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Gregory Hirtzel and Cody Kauffman Presented Traumatic Brain Injury Seminar
Greg Hirtzel and Cody Kauffman spoke at Donegal Insurance on October 15, 2019 on best practices in evaluating, handling and defending Traumatic Brain Injury claims.
FHMS Sponsors Counselor’s V. Cancer
FHMS was proud to be an elite level sponsor for the 2019 Counselor’s v. Cancer Charity Golf Classic held on September 30, 2019 at the Westfield Country Club, Westfield Ohio. This annual event serves to raise funds for the American Cancer Society and bring increased awareness to the importance of ACS’s role in funding research… Read More ❯
Campbell Presents Risk Transfer Seminar
Jacqueline Campbell of Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding recently presented a webinar for a local insurance carrier. The webinar focused on strategies for making and pursing outbound tenders. The presentation reviewed the different types of risk transfer, information needed to evaluate and pursue outbound tenders, factors that should be considered in making the tender, and… Read More ❯
Campbell and Lettieri Present Webinar on Snow Removal Standards and Risk Transfer
On September 25, 2019, Jacqueline Campbell and Frances Lettieri presented a webinar on snow removal standards and risk transfer issues in snow and ice cases. This webinar focused on the various snow removal standards and how they impact litigation. The seminar also addressed risk transfer issues, discussing the language in snow removal contracts needed to effectuate the… Read More ❯
Joseph Fowler and Lee Eckell Speak at Pure Insurance
Joseph Fowler and Lee Eckell of FHMS, along with accident reconstruction experts Robert Lynch, P.E. and Dr. Justin Schorr of DJS Associates, recently presented a seminar at Pure Insurance. The two hour seminar to a group of personal transportation claims handlers focused on emergency response to catastrophic motor vehicle accidents, forensic evidence gathering techniques and… Read More ❯
Gregory Hirtzel and Cody Kauffman Presented Traumatic Brain Injury Webinar
Gregory Hirtzel and Cody Kauffman of Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding recently presented a webinar discussing the investigation and evaluation of Traumatic Brain Injury (“TBI”) claims. The webinar focused on strategies for defending what often are highly subjective and potentially significant damage claims. This presentation reviewed the science behind traumatic brain injury and the pertinent… Read More ❯
FHMS Lawyers Named Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been selected to the 2019 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list: Joseph R. Fowler, Gregory S. Hirtzel, Joseph F. McNulty, and Andrew J. Spaulding. The Super Lawyer designation is limited to no more than 5 percent of the lawyers in Pennsylvania. FHMS is… Read More ❯
Lettieri Speaks at CLM Course
Frances Lettieri presented a CLM Continuing Education Course on Evaluating Additional Insured Coverage to Glatfelter Claims Management, Inc. The CLM is the largest professional association in the insurance business with a membership of more than 45,000 professionals in the claims resolution and litigation management industries.
Campbell Speaks at The Gavel
Jacqueline Campbell was a featured speaker to the more than 200 attendees at the 3rd Annual National Conference of The Gavel. The conference was held in January at the Boca Raton Resort and Club, in Boca Raton, Florida. Ms. Campbell, a partner in the Philadelphia office of FHMS, joined by fellow Gavel member Sandy Eloranto from Sutton Booker, discussed… Read More ❯
Sparks Finalist for CLM’s 2019 Outside Counsel of the Year
John Sparks, who is Of Counsel to Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding, has been selected as one of five finalists for the Claims Litigation Management Alliance Outside Counsel of the Year. The nominees will be introduced, and the winner identified, on March 13th at the CLM’s 2019 Annual Conference in Orlando.
Mike Socha Obtains Lancaster County Defense Verdict
A six day trial in Lancaster County arising from an alleged slip and fall ended with a verdict in favor of Mike Socha’s client, a snow removal contractor who Plaintiff alleged improperly performed snow removal services. As a result of the alleged fall, Plaintiff claimed to have suffered a concussion and traumatic brain injury… Read More ❯
FHMS Contributes to Support Center for Child Advocacy Toy Drive
The lawyers and staff of Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding are proud to continue their support for the annual holiday toy drive of the Support Center for Child Advocacy. The Support Center advocates for victims of child abuse and neglect, with the goal of securing safety, justice, well-being, and a permanent, nurturing environment for every… Read More ❯
Lettieri Presents at IRMI Conference
Frances Lettieri, a partner in Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding’s Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Department, addressed the 38th International Risk Management Institute conference. Ms. Lettieri addressed the conference on the topic of Effective Contractual Risk Transfers: The Power of Checklists.
