USA Guide 2026 : Illinois
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Provided by Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP
Traub Lieberman is deeply embedded within the insurance industry, representing insurers in complex insurance and reinsurance coverage disputes. The firm is well-known for our experience and knowledge counseling leading insurers in the areas of commercial general liability, errors and omissions, directors and officers, professional liability, cyber, transportation, and excess liability claims. We handle lawsuits in jurisdictions nationwide involving breach of contract, declaratory judgment, misrepresentation, extra-contractual liability, and bad faith causes of action. We frequently provide guidance and counsel to our insurance industry clients facing third-party coverage disputes. In addition to representing insurers in third-party coverage disputes, the firm also has significant experience advising clients on coverage issues and litigation under first-party policies. We have particular expertise in policy drafting, from preparing simple endorsements to cutting edge new insurance products.
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Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry is known for representing carriers in complex insurance and reinsurance coverage disputes. Directors and officers, professional liability and Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act ('BIPA') cases count among the firm's varied practice.
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Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP represented Obsidian Specialty Insurance Company as defendant in a case brought by Archer Western Construction, LLC.
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They can adapt to any situation and provide guidance for all 50 states.
They are knowledgeable and provide practical advice to obtain a suitable resolution.
The team have a super understanding of business needs.
The team are technically very strong, responsive and on top of their cases.
Traub Lieberman's response time is incredible.
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Brian Bassett draws praise from the insurance companies he acts on behalf of in various disputes. He has particular expertise in cases relating to the construction industry.
Brian is knowledgeable, responsive and provides excellent quality of work.
Brian has been wonderful to work with on the coverage matters for our company. He is always timely and always responsive.
Brian is one of my go-to problem solvers when it comes to all things insurance coverage-related.
Brian is fabulous, a great attorney and a great person to partner with.
Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer
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Brian Bassett
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Brandt Allen
James Eastham
Anthony Hatzilabrou
Adam Joffe
Danielle Kegley
Jeremy Macklin
Dana Rice
Jason Taylor
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