Since its formation over 30 years ago, Coddington, Hicks & Danforth has been one the premier firms representing many of the largest insurance companies in California and the nation. Our attorneys provide skilled counseling and representation in the following areas:
Insurance Bad Faith
We defend insurance companies against claims and class actions for first party and third party bad faith and extra-contractual damages. These disputes arise in a wide array of factual contexts and involve a diverse range of insurance policies and coverages, including commercial general liability, property and casualty, aviation, products liability, and personal lines. For additional information on the services we provide, see insurance bad faith.
Insurance Counseling
We assist insurers in developing best business practices. We draft policy and procedure guidelines and train claims personnel. We represent them in their dealings with the Department of Insurance, including defending their interests in administrative proceedings, compliance inquiries, and market conduct examinations. In addition, we monitor and direct all aspects of litigation. For more information on our counseling services, see insurance counseling.
Insurance Coverage
Our firm assists insurance companies in all types of insurance coverage matters, including reviewing and interpreting policy language, resolving claims, assisting with claims denials, and assisting in coverage litigation. The coverage issues we address involve a wide variety of insurance policies, including commercial insurance, aviation insurance, property and casualty, professional liability, and personal lines. For additional information on our coverage services, see insurance coverage.
Representing Insured Parties
We also represent individuals and businesses in claims involving coverage issues and disputes. These include claims under first party and third party commercial and personal lines of coverage.