Energy Risk

The attorneys at Grotefeld Hoffmann have a broad understanding of the insurance issues facing the energy sector and related companies. We have successfully handled numerous claims and lawsuits on behalf of energy risk insurers, and have successfully defended insurers in coverage actions related to losses at refineries, chemical plants, natural gas storage facilities, gas and oil drilling and pipeline systems, power plants, and mines. We have also obtained multimillion dollar subrogation recoveries for various insurance clients involving energy risks. Our attorneys’ knowledge of federal and state regulatory guidelines in the energy industry, as well as our experience with prominent industry experts, provides our clients with comprehensive representation at all stages of investigation and litigation.

Grotefeld Hoffmann’s energy risk insurance attorneys recognize that companies in the energy sector face significant challenges that range from pollution liabilities, power outages, explosions, wildfires, and other natural and manmade disasters. Members of our legal team have long been at the forefront of—and have guided—the insurance industry’s response to novel, high-stakes, and complex coverage issues.

At Grotefeld Hoffmann, we understand the potential risks and liabilities of the industry and the associated insurance coverage issues. We also understand the importance of protecting our client’s resources, and develop strategies to achieve effective, efficient results.

A Wealth of Knowledge

Grotefeld Hoffmann’s attorneys have extensive litigation experience and broad knowledge of issues and challenges faced by insurers of the energy industry. With focus on client business goals, our energy litigation attorneys try cases and argue before federal and state courts at both the trial and appellate levels, and before arbitrators and arbitration panels. Our understanding of the nuances and intricacies of the energy industry gives us important insight to apply to solving the unique challenges faced by the industry’s insurers.

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