- Wrongful DeathCatastrophic injury claims and wrongful death cases are emotional and complex. At Lucas & Haverkamp, we help clients defend themselves against these emotionally-charged claims. Although we sympathize with individuals and families who have endured tragic events, we also know that not all claims are just or accurate. When you have been accused of causing a catastrophic injury or a death, you have a lot riding on your defense. Our clients are product manufacturers and business owners with their livelihood and reputation on the line. We are seasoned litigators with the experience, skill, and resources to successfully defend these intricate cases.
- Business DisputesIf you own a business long enough, you will eventually encounter a business-related dispute. At Lucas & Haverkamp, we believe that the cost of doing business should not include exorbitant legal fees. That is why we work hard every day to deliver cost-effective legal solutions to our business clients. As business owners ourselves, we understand that protecting your bottom line is more than just a turn of phrase. Whether you are running a small local business or a Fortune 500 company, litigation can stop your profitability in its tracks. We help our clients navigate all manner of business disputes swiftly and effectively so they can move forward with their goals.
- Wrongful TerminationAt Lucas & Haverkamp, we represent both businesses and individuals involved in employment disputes. This versatile approach allows us to truly understand the issues that concern both employers and their employees. Because we do not restrict ourselves to one side of the employment law arena, we routinely assist our clients in achieving compromises that serve both corporate interests and personal goals.We guide our clients through claims including wrongful termination, sexual harassment, discrimination, defamation, and executive compensation and bonuses.
- Employment DiscriminationEmployment discrimination matters often involve both state and federal law. As a result, cases that involve employer discrimination are usually complex matters that require special skill and knowledge. At Lucas & Haverkamp, we help employers and employees navigate these complicated issues. We assist clients dealing with a wide range of discrimination claims, including gender, age, race, pregnancy, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.
- Employment LitigationAt Lucas & Haverkamp, we represent corporations facing a number of types of class action claims, including mass torts, claims of unfair business practices, and employment claims. We regularly assist clients in the consumer products, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our attorneys have also represented clients in the aerospace, telecommunications, chemical, and transportation sectors.
- Sexual Harassment
- Real Estate LitigationWe represent commercial landlords and developers as well as hotels and resorts in a range of real estate matters. We draft, enforce, and defend numerous contracts and agreements, including purchase agreements, leases, insuring agreements and other important documents. We also provide representation to clients enforcing and defending easements and other covenants.
- Premises LiabilityOur business litigation practice is as versatile and varied as the businesses we represent. Our knowledge base extends to all areas of business litigation, including real estate, employment law, and premises liability. From the negotiation table to the courtroom, we have you – and your business – covered.
- Construction LitigationConstruction and development along with real estate comprises a significant portion of our practice. We handle all aspects of construction law and represent a large variety of clients, commercial and residential developers, general contractors, and subcontractors.
- Easement
- Property DamageSuccessfully resolved multiple lawsuits as counsel for mechanical contractor relating to natural gas explosion at high rise hotel which injured 19 workers and caused $17 million in property damage.
- Personal InjuryBecause personal injury claims hinge on the plaintiff’s ability to prove a link between the injury and the defendant, we focus our efforts on determining the reason for the accident. Our litigation team draws upon resources from a variety of disciplines, including physicians, accident reconstructionists, engineers, and economists. Using comprehensive investigative techniques and expert reports, we help our clients build a strong case designed to achieve results. We have defended clients in a variety of injury claims, including
- Auto Accidents
- Estate Planning