Meissner Tierney Fisher & Nichols S.C.

$13

Insurance Coverage

Mark Malloy successfully tried an insurance coverage action related to an alleged claim for bodily injury and property damage due to water intrusion causing mold exposure. Plaintiff demanded $13 million at trial. A finding of no duty to defend or indemnify was obtained by post-trial motion.

$10

Property Damage

Attorney Mark Malloy obtained a defense verdict in a mold case tried before a jury in Milwaukee County. A condominium owner sought over $10 million for property damage and personal injury, alleging negligent maintenance. The jury found the association not negligent and not in breach of duties.

$5

Business & Corporate Disputes

Attorneys Mark D. Malloy and Matthew V. Fisher obtained summary judgment in an Illinois lawsuit. The client, a national distributor, was sued for tortious interference and conspiracy related to its entry into the e-cigarette industry. Damages claimed were future lost profits in excess of $5 million. The court found claims violated the “new business rule” due to speculative damages.

Business Defamation

Shareholder Mark D. Malloy received 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmance of a federal district court’s grant of summary judgement on a business defamation case. The case involved allegations of tortious interference of contract and defamation arising out of alleged false product reviews. The district court granted summary judgement and dismissed the case, which was affirmed on appeal.

Business Succession Planning

Attorneys Tom Nichols, Joe Tierney and Randy Brotherhood developed and implemented business succession plans for substantial closely held business concerns, facilitating transitions to second and third generation family members.

Civil Rights

Attorney Jacob Sosnay obtained summary judgment in favor of Deputy Kazmierski in a case where the plaintiff alleged an illegal roadside search and unlawful extension of a traffic stop. The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the summary judgment.