- Jackson Kelly PLLC (2011-Present)
- Taylor, Thompson & Brannon, PLLC (2005-2010)
- Stites & Harbison (1995-2005)
Bio
Jane has handled a wide range of litigation matters for a number of the nation’s largest businesses, including auto and trucking accidents, premises liability, homeowner’s liability, equine mortality insurance, professional liability insurance for nursing homes and resident care facilities, along with many other claims covered by insurance policies.
Jane also handles Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Fair Credit Reporting Act litigation matters statewide for one of the nation’s largest consumer credit reporting agencies.
When it comes to handling thorny issues, Jane’s more than 30 years of litigation experience makes her a wise choice. Thanks to her careful analysis and thorough opinions to insurers and other commercial clients, she has exceled within her practice. Jane continues to demonstrate she is an asset to the Jackson Kelly team and to the clients she represents.
Education
- University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 1995)
- Transylvania University (B.A., 1992)
Admissions
- Kentucky (1995)
- Supreme Court of the United States (2000)
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (2000)
- District of Kentucky (1998)
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1996)
Notable Legal Experience
Litigation Experience
- Auto and trucking accidents
- Premises liability
- Homeowner’s liability
- Equine mortality insurance
- Common law bad faith claims
- Violations of the Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Act
- Professional liability insurance for nursing homes and resident care facilities
- Asserted and defended numerous motions for declaratory judgment on complex coverage issues, including scope of employment and application of laws of other states
- Defense under of ERISA claims for benefits under health and disability policies for a variety of carriers
- Fair Debt Collection Practices Act litigation
- Fair Credit Reporting Act litigation
Work History
Professional Organizations
- American Bar Associations
- Kentucky County Bar Association
- Fayette County Bar Association
Community
- March of Dimes – Served as the Ambassador Family in 2007 and has been recognized as a Top Walker for fundraising for three years
- Bluegrass Rape Crisis Center, Board of Directors (1998-2006)
Awards
- Martindale-Hubbell: AV Preeminent Rating
Speaking Engagements & Publications
- National Business Institute, Continuing Legal Education Seminars
- Professional Education Systems, Inc., Insurance Coverage, Defense and Bad Faith
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