Our Partner, Jeff Havran, represented the interests of an insurance carrier client’s policyholder who was so pleased with Jeff’s efforts the policyholder addressed the following letter to the Associate Superintendent of Casualty Claims:

“Mr. [Associate Superintendent of Casualty Claims], I am a loyal [name of insurance company] customer in good standing and have policies for 5 vehicles, 2 homes, and umbrella coverage with your organization. One of my adult sons was involved in a car accident in June 2019 while driving one of my covered vehicles. This ultimately led to a lawsuit by one of the other drivers involved – see claim number above. My son and I were represented in this matter by Attorney Jeffrey Havran from the firm of Margolis and Edelstein. Attorney Havran was professional, responsive and thorough, and played a critical role in guiding this matter to a successful conclusion … I am sure you will join me in thanking Attorney Havran for his efforts.”

The Associate Superintendent responded: “Good morning Dr. [Policyholder], Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts about the defense work provided by Attorney Havran. He is one of our most trusted attorneys in your area and we are fortunate to have him available to us.  I always know that he will do a fine job representing our insureds.  He works very closely with us to make sure that we are on the same page. I very rarely differ from his recommendations … Thank you again Dr. [Policyholder] for your nice letter.”

Upon learning the product liability case against the company Bob represented was resolved for less than the cost of the expert witnesses that would have been required, the Controller for the manufacturer commented: “Good news Bob! Thank you for your diligence.  You were on the front line battling here, so kudos to you and your team. Have a Happy New Year too!”

A federal District Court Judge granted partner Charlie Saul’s Motion for Summary Judgment, dismissing the entire case against a municipality and its representatives. A dismissed representative responded to Charlie with the following note of appreciation: “Hi Charlie – Thank you so much for your excellent counsel. Never felt alone during this time. I appreciate your expertise, but even more your personable friendship and your ability to ferret out the truth. We won!!! Have a great holiday.”

Upon learning the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued an Opinion and Order affirming the judgment of the U.S. District Court in favor of Emily’s client, the Managing Deputy General Counsel commented: “Hi Emily, This is wonderful news and even better lawyering.  Thank you and well done … Thanks again! And I look forward to working with you on the next one.”

Upon learning our Philadelphia partner, Vince Iozzi, successfully removed his client from a difficult multiparty litigation where the plaintiff’s demand was initially $5.5MM, the claim professional commented upon Vince’s report and handling as follows:

“Great summary Vince and also great feedback from the insured. Always good to have a satisfied customer. I really appreciate your counsel and strategy discussions yesterday and throughout the handing of this claim. I had my doubts that this was going to get done but you dug in and orchestrated a good result for us while protecting the interests of our insured.”

The Sr. VP and General Counsel advised their company’s insurance carrier claim professional as follows: “We would request that this matter be assigned to Chris Tinari and his team at Margolis Edelstein.  ME has been our ‘go to’ firm in several cases. . .We work well with them and are very impressed by their legal skills, including their ‘bench strength’, as well as their communication skills in keeping both the insured and insurer informed.”

A Motion for Summary Judgment presented by Pittsburgh Partner Charlie Saul was successful in a bitterly fought case against a Township and its representatives involving allegations of sexual harassment, discriminatory discharge, and 1^st Amendment retaliation. The Court agreed with Charlie’s position, dismissed the case, and the Township’s Secretary-Treasurer reacted to the good news with the following message to Charlie:

“Hey Charlie – All I can say is: I am super excited about the outcome today.  What GREAT-GREAAAAT news! [My husband] and I have been smiling since your call and all the way home. You have been wonderful and soooo patient with the [aggravation associated with this litigation]! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else but you representing me and the township.  You know your law and you didn’t waver [sic] one bit. I am in awe of you. Again, thanks for always being there and your patience in this saga. I am so glad the judge was able to see through all of this. I am grateful and happy this is over with. You are the best!!!”

After learning our New Jersey Partner, Emery Mishky, successfully secured a Diversionary agreement to avoid any sanction or record of discipline by the Office of Attorney Ethics, our attorney client commented, “I can’t thank you enough for your counsel throughout this matter, without which I am certain we would not have achieved this favorable outcome.”

Upon learning a Motion to Dismiss prepared by our Pittsburgh partner, Emily Mahler, was successful, resulting in the dismissal of the Plaintiff’s Complaint, with prejudice, in a wrongful termination loss, the claim professional commented: “Great! … You and your firm always do great work for us!”