Comprehensive Litigation Services
At Outside Chief Legal, we bring thousands of hours of courtroom experience to prosecute or defend a wide array of cases, including:
Legal disputes between companies or individuals over contracts, business deals, fraud, debt collection, partnerships and other business matters.
Business & Commercial Litigation
Legal disputes over building projects, including defects, delays, unpaid work, contract breaches, or design errors. Cases may involve owners, contractors, architects, or suppliers seeking to enforce rights or recover losses.
Construction Litigation
Using mediation or arbitration to resolve disputes, often leading to binding decisions or settlements.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) – Mediation & Arbitration
Disputes involving the purchase, terms, interpretation, or enforcement of insurance policies—including coverage, liability, bad faith, fraud, agent conduct, subrogation, and regulatory compliance issues.
Insurance (Coverage, Liability & Bad Faith)
Protects brands, inventions, or creative works in court when ownership or unauthorized use is challenged.
Intellectual Property (Trademarks & Copyright Litigation)
Suits claims against makers or sellers of defective or unsafe products that cause harm. Cases may involve design flaws, manufacturing defects, or failure to warn, and are based on negligence or strict liability.
Product Liability
Employment and labor litigation covers workplace disputes like discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage issues, contract breaches, and union-related matters. Cases may involve individuals or groups and are resolved in court or arbitration.
Employment/Labor Litigation
Claims against licensed experts—doctors, lawyers, or accountants—for negligence, errors, or ethical violations in their services alleging financial, legal, or physical harm to clients or patients.
Professional Liability
Disputes over benefits for job-related injuries or illnesses. Cases address denied claims, medical treatment, lost wages, or retaliation, often resolved through hearings or appeals under state law.
Workers' Compensation
Lawsuits for injuries allegedly caused by another’s negligence or unsafe property conditions. Cases include slips, falls, car accidents, and more—seeking compensation for medical costs and other damages.
Personal Injury & Premises Liability
Causes of action against bars or hosts that illegally serve alcohol to intoxicated or underage individuals who later cause harm as a result.
Dram Shop/Liquor Liability
Involves lawsuits for fatal or life-altering injuries caused by another’s negligence. These cases seek compensation for medical costs, lost income, suffering, and long-term impact on victims or their families.
Wrongful Death/Catastrophic Injury
Strategic Approach to Litigation
While we are prepared to advocate vigorously in court, our primary goal is to help clients avoid litigation when possible. We understand that litigation can divert attention from your business’s core mission and impact its bottom line. When litigation is unavoidable, we offer:
We assess the potential return on investment for pursuing specific legal positions, considering factors like litigation costs, financial implications, and the unpredictability of court outcomes.
Your company's needs and goals remain our priority throughout the litigation process, ensuring alignment with your business objectives before, during, and after courtroom proceedings.
For jurisdictions beyond our reach, Outside Chief Legal can:
Identify and Retain Appropriate Counsel
We connect you with litigation attorneys with the necessary expertise for your needs.
Provide Litigation Case Management
Our experienced oversight ensures that cases progress efficiently, legal fees are controlled, and you can focus on your business operations.
Legal Counsel Support
Our attorneys frequently serve as local counsel, offering support to in-house legal teams and external corporate attorneys in litigation matters across Alabama and Northern Florida.