Denson, Christopher B.

Category: Business

Review: Fax:(304) 624-8183 Chris.Denson@Steptoe-Johnson.com

Description: Chris Denson concentrates his practice in the areas of general litigation, insurance coverage and extra-contractual defense, personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, property damage claims and construction law. Mr. Denson’s practice involves reviewing insurance policies, researching insurance coverage issues, drafting coverage opinions, representing clients in coverage disputes, representing clients in "bad faith” or other extra-contractual claims. Mr. Denson also represents clients in fraud and arson cases involving insurance matters. Mr. Denson has handled examinations under oath, claim evaluations, and settlement negotiations. Mr. Denson has represented businesses and individuals in the construction industry with insurance issues. Mr. Denson’s practice also includes construction litigation, including negligent construction and breach of contract claims. Mr. Denson has briefed and argued appeals before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

Insurance coverage
Insurance Bad Faith
Claim handling
UM/UIM coverage
Arson and fraud
Insurance defense
Personal injury
Premises liability
Property damage
Wrongful death
Product liability
Construction
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1999 Steptoe & Johnson

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Young Lawyers Section, West Virginia State Bar
Harrison County Bar Association
Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia
INDUSTRY/ CIVIC MEMBERSHIPS

President, Harrison County Student Achievement Board
Co-Chair, Construction Division, United Way of Harrison County