Marine & Energy
Fields Howell provides legal counsel and defense in maritime and energy-related insurance claims. Our attorneys represent insurers in complex matters involving injury, loss of income, and operational risks across both sectors. With deep experience in admiralty law and energy-specific coverage, we help clients navigate high-stakes claims on land, at sea, and offshore.
Comprehensive Coverage Counsel from Port to Platform
Marine and energy claims often involve layered exposures, regulatory challenges, and high-value disputes. At Fields Howell, our maritime liability practice encompasses a full range of claims, including those brought under the Death on the High Seas Act, the Jones Act, and general maritime law. We regularly defend against claims for maintenance and cure, personal injury, and wrongful death, whether the incident occurred at sea, at port, or during transit. Our approach balances strategic advocacy with cost-effective claim resolution.
In the energy sector, we advise insurers on a broad array of coverage issues involving both onshore and offshore risks. This includes loss of production income, extra expense provisions, knock-for-knock indemnity agreements, and business interruption clauses tied to operational downtime. We help underwriters interpret policy terms in the face of catastrophic events, equipment failure, or liability disputes involving contractors and subcontractors.
Fields Howell is also called upon to defend insurers in complex coverage disputes stemming from denied claims in the marine and energy markets. Whether the matter involves overlapping indemnity agreements, unclear policy triggers, or allocation of damages between insured parties, our attorneys deliver focused, technically sound counsel. We understand the high dollar amounts, regulatory scrutiny, and cross-border implications that often accompany these claims, and we provide clarity and defense when our clients need it most.