Case Results

International Defamation – ICC Mediation

State court proceedings stayed to allow for mediation of a defamation claim under the rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Paris. After 12 hours of negotiation, the parties reached a settlement that satisfied all of the client’s stated goals from the beginning of the dispute. The client did not seek monetary damages and ultimately vindicated their good name.

Insurance Bad Faith – Colorado Consumer Protection Act Claim

Clients brought a novel Colorado Consumer Protection Act claim against an insurance company for post-contractual claims handling practices. The defendant insurance company aggressively sought to have the claim dismissed via a motion to dismiss to avoid expansive discovery. The Court denied the motion to dismiss and preserved the possibility of treble damages. 

Commercial Eviction – AI-Generated Counterclaims Dismissed

In a straightforward eviction case (failure to pay rent), the tenant utilized AI to raise five different specious counterclaims. The client’s initial counsel did not have the expertise to handle the matter and referred the case to our firm. Volpe Law filed a motion for judgment on the pleadings a few days before trial and the Court granted the motion, dismissing all counterclaims and avoiding the time and expense of a trial. Additionally, Volpe Law identified a guarantor not initially named in the complaint, convinced the Court to allow a late-stage amendment, and the guarantor ultimately agreed to pay under a settlement agreement.

Retirement Savings Recovery – $300K Mediation Settlement

Clients utilized the discovery process to compel the defendant to mediation. The parties reached settlement during a full-day mediation. The defendant ultimately agreed to pay approximately $300K in settlement. As this sum represented the clients’ retirement savings, they could now enjoy retirement with peace of mind.

Unpaid Invoices – $64K Mediation Settlement

Client filed a complaint seeking approximately $140K in damages for unpaid invoices. Defendants pushed aggressively for mediation. After an intense full-day mediation, the parties agreed to accept $64K in full settlement.

Construction Defect – $285K Settlement

Remodel project involving construction defects and a double payment for countertops. $355,000 in costs of repair and $30,000 double payment at issue. Achieved a $285,000 global settlement.

Pipeline Condemnation – $65K Settlement

Pipeline condemnation action. Secured a $65,000 settlement from a property with less than $5,000 in appraised land value.

Construction Lawsuit Defense – Zero Out-of-Pocket

Client was sued for $500,000. We pursued third-party claims which reimbursed the client for unpaid work. Settlement reached with no money out of the client’s pocket.

Mechanics Lien Foreclosure – Full Invoice Recovery (~$25K)

Mechanics lien foreclosure for welding services. Pushed early written discovery on the owner and contractor, resulting in full reimbursement of the client’s invoice of approximately $25,000.

Mechanics Lien Defense – $45K Counterclaim Win

Client was sued for mechanics lien foreclosure. We flipped the tables with counterclaims and secured $45,000 for the client. No money paid to the contractor on their $20,000 lien claim.

Mountain Home Construction Defect – $155K Settlement

Client sued a construction company for defects in a mountain home. We took the case to arbitration and pushed hard, eventually earning a $155,000 settlement after a lengthy litigation battle.

The Firm – Additional Notable Results

Results achieved by the firm, including former attorneys and legacy matters.

2023 Honorable Mentions

• Successful counsel for development of a new multi-million-dollar veterinary center
• Attorneys’ fees awarded and collected in a partition case
• Ended aggressive prosecution in a nuisance lawsuit with a walk-away settlement before trial

2024 Results

• Million-dollar settlement in a Rule 106 zoning matter
• Successful defense of a construction company ending in settlement
• Successful defense and settlement of a non-disclosure lawsuit
• Successful partnership buyout of a dental practice
• Negotiation of $100,000 settlement in an oil/gas lease fraud case
• Trial win and judgment including six-figure attorneys’ fee award
• Insurance coverage and compensation achieved in a property management security deposit case
• Successful navigation of a partnership buyout for a construction company
• Arbitration victory for client despite low damages award
• Successful easement settlement achieved after grueling negotiation
• Successful settlements in a multi-party HOA dispute
• Successful dispositive motion win in a premises liability case involving allegations of construction defect
• Successful summary judgment (dispositive motion) win