Eckell Successfully Resolves Construction Injury Case
Lee Eckell successfully resolved a construction injury case where a 27-year-old Plaintiff sustained serious injuries after falling from a roof. Plaintiff’s injuries included fractures to the left and right wrists, orbital bone, and sphenoid bone; bilateral knee contusions with left distal vastus medialis/oblique muscle tear; and post-concussion syndrome with alleged cognitive impairment and depression. The… Read More ❯
FHMS Sponsors Lee Eckell’s Family’s Walk Team at National Alzheimer’s Walk
FHMS was the proud sponsor of Partner Lee Eckell’s family team at the Alzheimer’s Walk in Wilmington Delaware on Saturday, October 20, 2018. This walk is just one of many that the National Alzheimer’s Association holds throughout the country in order to raise money and awareness for the disease. Mr. Eckell’s family walks as part… Read More ❯
Allan Molotsky Receives Golden Gavel Award
The Golden Gavel Award is a formal monthly recognition program in which Westfield Insurance recognizes outstanding achievement by their outside counsel. Allan Molotsky received the Golden Gavel Award from Westfield in April, 2018 for his and his team’s work in providing outstanding advice and counsel in a matter where a million dollar policy limit was… Read More ❯
McCusker to Speak at CLM Conference
Quinn McCusker of FHMS’ New Jersey Office will serve as a panelist at the CLM South New Jersey Chapter Education & Networking Event on October 24, 2018. During his presentation, McCusker will examine a complex litigation and catastrophic loss litigation scenario from the perspective of litigation by outside counsel. As part of the panel, he… Read More ❯
McNulty Case Dismissal Through Preliminary Objections
Joe McNulty had a case dismissed through preliminary objections. Plaintiff was injured in a motorcycle accident allegedly caused by a dog that ran onto the road and into Plaintiff’s path. The dog had escaped from its owners property despite the presence of an electric fence. Our client is a neighbor of the dog owner. The… Read More ❯
Eckell Successfully Defends Pest Control Company on Negligence Claim At Trial
Lee Eckell successfully defended a local pest control company as co-counsel during a two week negligence trial involving the alleged improper use of a pesticide during a termite application. Plaintiff alleged that FHMS’ client failed to properly seal cracks in the basement foundation wall of the split level home before applying the pesticide which allegedly… Read More ❯
Lettieri to Speak at CLM Course: Avoiding and Defending Bad Faith – Best Claims & Litigation Strategies
Frances Lettieri, a partner in the Philadelphia Office of FHMS will be instructing a Claims Litigation Management course. The course will be held on May 22, 2018 for insurance professionals, and will focus on the avoidance and defense of bad faith. Ms. Lettieri is a member of the Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Department at… Read More ❯
FHMS Joins The Gavel
The Gavel, a nationwide network of vetted insurance industry attorneys, has selected Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding to be its exclusive firm representative for eastern and central Pennsylvania as well as southern New Jersey. The Gavel network includes firms who have been qualified through a 3 step process that includes referral by industry professionals, completion… Read More ❯
Fowler Appointed Chair of the Public Relations Committee for The Gavel
Joe Fowler, managing partner of FHMS has been named the chair of the Public Relations Committee of The Gavel. His responsibilities include response to media requests regarding industry issues as well as the presentation of The Gavel’s message and philosophy to industry members and the national media.
