Practice Areas

Child Sexual Abuse Survivors

Commitment to Justice for Survivors

Chad A. Bowers has been involved in a number of serious cases against religious and other institutions, including an award of nearly $10 million for several survivors more than 20 years ago. He has brought claims involving numerous other institutions and has represented survivors in matters involving the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Catholic dioceses, Jehovah’s Witnesses, The Salvation Army, the Boy Scouts of America, other religious denominations, individual perpetrators, schools, athletic teams, sports associations and other youth-serving organizations.

Chad’s work in this field began more than two decades ago, alongside attorneys who helped develop this area of law through years of litigation and legislative work. Over the course of his career, he and the attorneys with whom he has worked have represented thousands of plaintiffs from across the country. He has seen firsthand the devastating and lifelong effects of childhood sexual abuse.

Many survivors do not tell their stories for years, and laws governing the time to bring claims against institutions and individuals continue to change. Every survivor has an individual path in dealing with the consequences of abuse. The office welcomes inquiries from people considering their options and is honored to discuss how it may be able to help.

Defective Products

Injuries Caused by Automotive and Other Defective Products

Chad A. Bowers has represented clients who suffered catastrophic injuries involving defective products. He has represented clients in actions against nearly all major automotive manufacturers and a number of automotive suppliers.

The practice has included claims involving Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Goodyear Tire and Rubber, Chrysler, Bridgestone, Subaru, Polaris, BMW and other vehicle and parts suppliers and manufacturers. Chad has also represented people injured by defective products and devices outside the automotive industry. Product-defect cases are often expensive, technical and complex, requiring specialized investigation and proof.

Wrongful Death and Catastrophic Injuries

Whether caused by a product defect, automobile accident, homeowner liability or other conduct, catastrophic injuries and wrongful death raise issues that require specialized experience. Chad has represented individuals who suffered catastrophic injuries and family members of people who died as a result of negligent, reckless or intentional conduct by another person or corporation.

Medical care, future expenses, Medicare, medical liens and taxes can substantially affect what remains from a settlement or recovery. Before resolving a catastrophic injury or wrongful-death claim, clients and families need the information necessary to understand the financial consequences and the resources available for future care.

Trucking and Automotive Accidents

Additional Experience

Chad’s background includes early exposure to the trucking transportation industry and the records used to investigate commercial vehicle cases, including manifests, tax and fuel records, bills of lading and driver logs. That perspective has informed his work on trucking matters in state and federal courts.

Automobile accidents can cause injuries that are not immediately apparent. The office has represented accident victims in claims involving medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and other losses.