Navigating Insurance Claims: Tips for Policyholders and Best Practices for Adjusters

Paul Motz is a seasoned trial lawyer based in Segal McCambridge’s Chicago office, specializing in complex commercial and tort litigation. With a focus on product liability, catastrophic personal injury, medical malpractice, and more, Paul consistently delivers outstanding results for his clients. His extensive experience includes multi-district litigation (MDL) cases, labor and employment matters, insurance coverage disputes, patent conflicts, and breach of contract issues.

Known for his aggressive litigation style and meticulous witness preparation, Paul ensures his clients are well-equipped to navigate any legal challenge. His courtroom prowess is demonstrated by his track record of successfully trying high-exposure cases across the country. Additionally, Paul is often sought after by clients facing significant exposure to participate in mock trials, and he frequently shares his expertise as a speaker on trial strategy and litigation tactics. Paul earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law and holds a B.A. in political science and communication from DePaul University.

Julie has extensive experience representing insurance carriers in bad faith and coverage disputes. She has tried several coverage and bad faith lawsuits to verdict. While Julie’s practice tends to focus on first party property damage claims and disputes, she also counsels clients on issues involving various coverage lines including auto liability, commercial liability, and E&O insurance.

Michelle Burton is Managing Partner of Burton Kelley, LLP. Her decades of experience include complex coverage analysis, successful trial and appellate work, as well as client training in a range of subjects. Before forming Burton Kelley, she ran the successful practice of Shoecraft Burrton LLP for sixteen years, where she mentored Ms. Kelley. Ms. Burton has long-term clients who appreciate her tireless dedication to serving their legal needs and delivering consistently excellent legal results.