Casualty Defense

     Since its inception over 50 years ago, WootenHart attorneys have devoted significant resources to the defense of casualty claims and suits. The firm is listed in Bests Recommended Insurance Defense Attorneys and its attorneys understand the tripartite relationship between the insured, insurance carrier and counsel. Over the years numerous insurance carriers have retained WootenHart to represent their insured. The firm also has extensive experience in coverage issues and declaratory judgment suits.

     WootenHart partners routinely try casualty defense suits to juries. John L Cooley and David B Hart each are members of the American Board of Trial Advocates, and the prestigious International Association of Defense Counsel. Mr. Cooley and Mr. Hart have each tried over 100 lawsuits to jury verdict. Both Mr. Cooley and Mr. Hart are AV rated by Martindale Hubble. They, as well as all the partners at WootenHart can offer clients a vast reservoir of experience in litigation, whether in Federal or state courts.