Fowler and Sparks to Speak at The Gavel’s National Conference
The Gavel, a nationwide network of vetted attorneys serving the insurance industry, will hold its 2nd annual conference from January 15th to the 17th in Boca Raton Florida. Among the business and industry professionals who will address the conference are two attorneys from Fowler Hirtzel McNulty& Spaulding. Firm managing partner Joe Fowler will chair a panel concerning the… Read More ❯
McCusker Obtains Defense Verdict
Quinn McCusker of Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding’s New Jersey office received a no cause/defense verdict for his client after a jury trial in Essex County, New Jersey. The plaintiff fell on interior stairs in an apartment building owned by our client. The 55 year old union insulator suffered a closed fracture of the right… Read More ❯
Jacqui Campbell Named Partner
Jacqueline Campbell has been named a partner at Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding. Ms. Campbell, who practices in the firm’s Philadelphia office, focuses her practice on the defense of commercial vehicle, construction accident and general casualty matters. She handles all aspects of litigation in significant matters, including jury trial and appellate work. Ms. Campbell also works… Read More ❯
FHMS Recognized at Client Conference
FHMS received a number of awards at Westfield’s annual Defense Days meeting. Bill Thrall received an award for his creative case resolution of a Westfield matter Greg Hirtzel and John Sparks were recognized for their work with the Blue Ocean think tank, with Sparks named Blue Ocean “MVP” for collaboration and issue analysis. Bill Thrall… Read More ❯
Taranto to Speak at CLM Midwest Conference
Damian Taranto, a partner in the Philadelphia office of FHMS will be part of a panel presentation at the Claims Litigation Management’s Mid-West conference. The meeting will be held on June 16th in Chicago. Mr. Taranto will speak on the Impact of Safety Technologies on the Trucking Industry and Claims/ Prevention Analysis. The panel includes… Read More ❯
Fowler Presents Webinar for CLM
Joe Fowler, managing partner of Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding presented a webinar on May 3rd for The Claims and Litigation Management Alliance. The webinar, presented with Cara Wright from Zurich North America, was titled, An Overview of the Transportation Industry’s Injury of Choice This year: Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) and Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome… Read More ❯
Sparks Speaks at CLM Conference
John Sparks of FHMS served as a panelist at the Claims Litigation Management Annual Conference, which was held in Nashville. The 2017 CLM Conference was attended by over 2000 people. Mr. Sparks spoke regarding the continuing difficulties in hourly billing issues on a panel entitled, From Adversaries to Allies—How to Use the Billing Process to… Read More ❯
Joe Lynam Joins FHMS as Chief Operating Officer
Joe Lynam has joined FHMS as Chief Operating Officer. Joe has extensive experience working with growing professional service firms. He is a financial and accounting executive with deep and varied expertise in Strategy Development, Human Resource Management, Office Administration, Facilities Management and Marketing. Joe has a broad range of responsibilities at FHMS, including day to… Read More ❯
FHMS Names Fran Lettieri Partner
Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding is pleased to announce that Frances Lettieri has been named a partner with the firm. Ms. Lettieri is a member of the firms Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Department. Her practice involves representing insurers in a broad range of coverage matters, involving both commercial and personal policies. Frances represents firm… Read More ❯
FHMS Supports Support Center for Child Advocates
FHMS supported the efforts of the Support Center for Child Advocates’ Annual Toy Drive. The Support Center for Child Advocates provides legal assistance and social service advocacy for abused and neglected children throughout the Philadelphia area. Each year, they collect and distribute toys for over 1,000 children. We were honored to help make a difference… Read More ❯
FHMS Recognized at Client Conference
FHMS received several awards at the recent Defense Days Conference held by Westfield Insurance at their home office in Ohio. Joe McNulty was recognized with an “OARS” award for his quick and effective resolution of a case with life altering injuries and no liability defense. These awards were based on nominations from senior claims staff…. Read More ❯
Hirtzel Speaks at CLM Claims College
Greg Hirtzel served as an Instructor at the 2016 Claims & Litigation management Alliance Claims College. The conference, held this year in Baltimore. The Claims College is in its 5th year and provides a wide range of educational options for insurance professionals. Those completing the exhaustive program are awarded with the Designation of Certified Claims… Read More ❯
Coverage Group Presents to Erie Insurance
The FHMS Insurance Coverage group presented a seminar entitled Transference of Liability and Risk Management on June 15th, 2016 at the Erie Insurance Allentown office. Department Chair Allan Molotsky, as well as department members Fran Lettieri and Dennis Chow presented, while Lancaster office partner Greg Hirtzel served as moderator. The program was designed to provide… Read More ❯
FHMS Lawyers Named Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
FHMS LAWYERS NAMED SUPER LAWYERS AND RISING STARS Joe Fowler, Greg Hirtzel, and Allan Molotsky were named 2016 Super Lawyers and Andrew Spaulding was named 2016 Rising Star. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research,… Read More ❯
FHMS Attorneys Speak at 2016 Claims and Litigation Management Annual Conference
Joe Fowler, Greg Hirtzel and John Sparks all spoke at the 2016 Claims Litigation Management Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida. The Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) promotes and furthers the highest standards of claims and litigation management and brings together the thought leaders in both industries. CLM’s Members and Fellows include risk and litigation… Read More ❯
Damian Taranto Named Partner At FHMS
Damian Taranto has been named partner at Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding. Mr. Taranto, who practices in the firm’s Philadelphia office, defends product liability, commercial vehicle, general liability and premises matters. His clients include insurance carriers and a wide range of self-insured companies. He received his J.D. from the Temple University School of Law and… Read More ❯
New Address for FHMS Allentown Office
As a result of continued growth, the Allentown office of FHMS is moving to larger offices as of February 29th. The new address is 4949 Liberty Lane, Suite 330, Allentown, Pa. 18106.
