COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

Complex commercial litigation often requires a broad knowledge of the workings and interworkings of various aspects of the American judicial system. Our lawyers are always aware of the parallel ramifications of work that they take on, whether the dispute involves corporate fraud and abuse, a business dissolution or contractual dispute, trademark and copyright infringement, restrictive covenants or executive compensation.

CORPORATE FRAUD AND ABUSE

Corporate fraud and abuse is receiving increased attention in recent years. Such corporate problems often result in parallel proceedings wherein companies and individuals simultaneously face criminal and civil penalties and sanctions. Effective representation of a corporate officer or director cannot be limited to just the criminal context. Our firm is not only mindful, but also experienced in handling the regulatory issues that arise in a variety of contexts. Specifically, we have litigated with the government over Medicare fraud, claims under the Federal False Claims Act, and debarment of defense contractors. Too many firms find themselves in a position where, given the government’s often inflated charges, they feel compelled to immediately negotiate a settlement whereas we have found that an aggressive response challenging the government’s allegations can ultimately prove far more fruitful. We have actively pursued and defended RICO claims.

BUSINESS AND SHAREHOLDER DISPUTES

Particularly complex business problems, such as the dissolution of a business or the break-up of a partnership, require a knowledge of not only the legal principals but also the applicable market or business principles. In this regard, the firm has been actively involved in a number of partnership dissolutions. We have aggressively represented minority shareholders to ensure that they receive a fair value for their interests in a corporation which dissolves or merges. The firm has represented a number of corporate officers and executives upon their voluntary departure or with regard to termination proceedings from their corporate employer.

EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND SEVERANCE

Individuals are often at a disadvantage when they accept employment with a major corporation. Promises are made to induce persons to take executive and officer level positions but then these promises are not subsequently honored. We have an established track record of representing such corporate officers and executives and aggressively litigating to obtain for them promised but unfulfilled equity positions, stock options, and earned bonuses from their corporate employers.

To find out more about our firm, attorneys or the other types of cases we handle, please refer to our Practice Areas. If you would like to discuss an existing or potential case, or you are a lawyer interested in our referral arrangements, please contact us by telephone at 215-972-1376 or by reviewing our Referring Attorney Guide.

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