Beharbehar

BeharBehar has built its reputation by providing clients with practical and effective legal counsel. We stay true to our roots - representing primarily local and national insurance carriers and their insureds in all aspects of litigation. BeharBehar is a Florida law firm comprised of prominent attorneys dedicated to serving insurance companies, their insureds, and private clients with an integrated array of professional services. Working together as a coordinated team, we use a sophisticated legal approach that shuns the bureaucracy often associated with larger firms and emphasizes effective, cost-efficient representation. With offices in Fort Lauderdale and Tampa, our Firm is geographically prepared to handle matters throughout the State of Florida.

We represent insurance carriers in the defense of claims against their insureds' commercial policies, including Commercial Litigation, Errors & Omissions and Directors & Officers Liability, Labor & Employment, Premises Liability, Products Liability and Professional Liability. We also provide legal services directly to insurance carriers in the areas of policy drafting and analysis, continuing education and risk management, coverage opinions and litigation, and first party property claims. Each of our practice areas is structured to interact seamlessly and respond to a wide range of legal contingencies.

Practice Areas

Appellate Practice

Our attorneys handle appeals in all the Florida District Courts of Appeal, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeal and the Florida Supreme Court. We represent State agencies in their appeals of insurance related litigation, and clients in appeals of matters in all of our substantive practice areas.

Commercial Litigation

The Firms Commercial Litigation Group represents small local businesses as well as large multinational entities in all aspects of commercial matters. Our practice is focused on the defense of companies involved in commercial disputes, including nationwide and international commercial collections, contract disputes, unfair competition, trade secret law and business torts. We also specialize in claims arising from the ownership of property, including appraisal and tax appeals before local governments and boards.

Construction Law

Our Construction Law practice focuses on disputes related to construction projects, including contract disputes, defects in materials and workmanship, delay claims, and surety bond issues. We have extensive experience in representing contractors, property owners, and construction managers in all stages of litigation and arbitration.

Continuing Education Seminars

We offer Continuing Education Seminars to insurance professionals, focusing on topics such as risk management, coverage opinions, and litigation strategies. These seminars provide valuable insights and practical advice to help insurance professionals navigate complex legal issues.

Director and Officer Liability

Our Director and Officer Liability practice handles claims against corporate officers and directors for alleged breaches of duty, including negligence, fraud, and breach of fiduciary duty. We represent these individuals in both state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings.

First Party Practice

We provide legal services directly to insurance carriers in the areas of first party property claims, including property damage, fire, flood, and theft. Our attorneys have extensive experience in handling these types of claims from initial investigation through final resolution.

General Liability and Casualty

Our General Liability and Casualty practice covers a wide range of claims, including personal injury, property damage, and casualty claims. We represent insurance carriers in defending these claims and provide legal services directly to clients in matters involving general liability and casualty.

Government Liability

We represent State agencies in their appeals of insurance related litigation and clients in appeals of matters in all of our substantive practice areas. Our Government Liability practice includes claims against government entities for alleged negligence, constitutional violations, and statutory violations.

Insurance Law and Coverage

Our Insurance Law and Coverage practice focuses on policy drafting and analysis, coverage opinions, and litigation. We advise insurance carriers on coverage issues, policy interpretations, and the implications of new laws and regulations on insurance policies.

Insurer Insolvency

We handle matters related to insurer insolvency, including claims against insolvent insurance companies, receivership proceedings, and the defense of claims against liquidators and receivers.

Intellectual Property

Our Intellectual Property practice includes patent, trademark, and copyright litigation, as well as trade secret and unfair competition cases. We represent clients in all stages of litigation and arbitration.

Labor & Employment Litigation

We handle employment-related disputes, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and wage and hour claims. Our attorneys represent employers in state and federal courts and in arbitration proceedings.

Long Term Care Legal Claims Management & Litigation

Our Long Term Care Legal Claims Management & Litigation practice focuses on disputes related to long-term care facilities, including claims of negligence, abuse, and breach of contract. We represent these facilities in both state and federal courts.

Premises Liability

Our Premises Liability practice covers claims against property owners for alleged negligence, including slip and fall accidents, inadequate security, and property damage. We represent insurance carriers in defending these claims and provide legal services directly to clients in matters involving premises liability.

Products Liability

We handle claims against manufacturers and distributors for alleged defects in products, including design and manufacturing defects. Our attorneys represent these entities in state and federal courts and in arbitration proceedings.

Professional Liability & Errors and Omissions

Our Professional Liability & Errors and Omissions practice includes claims against professionals such as lawyers, doctors, and accountants for alleged malpractice or errors in their professional services. We represent these professionals in both state and federal courts and in arbitration proceedings.