Pope McGlamry, a prominent Georgia law firm specializing in civil litigation, recovered under quantum meruit to have Suntrust Banks, Inc. indemnify Sandra Jansky for the fees and costs associated with the successful defense of Suntrust’s counterclaim.
Pope McGlamry successfully defended Sandra Jansky, former Chief Credit Officer of Suntrust Banks, Inc., against Suntrust’s counterclaim seeking over $9 million dollars from Ms. Jansky associated with the bank’s restatement of earnings. Following the grant of summary judgment on Suntrust’s claims, Pope McGlamry sought to have Suntrust indemnify Ms. Jansky for the fees and costs associated with the defense. The United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia granted plaintiff’s request under a theory of quantum meruit, and directed Suntrust to pay Mrs. Jansky for not only the fees and expenses associated with the defense, but also for the fees and expenses related to the indemnity enforcement action. The total amount awarded exceeded $280,000.00.
About Pope McGlamry
Pope McGlamry, a group of Georgia trial attorneys with offices in Atlanta and Columbus, GA, is a recognized leader in the field of civil litigation. The firm specializes in business litigation, insurance litigation, and class actions suits. The firm specializes in wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases, particularly those involved with products liability or motor carrier liability. The firm has offices in Atlanta and Columbus, Georgia, and maintains a regional and national practice. For additional information, visit www.popemcglamry.com.