Continued Growth at FHMS
Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding is happy to welcome two new associates. Michael Schwartz has joined the Philadelphia office. Mr. Schwartz, who previously practiced with a Philadelphia based regional insurance defense firm, will work in the casualty group. Randy Keiser has joined the firm’s Allentown office where he will represent firm clients in the defense… Read More ❯
FHMS Supports Support Center for Child Advocates
FHMS supported the efforts of the Support Center for Child Advocates’ Annual Toy Drive. The Support Center for Child Advocates provides legal assistance and social service advocacy for abused and neglected children throughout the Philadelphia area. Each year, they collect and distribute toys for over 1,000 children. We were honored to help make a difference… Read More ❯
Matthew Vodzak Joins FHMS In Philadelphia
Matthew D. Vodzak has joined the firm as an associate in its Philadelphia office, where he will work in the firm’s Casualty Department. He previously clerked for the Honorable Victor. P. Stabile of the Pennsylvania Superior Court and served as a law clerk for the 39th Judicial District of the Court of Common Pleas located… Read More ❯
FHMS Receives Recognition at 2015 Westfield Insurance Defense Days
Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding was recognized with multiple awards at the 2015 Westfield Insurance Defense Days which was held in Westfield Center, Ohio in early August. FHMS was one of only two firms receiving the Lighthouse Award for dedication to “Blue Ocean” concepts and in incorporation of the message in the firms web site…. Read More ❯
Allan Molotsky Discusses New Reservation of Rights Case
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently decided the Babcock & Wilcox v. American Nuclear Insurers case, which creates more issues for carriers providing a defense under a Reservation of Rights. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has issued its opinion in this matter, refusing to recognize an insured’s right to decline a defense offered by an insurer under… Read More ❯
Fowler Speaks at CLM Transportation Seminar
Joe Fowler served as the co-course planner for the 2015 Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) Transportation Annual Seminar held in June in Omaha, Nebraska. Joe also spoke on the topic of, Accident Investigation and Litigation: Working with Human Factors Experts.
Hirtzel Speaks on Rapid Response Strategies
Greg Hirtzel spoke on Rapid Response Strategies in Catastrophic Accidents to Innovative Captive Strategies in Cedar Rapids, IA on 4/15/15. The presentation concerned the considerations to be accounted for in dealing with emergency responses to high exposure losses, including client protection, evidence preservation, where to look for the most important data and how to best… Read More ❯
FHMS Recognized as Practice Innovator
Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding was recognized as a smaller firm innovator in a May 12th article in The Legal Intelligencer. The comments appeared in the 3rd article of a series examining the shift in law firm business models in a new age of providing legal services. The article discussed the firms’ program regarding data… Read More ❯
Devon Davis Joins FHMS
Devon Davis has joined Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding as an associate in the firm’s Philadelphia office. Mr. Davis, a former associate at White and Williams and a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Lynne A. Sitarski, Magistrate Judge of the District of New Jersey will focus his practice in the defense of complex commercial,… Read More ❯
Jacqueline Campbell Joins FHMS
Jacqueline Campbell has joined Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding as an associate in the firm’s Philadelphia office. Ms. Campbell will focus her practice on the defense of commercial vehicle, construction accident and general liability claims. She has coordinated investigations and handled all aspects of commercial vehicle litigation from initial pleadings through jury trial and appeal…. Read More ❯
FHMS Lawyers Names 2015 Super Lawyers, Rising Stars
Fowler Hirtzel McNulty & Spaulding are pleased to announce that Joe Fowler, Greg Hirtzel, Joe Bongiovanni and Allan Molotsky have been named 2015 Super Lawyers, and Andrew Spaulding, Mike Socha, Mariel Marsh and Fran Lettieri have been named 2015 Rising Stars. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high… Read More ❯