Practice Areas > Construction
In handling construction cases, our goal is to obtain the best results, either through lawsuits or arbitrations, in a cost-effective manner. We know how to digest efficiently the flood of documents generated by construction projects. We do not endorse the "scorched earth" approach to discovery. Indeed, we find that excessive discovery in construction cases can drain valuable resources and impede the effective preparation of a case for trial. We work to minimize litigation disruption through planning, preparation and experience.
We have tried complex cases involving construction defects, negligent design and delayed completion. Those cases have involved nearly every aspect of a building, from foundations to roofs. Our clients include general contractors, engineers, architects, owners, subcontractors and consultants.
We understand the importance of simplifying issues for juries in construction cases, as such cases often involve complex facts, abstract terminology, and potentially confusing architectural and engineering concepts. At trial, models, charts, photos and when appropriate, computer animations, are used to provide a jury with a visual picture of what happened according to our client’s theory of the case.
If you would like more information about the firm's construction practice, please contact:
David E. Stevenson
Phone: 312-443-3234
E-mail: des@willmont.com
