Cummins, Goodman, Fish, Denley & Vickers, P.C. regularly represents employer-clients in insurance defense, employment law, business disputes, workers’ compensation and OSHA (both state and federal) litigation. We approach litigation comprehensively with the goal of resolving all issues expeditiously. Our clients recognize that effective, aggressive advocacy can often bring about desirable resolutions.

The firm assists employer-clients with the full extent of legal issues facing employers today. This includes preparation of employee handbooks, advice regarding drug testing in the work place, interpreting Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, as well as defending BOLI, wrongful termination, harassment and discrimination claims, and resolving complex business and contract controversies.

Our firm has always enjoyed a reputation as a leader in workers' compensation defense. This focus is especially helpful to clients who must deal with a claimant's bar that has become increasingly specialized. Moreover, successful defense efforts on behalf of one of our clients can often translate into effective positions on behalf of other clients. Our expertise in employment law can also avoid future complications in situations where there may be more exposure than just the workers' compensation claim.

We have been at the forefront of successfully representing clients in OSHA-related matters in Oregon and in other Northwestern states for over 15 years. Such representation can mean helping to prevent problems arising from state or federal agency oversight. Early attorney involvement is particularly critical in more serious and tragic circumstances when litigation is likely to result. We are also active in fighting for evenhanded treatment for all employers in rule making processes and in other legislative arenas.