John M. Sandberg

Biography

Cases

• Won a defense verdict for a hospital following an eight-day jury trial in Missoula, Montana.
• Won a pro bono victory in the Colorado Court of Appeals for a mother fighting to maintain her relationship with her son after the child's father suddenly attempted to relocate with him out of state.
• Served as second-chair for the defense in a complex medical malpractice trial with more than $100 million in claimed damages. John cross-examined the plaintiff and performed direct and cross-examinations of all damages experts. Prior to trial, John argued motions for summary judgment on behalf of the firm's clients, as well as Daubert and other pre-trial evidentiary motions.
• Represented an energy services company as second chair in a multimillion dollar personal injury trial involving claims of disability and permanent impairment following a workplace injury. Cross-examined the plaintiff's medical experts, conducted direct examination of a corporate representative, and argued for the client during the jury instruction conference.
• Won motion to dismiss legal malpractice claims brought against a Colorado criminal defense attorney. Drafted the motion and supporting briefs and secured dismissal before incurring any discovery fees, just months after the case was filed.
• Represented a medical device retailer as second chair in a medical malpractice trial in Colorado involving allegations of malpractice during a cosmetic facial laser procedure. Delivered opening statements and cross-examined the plaintiff's primary medical expert.
• Successfully represented a private couple as lead counsel in a bench trial involving trespass and property damage claims resulting in thousands of dollars in destroyed personal property.
• Co-authored a winning appellate answer brief for a financial services company in a forcible entry and detainer proceeding.

Other Experience

Legal Memberships, Activities, and Honors

Personal Interests