PRACTICE AREAS
INSURANCE LAW
Insurance law oversees the relationship between an insured individual or business and an insurance company. Insurance companies are expected to act in good faith, agreeing to promptly investigate and process claims as defined in their policies. If an insurance company fails to properly investigate a claim, wrongfully denies a claim, refuses to provide appropriate support, declines benefits outlined in the policy, delays payments, or improperly cancels the policy, there may be grounds for a lawsuit.
At The Fanning Law Firm, we only represent individuals and businesses—not insurance companies. We have extensive experience providing coverage analysis involving Commercial General Liability (CGL), Homeowners, Errors & Omissions, Directors & Officers, and Professional Liability insurance policies. We leverage our years of experience suing insurance companies so that our clients can reach an efficient resolution of their claims. Insurance can be complicated. The Fanning Law Firm simplifies it for you. For more information on insurance law, review our in-depth guide.
BUSINESS
LITIGATION
Business litigation centers on legal disputes that occur when parties in a business relationship do not fulfill their “end of the bargain.” These disagreements may include a wide range of circumstances from a party failing to complete construction services to an employer disregarding its employees’ rights. If the parties are unable to resolve their dispute involving breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, employment, misrepresentation, fraud, tortious interference, intellectual property right infringement, or unfair competition, filing a lawsuit may be the next course of action.
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The Fanning Law Firm represents a variety of clients for their business litigation needs, from Fortune 500 companies and governmental agencies to homeowners associations and small business owners. We are here to answer your questions, provide support, and guide you through an efficient and cost-effective resolution of your business dispute. Review our guide on business litigation for more information.
CONSTRUCTION
LAW
Construction law involves legal issues that can occur during any stage of a construction project. This might include a contract dispute before the project even starts, injuries or damage during active construction, or defects and damage discovered after the project is complete. Filing a lawsuit may be an option if an owner, developer, general contractor, subcontractor, project manager, engineer, or supplier is facing construction issues involving defects or damages, workmanship claims, breaches of contract, mechanic’s liens, or payment disputes.
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Construction law can be challenging to navigate, and that is where we can help. At The Fanning Law Firm, we understand the full scope of construction litigation and are committed to guiding our clients through every stage of the process. We combine our knowledge and experience with our access to some of the top construction experts in the industry to determine the best course of action for our clients’ particular needs and help them solve their construction-related disputes. We also utilize our vast insurance experience to compel the necessary insurance companies to participate in the defense and settlement of construction lawsuits, thus taking the burden off our clients and placing it where it should be. For additional information, read our guide to construction law.
COMMERCIAL
TRANSACTIONS
Commercial transactions refer to the laws that govern business agreements, contracts, and relationships. This practice often occurs outside of the courtroom, as companies, businesses, and individuals seek legal advice and guidance on managing their business transactions, from drafting contracts for services to forming business entities and drafting the necessary agreements to avoid future disputes. Transactional counseling may involve drafting or reviewing purchase and sale agreements, construction contracts, commercial property leases, or licensing agreements, but it also covers business planning, such as setting up corporations or LLC’s and drafting the attendant governing documents and buy-sell agreements.
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At The Fanning Law Firm, we oversee every stage of managing our clients’ transactions and business planning, including determining key objectives, negotiating details, drafting contracts, and researching applicable laws and regulations. Our in-depth familiarity with business laws and practices provides us with the tools and knowledge to best serve our clients and their business transaction needs. To find out more about commercial transactions, review this guide.