Austin Insurance Dispute Attorney


The civil litigation firm of Shaw Cowart LLP handles all sides of insurance coverage disputes and litigation, defending the interests of insurance company clients as well as representing employers and businesses in disputes with insurers.

Our team of highly skilled and highly determined Austin business litigation lawyers provides insurance litigation representation in Texas and throughout the nation. We have successfully resolved hundreds of insurance disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation to achieve cost-effective results for clients. We do our best to prevent costly litigation, but we will not hesitate to pursue justice through the court system when it is necessary or prudent for our clients.

Austin Insurance Dispute Litigation Attorney

Our attorneys can knowledgeably address the nuances of various types of insurance policies and the resulting conflicts between insurers and insureds. We have experience with:

  • Auto accident insurance (first-party liability and uninsured/underinsured motorist)
  • Homeowners insurance
  • Workers’ compensation
  • Personal injury and tort
  • Medical malpractice
  • Professional malpractice
  • Labor insurance
  • Employment insurance

Other insurance disputes that may lead to litigation include fraudulent claims, exaggerated claims for damages, ambiguous policy language, competing interpretations, primary/secondary insurance liability and lapse in coverage (due to non-payment/late payment or insurer clerical error).

Austin insurance dispute lawyer

Experienced Austin Insurance Dispute Attorneys

Our firm frequently assists insurance providers in Texas and nationwide in seeking resolution of coverage discrepancies. We will carefully examine the policy and determine the amount warranted to the policyholder, and we will state the facts in a well-drafted opinion letter. After submitting the letter, we will work through arbitration and mediation to develop the settlement that will protect the insurance company’s interests. Shaw Cowart LLP‘s insurance defense lawyers have the reputation of always seeking what is best for their clients.

We offer a full palette of legal services to insurance companies, both in and out of court. This includes claim management, apportionment, coverage opinion letters, and resolution of coverage and subrogation disputes. We also defend insurers in civil litigation in state and federal courts, including declaratory judgments, liability litigation, tort litigation and appeals.

We also regularly represent businesses and employers in disputes with their insurance providers, from coverage disputes and policy interpretations to litigation over refusal to defend or failure to settle claims.

In addition to our skilled team of insurance litigation defense lawyers, we provide a team of highly educated and knowledgeable expert witnesses to solidify the successful litigation of each case.

Contact An Austin Business Dispute Lawyer Today

Contact us online or call Shaw Cowart LLP in Austin, Texas at 512-499-8900 for a free consultation to discuss your case and the best strategy for a successful outcome. We look forward to partnering with you to protect your company’s interests.