James L. Haigh Bar Admission: Minnesota, 1978 U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and the Eighth Circuit, 1979 Practice Area: Complex Civil Litigation Insurance Law Malpractice Products Liability and Construction Law Education: University of Illinois, B.A., 1970 University of Southern California, M.A., 1973 William Mitchell College of Law, J.D., 1978 Recognition: Minnesota Law & Politics "SuperLawyers," 2003-2007 AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell Other Professional Activities: Lecturer, Minnesota Institute of Legal Education: "Coverage B in CGL Policies," 1987 and 1992 "Primary, Excess and Other Insurance," 1991 and 1993; "Legal Ethics for the Insurance Defense Attorney," 1994 "Introducing the 1996 ISO/CGL Policy," 1996 "Insurance Coverage Institute," 1997 Lecturer 2003, Clarion Legal: "Historical Analysis of Coverage B in CGL Policies." Lecturer 2004, MDLA Seminar: "Protective Orders" Additional Information: Jim has handled numerous complex cases during his tenure at Cousineau McGuire. He has handled sports law cases, construction cases (for the contractor and the sub-contractor), the defense of architects and engineers in construction cases, malpractice cases for dentists, nurse anesthetists and nursing homes (long term care facilities), product liability cases and coverage issues. Illustrative cases include: Successfully tried product liability case for major water heater manufacturer involving allegations of defective design and manufacture that resulted in a fire. Defended major engineering firm in multi-million dollar case involving cost overruns and performance issues for a waste to energy power plant. Successfully defended a major manufacturer of truck wheels in product liability action for bodily injury involving allegations of defective design and failure to warn. Successfully defended at trial in Federal Court and on appeal manufacturer of anti-lock brake system against allegations of defective design and manufacture. Defended major carrier in case of first impression involving first-party coverage for asbestos removal from commercial apartment buildings. Selected by major carrier for its representation in environmental cases. Jim has been involved with the defense of businesses accused of practices and construction causing water intrusion and mold in homes and commercial buildings. Handled to satisfactory conclusions cases involving wrongful death in long term care facilities. Member: Hennepin County Bar Association Minnesota State Bar Association American Bar Association Defense Research Institute Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association direct dial number: (952) 525-6943 e-mail: jlh@cousineaulaw.com BACK TO ATTORNEY LIST