, tax, employment, real estate
and intellectual property issues.
Health
Liability Claims
Decker Jones has represented physicians, nurses, hospitals
and other health care providers for over 10 years and
long since a leader in the defense of health care liability
lawsuits.
The members of
our Litigation group are:
Randy
J. Hall
Daniel L. Bates
Bradley H. Rice
Brian K. Yost
Mark S. Dugan
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