Mr. Chaise has experience representing clients in both federal and state courts and before arbitral tribunals, involving construction defect litigation, premises liability, construction site accidents, negligent security, professional malpractice, and franchise disputes. He focuses on representing property owners and contractors in the defense of construction accident and construction defect claims. He also defends heating oil distributors against claims involving oil spills and New York’s Navigation Law, ranging from condominiums to individual homeowners. He has handled numerous matters involving multi-million dollar claims against clients, including wrongful death claims arising from alleged negligent security.
Although Mr. Chaise’s practice is litigation-oriented and generally concentrated in New York, he also represents clients in New Jersey. He regularly engages in informal methods of dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration.
Before joining the firm, Mr. Chaise prosecuted and defended disputes involving childcare, entertainment, restaurant hospitality, clothing apparel, and various franchise industries. He provides a spirited defense for his clients with a results-driven and cost-effective approach.
Matters
- Successful appeal of summary judgment denial in construction accident case, where Second Department reversed and granted dismissal, finding that client-property owners were not liable under New York’s Labor Law.
- Successful motion to reargue, where judge reversed his prior decision and denied third-party subcontractor’s motion for summary judgment, maintaining client-contractor’s claims for indemnification.
- Successful motion for preliminary injunction against protestors in case featured in the New York Post and New York Daily News.
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
Memberships & Affiliations
- New York State Bar Association
- Brooklyn Women's Bar Association