Gilbert, Kelly, Crowley & Jennett LLP

Unfair Claims/Coverage

Workers' Compensation

Unquestionably, our reputation as one of the finest law firms to practice Insurance Defense was earned through the skillful and exceptional handling of some of the industry's most notable clients…and cases.

As one of the first law firms to recognize the need to develop a specialized insurance service and coverage department, GKC&J was also among the very first to establish our own "fraud" unit of specialized lawyers exclusively handling suspect claims.

Our attorneys not only assist clients in the preparation of insurance contracts, thoroughly analyze coverage and make recommendations about coverage issues, but they guide clients through the maze of complex negotiations to help resolve contract disputes.

In addition, GKC&J offers the considerable talents of its attorneys--who are experts in their own right--to train other lawyers and adjusters in SIU/fraud issues.

GKC&J attorneys make a difference in the following areas for clients:

Consultation, review and preparation of insurance contracts;
Investigation, evaluation, and defense of property and other first-party claims against insurers;

Comprehensive review of company policies, procedures, guidelines, brochures and advertising to ensure consistency in insurance administration;

Comprehensive pre-litigation analysis of coverage;

Filing of actions to obtain coverage adjudication (when necessary);

Appellate representation as participating counsel or Amicus Curiae in key decisions affecting insurance law;

Organization of Special Investigation Units for all entities, as required under California law;

Presentation of continuing education seminars to associates of insurance carriers, risk managers, and self-insured companies in the following areas:

Fraud awareness and prevention techniques;
Effective litigation management;
Fundamentals of claims evaluation; and
Fundamentals of negotiations.

Representation before state administrative agencies when allegations of unfair claims practices or violations of statutory duties arise.

For information, contact the following:

John J. Russo	jjr@gilbertkelly.com

Peter J. Godfrey	pjg@gilbertkelly.com

Rodney L. Terrazone	rlt@gilbertkelly.com

Albert P. DiRocco	apd@gilbertkelly.com

Randall W. Kaler	rwk@gilbertkelly.com

Jennifer M. Damon	jmd@gilbertkelly.com

Andrew C. Hubert	ach@gilbertkelly.com

James P. Spaltro	jps@gilbertkelly.com