Partner Lynda Liebhauser Achieves Early Settlement in High Exposure Case

Partner Lynda Liebhauser obtained an early and favorable settlement for the firm’s construction client in a Labor Law case. The plaintiff claimed that he stepped into a gap between scaffold platforms while performing painting work, sustaining multiple injuries including significant economic losses. A third-party action was commenced against the firm’s construction client, the plaintiff’s employer. The owner and general contractor also commenced a declaratory judgment against the employer and other trades on the job site.

After conducting a limited deposition of the plaintiff on liability issues, the parties engaged in early settlement discussions. The case was settled on favorable terms to our client and included a dismissal of the declaratory judgment along with a waiver of all costs associated with the coverage claims.

Achieving advantageous and early resolution is another example of the firm’s proactive approach. Life Cycle is an integral key performance indicator at Barry, McTiernan & Moore with attorneys like Ms. Liebhauser continuing to lead the way in facilitating early resolutions.