Practice Areas

Insurance and General Casualty Defense

Glascock Street Waxler attorneys have extensive knowledge and experience in defending personal injury claims including automobile accidents, product liability claims, premise liability claims, job-site injury, catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, liquor liability, and toxic tort claims arising from allegedly toxic substances, including defense of large multi-national corporations in asbestos lawsuits. Given the firms extensive trial experience, a number of the cases we handle involve excess exposure—cases in which the client does not have enough insurance to cover the amount of damages claimed in the lawsuit.

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First Party Insurance Defense and Coverage

Glascock Street Waxler represents both regional and nationwide insurance carriers in a number of first party claims. The attorneys at Glascock Street Waxler provide advice and representation for the firm’s insurance clients in complex matters related to insurance coverage disputes. Glascock Street Waxler is available to provide both coverage opinions and litigate coverage issues on behalf of their clients. Glascock Street Waxler defends insurers in disputes with insureds involving claims arising from storm and flood damage, fire and arson, and burglary and theft. Glascock Street Waxler also represents insurance carriers in uninsured/underinsured lawsuits and claims. The attorneys at Glascock Street Waxler understand the complex insurance coverage laws governing UM/UIM claims and offer a comprehensive strategy to successfully defend UM/UIM claims and avoid exposure to attorney fees. Glascock Street Waxler also assists its insurance clients in the identification and defense of fraudulent claims. Attorneys work closely with claims handlers in the special investigation unit (SIU) to fully investigate suspicious claims and determine whether a claim is valid or whether a fraud denial is appropriate. With their extensive insurance background, Glascock Street Waxler attorneys are able to help insurance carriers navigate the claims environment and avoid any bad faith exposure.

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Construction Litigation

Glascock Street Waxler defends contractors, builders, and building product manufacturers and suppliers in all aspects of construction litigation. Our construction attorneys defend personal injury claims on construction sites, including Employer Liability Act (“ELA”) and Oregon Safe Employment Act (“OSEA”) claims. In addition to personal injury claims, we also defend contractors against construction defect claims and negligent repairs. Having tried multiple construction defect cases, the attorneys at Glascock Street Waxler are able to consult with the most knowledgeable experts in order to develop the best evidence available to successfully resolve your claim.

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Commercial Litigation

Commercial litigation involves a broad range of disputes that may develop during the normal operations of your business. Glascock Street Waxler handles a number of complex commercial disputes, including shareholder disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, entity dissolution claims, violation of trade secrets, real estate disputes, contract disputes, trademark infringement, and collections. The most important issue in selecting a commercial litigation attorney is not whether the attorney understands your specific field of business—an attorney can learn that. The import question is whether the attorney has trial experience and knows how to successfully present your case to a jury. Whether you or your business is experienced in litigation or you find yourself in an unexpected lawsuit, let our commercial litigation attorneys use their civil litigation skills to protect your interests.

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Appellate Litigation

Glascock Street Waxler attorneys have briefed and argued cases in the Oregon Court of Appeals, Oregon Supreme Court, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Most of our appellate work involves handling appeals in cases the firm has tried—we defend our victories and challenge adverse rulings. Glascock Street Waxler is also available to handle appeals arising out of cases tried by other firms or attorneys.

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Title IX Prosecution

Glascock Street Waxler is dedicated to obtaining equitable facilities and athletic opportunities for female athletes. The firm’s representation of female athletes in Title IX litigation is the result of attorney Andrew Glascock’s personal experiences. Andrew coaches softball for the Lake Oswego Renegades softball organization. As a softball coach, he has experienced first-hand how female athletes continue to receive unequitable treatment in athletics. Through his Title IX work, Andrew has helped a number of female athletes obtain the athletic facilities and opportunities they are entitled to. All Title IX cases are taken on a pro bono basis, with no fees charged to the clients.

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