Weber Gallagher Appoints Scott W. Bermack as General Liability Practice Group Chair

05.09.22

Philadelphia, May 9, 2022 — Weber Gallagher proudly names partner Scott W. Bermack as the firm’s General Liability Practice Group Chair. Bermack is based in Weber Gallagher’s New York office.

Bermack takes the helm of an impactful and diverse team of peer-recognized thought-leaders on the cutting edge of legal developments and litigation strategies. The group handles a wide range of general liability matters, including claims involving construction defects, premises liability, property damage, fire loss, liquor liability/dram shop actions, civil actions arising out of the criminal conduct of third persons, defamation/libel and mass tort actions.

“Scott is a savvy and collaborative attorney who has the depth of experience needed to maintain the high-quality work product from our general liability team,” said Andrew L. Indeck, chairman of Weber Gallagher. “As an outstanding trial lawyer and leader, I know his experience will benefit Weber Gallagher’s general liability practice by ensuring we are addressing our client’s needs and driving the strategic vision of the group to its highest level of success.”

The General Liability Practice Group’s clients include public and private employers, insurers, self-insured entities and third-party administrators, from small businesses to Fortune 100 companies. Weber Gallagher prides itself on the extensive trial skills of the team’s attorneys, all of whom have had experience in handling a variety of high-exposure cases in front of juries in a number of jurisdictions.

"I'm pleased to have been selected to lead the firm’s effective and experienced general liability team as we continue to grow the practice and help our clients achieve their legal and business goals this year and beyond," said Bermack.

Bermack represents clients in civil claims involving product liability, construction and labor law, premises liability, trucking liability and personal injury and professional negligence. He litigates commercial disputes involving land use, banking, shareholder rights and fiduciary breach.

Bermack’s clients include national retailers, trucking companies, automobile manufacturers, medical and legal professionals, self and large retention insureds and liability insurance carriers. He also has experience in prosecuting and defending insurance coverage suits against carriers and insureds.  He has also defended federal class action lawsuits brought under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.

About Weber Gallagher

At Weber Gallagher, lawyers work collaboratively with clients to understand their legal and business needs and develop impactful results for them. The firm encompasses more than 105 legal professionals working interactively across nine offices in the Mid-Atlantic United States. Weber Gallagher provides legal counseling and representation to local, national, and international businesses, financial institutions, and insurance companies.  With a strong commitment to excellent service and innovative solutions, and a dominant reputation, the firm has an exceptional ability to efficiently address clients’ legal and business concerns, distinguishing Weber Gallagher from other law firms. To learn more, visit www.wglaw.com.

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