- GuardianshipOur attorneys serve as, and provide representation to, executors, trustees, and guardians. We have substantial experience with the administration of full probate estates, various types of trusts, and guardianships, including the preparation of associated tax returns.
- Wrongful DeathGallagher Sharp represents transportation providers in accident claims and lawsuits which involve wrongful death, serious injuries, and other damages, including...
- Sex CrimesGallagher Sharp’s Transportation Group also represents rideshare companies and third-party independent contractor drivers in cases that involve motor vehicle accidents, intentional torts, assault, battery, and sexual assault. Our attorneys have experience and knowledge to successfully defend against employer-employee, vicarious liability, agency, and negligent hiring, training, entrustment, supervision, and retention claims that oftentimes are alleged against rideshare companies to inflate damages. We continuously monitor and stay informed on all aspects pertaining to the developing rideshare field, including the Transportation Network Company (TNC) statutes that have been enacted around the country. The transportation attorneys at Gallagher Sharp are seasoned trial lawyers who have the experience to litigate a case involving a rideshare company or a third-party independent contractor driver from the pleadings stage all the way through trial.
- Theft
- Assault
- Business DisputesOur commercial litigation team has experience handling a wide range of business disputes, from the routine to the complex, including matters in the following areas...
- Business Transactions
- Limited Liability CompaniesGallagher Sharp’s business and employment attorneys provide a broad range of legal services to public and private companies, non-profit organizations, partnerships, sole proprietors, limited liability companies and individuals in transactional as well as contested matters, including regulatory and administrative proceedings. We also provide risk management consulting, pre-claim assistance, educational services and management training.
- Trade Secrets
- Intellectual Property
- Unfair Competition
- Workers Compensation
- Wrongful Termination
- Employment Discrimination
- Employment Contract
- Employment Litigation
- Severance Agreement
- Premises LiabilityRetailers and hospitality providers face an ever-expanding list of potential tort claims from the operation of their business. Gallagher Sharp’s attorneys defend retailers and restaurants against these claims. We have extensive experience litigating claims involving premises liability, third-party assaults, provision of security services, negligent hiring, training, and supervision, adulterated foods, liquor license liability, slip-and-fall accidents, and a multitude of other claims arising out of a general negligence theory. Our experience ranges from defending national chain retailers and restaurants to local establishments, and we work collaboratively across all levels of an organization to achieve a positive outcome to every litigated matter.
- Construction LitigationGallagher Sharp routinely represents associations in the prosecution of construction defect claims against the developers relative to any claims associated with the original construction of common elements, easements and disputes with adjacent property owners, and separately, claims against builders or contractors performing repairs to condominium property.
- Real Estate TransactionsGallagher Sharp attorneys have a broad range of experience defending real estate professionals in every aspect of residential and commercial real estate transactions, including real estate agents and brokers, title companies, escrow officers, appraisers, and home inspectors. Whether through insurance carriers or directly, we represent professionals and individuals in claims arising from all phases of a real estate transaction. We have successfully handled the defense of claims for professional negligence, including breach of fiduciary duty, negligent misrepresentation, and fraud based on alleged faulty preparation of sales documents, failure to follow escrow instructions, negligent appraisals, and the failure to properly inspect property and to disclose defects.
- Eminent DomainGallagher Sharp’s transportation attorneys provide representation to railroads, trucking and bus companies, maritime entities, airlines, and insurance companies in matters involving personal injury, wrongful death, property damage, eminent domain, admiralty, and cargo claims.
- Easement
- Land Use and ZoningGallagher Sharp attorneys represent state and local entities and agencies in administrative and civil matters, and regularly serve in advisory roles. We represent public entities in a wide array of matters including tort liability, zoning and land use, employment, contract and business disputes, public records, environmental issues, civil rights litigation, and police liability. Our police liability experience includes false arrest, excessive force, and First Amendment claims. We understand that public entities have unique concerns which may go beyond a specific issue or dispute such as public opinion, and have the knowledge and experience to help manage and mitigate.
- Property DamageOur attorneys have a deep understanding of admiralty and maritime law on the Great Lakes. We are able to navigate the unique legal waters on behalf of boaters, passenger vessel owners, and cruise line operators. We defend watercraft owners facing series marine casualties, including boater injury and death, and advise ferry services and cruise lines on matters involving crew liability, employee injury or death, contractual disputes, and third-party claims for personal injury and property damage. Our attorneys also represent marine facilities, such as marinas, yacht clubs, and marine service providers in personal injury and property damage claims. From national and international cruise lines, to local and regional passenger and specialty vessels, to individual boaters, Gallagher Sharp’s admiralty and maritime practice extends to all aspects of maritime life on the Great Lakes.
- Personal InjuryNot only do we investigate and defend such matters, our special expertise extends to providing rapid response capability in connection with cause and origin scene investigation and the preservation of accident sites and evidence. We have working relationships with a stable of experienced and highly credentialed experts in the fire and explosion field. Whether it is personal injury and death, destruction of property or business interruption, we have the experience and expertise to provide effective legal counsel from the onset of loss all the way thorough investigation, litigation and beyond.
- Medical MalpracticeOur medical malpractice attorneys have extensive experience defending physicians, social workers, mental and home health agencies, and other licensed medical and healthcare providers, including nursing homes. Throughout our defense of a medical claim, Gallagher Sharp attorneys continually assess strategy and risk to bring each matter to a successful resolution whether through early resolution, alternative dispute resolution, or trial. Our knowledgeable nurse paralegal team has broad, practical experience in all areas of medicine and is an integral of our collaborative evaluation and defense of each claim.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate PlanningOur attorneys have the proven experience to guide clients through all aspects of estate planning, business succession, estate and trust administration, and probate litigation.
- Wills
- Trusts
- Probate
- Bankruptcy
- Foreclosure
- Tax LawWe represent clients in creating estate plans through the use of wills, trusts, and other tools that are tailored to fit the client’s specific needs, whether simple or complex. Based on the client’s goals, including their intended beneficiaries and desire for future flexibility, we design and implement plans that meet the client’s objectives in a cost-effective and tax-advantageous manner. We further represent individuals, entrepreneurs, and private business owners with respect to the legal and tax issues involved in business succession planning.
- Debt CollectionGallagher Sharp has significant experience advising clients and litigating matters filed pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act, and similar consumer laws and statutes. Our attorneys have successfully defended both individual and class claims in state and federal court alleging violations of a wide variety of consumer protection laws. We have had success with early resolution, motion practice at the pleading stage, summary judgment motions, and alternative dispute resolutions. We have routinely defeated putative class actions in motion practice.