Litigation
Preamble
Our clients’ varied business needs require a litigation practice that can efficiently and effectively address a wide spectrum of issues. The firm’s trial attorneys are aggressive but grounded in common sense to achieve successful client results. At Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, we regularly handle commercial issues involving contract disputes, non-competition agreements, employment, partnership disputes, land development, construction claims, trade secrets and environmental matters. In addition, our litigation practice encompasses premises liability and personal injury defense, as well as selective personal injury claims. The firm’s trial practice is supported by the depth of experience of the firm’s other practice groups, which adds an appreciation of commercial realities to our representation.
Services
Commercial Litigation
The litigation team regularly works with businesses and their owners, corporations, banks, medical practices, lenders and others regarding the following:
- Breach of contract & business disputes
- Construction litigation and bond claims
- First amendment and media law
- Restrictive covenants/non-compete agreements
- Trade secret protection
- Shareholder and partner disputes
- Creditors rights including: collection, foreclosure, enforcement of judgments
- Professional Liability
- Banking and credit union counseling, including “lender liability” defense
- First Amendment, defamation and privacy
Bankruptcy
In light of the pervasive impact of bankruptcy law on commercial transactions, business dealings, land use and litigation, Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba maintains an expertise in this specialized area, with attorneys who practice regularly in bankruptcy court. In addition to navigating the intricacies of bankruptcy law and procedure, our attorneys are familiar with commercial reorganizations and workouts outside of the bankruptcy context. Our experience permits us to assist in addressing financial hurdles, as well as representing creditors in securing optimal results in insolvency situations.
Our attorneys have substantial experience representing commercial creditors and financial institutions in protecting their claims in the face of increased personal bankruptcies by customers and borrowers and in providing cost-effective solutions geared to optimize results.
Personal Injury
Our Litigation team is trusted by a variety of sophisticated business enterprises to defend their interests and employees in the unfortunate instance of claimed personal injury or significant property damage. We aggressively defend and refute unjustified claims and strive to limit the clients' exposure and risks through out the defense of any matter. Additionally, in getting to know and appreciate their business, we take a pro-active approach to assist our clients in avoiding future claims.
We also offer our broad range of expertise to assist individuals who suffer personal injuries as a result of the acts of others. Our attorneys handle select cases throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, focusing on assisting our clients by providing reliable information and achieving quality results. Because every situation is unique, our strategies are tailored to specifically meet the needs of our clients and done so in a respectful and compassionate manner. We also recognize that being injured raises many questions beyond the claim itself. Our team will provide timely assistance with these often stressful matters. Due to our spirited representation, we consistently obtain optimal results for our clients.
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