Types of Cases

Christopher’s primary focus is on business, tort and employment matters. His background as a plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer, an insurance defense lawyer, business litigator and outside general counsel gives him a unique perspective that facilitates resolution in even the most difficult cases.

Business Torts

Antitrust
Bad Faith in Insurance Contracts and Other Contracts
Tortious Breach of Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing
Breach of fiduciary duty
Computer and Cyberspace Litigation
Civil Conspiracy
Antitrust
Bad Faith in Insurance Contracts and Other Contracts
Tortious Breach of Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing
Breach of fiduciary duty
Computer and Cyberspace Litigation
Civil Conspiracy
Consumer Protection
Conversion
Covenants Not to Compete
Deceptive Advertising
Defamation
Employer—Employee (Master—Servant) Tortious Relationships
Employer liability for injury to employees
Exculpatory Contracts
Fraud and Deceit
Independent Contractors
Interference with Contractual or Business Relations
Intellectual Property
Interference with Prospective Advantage
Interference with Lawful Business
Interference with Employment Relations
Lender Liability
Malicious Prosecution, Malicious Use of Civil Process and Abuse of Process
Negligent Entrustment
Nuisance and Pollution
Trade Secrets
Unfair Competition
Usurpation of Corporate Opportunity
Wrongful Discharge

Personal Injury & Insurance

Injury and Tort
Insurance Coverage
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Wrongful Death
Legal and other Professional Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
Parental Liability For Child's Torts
Assault and Battery
Birth Related Torts
False Imprisonment
Liability for Injury or Damages Caused by Animals
Liability for Motor Vehicle Operations
Premises Liability
Products Liability
Professional negligence and Malpractice
Psychic and Emotional Injury
Trespass to a Person
Ultrahazardous Activities
Toxic Torts

Labor & Employment

Age Discrimination
Americans with Disabilities Act Disputes
Employment Contract and Termination Disputes
Employment Discrimination
Fair Labor Standards Act
Family and Medical Leave Act
Federal Employer's Liability Act
Wage and Hour Disputes
Labor Disputes

Other

Securities and Securities Fraud-related Issues
Construction Litigation
Fee Disputes Among Professionals
Business Dissolution
Contract Disputes
Title IX

““Mr. Ernst mediated a difficult, emotionally charged business dispute involving our firm’s client in 2018. We were impressed by Mr. Ernst’s efficiency in discerning the important issues and his ability to bring the parties to a realistic understanding of the other’s position. Mr. Ernst’s preparation, skill, and commitment helped the parties reach a mutually beneficial settlement in a short amount of time. His experience and expertise as a communicator is exactly what is needed in most mediations.””
— Partner, Chambers USA Rated Law Firm