Business Details
Civil Litigation Attorneys in Houston
Lapidus Knudsen PC is a civil trial firm representing insurance companies, insureds, businesses, and individuals across Texas in both state and federal courts. Our firm specializes in handling a broad range of insurance disputes, coverage issues, first and third party claims, and complex litigation involving trucking accidents, fraud investigations, and property liability. With offices in Houston, Austin, and Dallas, we combine extensive trial experience with a commitment to proactive, cost-effective representation. Our attorneys have collectively tried over 300 cases to verdict, ensuring clients receive strategic legal guidance tailored to their specific needs.We prioritize clear communication, budget management, and timely reporting while maintaining the aggressive advocacy necessary for successful case resolution. Our team's deep understanding of scientific, medical, and technical concepts allows us to effectively challenge expert testimony and present complex information in accessible terms to juries. Through decades of combined experience, we provide comprehensive legal solutions for personal injury defense, product liability, commercial litigation, and insurance coverage disputes.
Services
Personal Injury Defense
Product Liability
Property & Casualty
Trucking Litigation
Insurance Coverage
Commercial Litigation
Subrogation Claims
Appeals Practice
Highlights and features
- We have tried over 300 cases to verdict in Texas courts
- Our attorneys combine technical expertise with courtroom experience
- We provide cost-effective solutions for complex legal disputes
- Our team handles cases from commencement to conclusion
- We maintain offices in Houston, Austin, and Dallas for statewide coverage
Services
Personal Injury Defense
Our attorneys defend personal injury claims with a sophisticated understanding of medical and technical evidence. We challenge expert testimony to ensure scientific reliability while presenting complex information in accessible terms to juries. Our approach combines aggressive advocacy with strategic case management from initial pleadings through trial and appeal.
Product Liability
We represent manufacturers and suppliers in product liability lawsuits involving claims of defective products. Our experience includes handling complex cases with serious injuries, focusing on technical analysis and expert witness challenges. We provide comprehensive defense strategies for both local and national product defect claims under various insurance policies.
Insurance Coverage
Our practice includes prosecuting and defending declaratory judgment actions related to insurance coverage issues. We handle complex disputes between insureds and insurers, addressing coverage triggers, policy exclusions, and subrogation rights. Our team provides strategic guidance for primary, excess, and reinsurance matters.
Trucking Litigation
We defend motor carriers and drivers in truck accident litigation with deep industry knowledge and transportation law expertise. Our services include handling serious injury and death claims, regulatory compliance matters, and liability disputes. We provide tailored representation for regional and national trucking companies.
Commercial Litigation
Our firm handles business litigation matters including breach of contract, fraud claims, and commercial disputes. We represent clients in state and federal courts with a focus on efficient resolution through litigation, mediation, or arbitration while maintaining aggressive advocacy for our clients' interests.
People
Mark Lapidus
Attorney
Mark Lapidus specializes in personal injury defense, product liability, and trucking litigation. With extensive trial experience, he handles complex cases involving fire origin investigations and expert witness challenges across Texas state and federal courts.
Megan Knudsen
Attorney
Megan Knudsen has twenty years of experience in personal injury defense, bad faith litigation, and employment law matters. She handles cases from inception through trial, with a focus on efficient case management and strategic legal solutions for insurance and business clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Lapidus Knudsen specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation with focus areas including personal injury defense, product liability, insurance coverage disputes, trucking litigation, and commercial litigation across Texas.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have collectively tried over 300 cases to verdict in Texas state and federal courts, with decades of combined experience in complex litigation matters.
What makes your firm different from other law firms?
We combine technical expertise with aggressive courtroom advocacy, maintaining offices in three major Texas cities while providing personalized attention to every case.
Do you handle cases outside Texas?
While our primary focus is Texas courts, we have experience handling interstate trucking cases and can assist with multi-jurisdictional matters through strategic partnerships.
How do you approach complex legal challenges?
We employ a strategic approach combining scientific analysis, expert witness examination, and clear communication to develop effective legal strategies for each case.
