Crystal I. Bombard-Cutright
Member
Litigation
J.D. West Virginia University
B.A. West Virginia University
Office:
Morgantown, WV
(304) 598-8167
Biography
Crystal “Cris” Bombard-Cutright can tell you a lot about an elbow replacement, deep brain stimulation, geriatric issues, and a variety of other medical issues and surgical procedures. As a litigator who focuses on matters related to healthcare, Cris thrives on connecting the law with the medicine and dives in, becoming a student of the subject and tapping into her natural curiosity in order to learn everything she can to defend her client. Cris works hand in hand with medical experts to develop a defense strategy to help the client choose the most effective route to matter resolution.
Many times, Cris and her colleagues are an extension of in-house legal and risk management teams. In an effort to mitigate risk for her clients, Cris works closely with in-house teams, counseling them on best practices, corrective courses of action, and to help them see risk where they may have a blind spot.
Cris is also called in to handle matters involving injury or fatality in the commercial trucking and transportation industries. This highly regulated industry is governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and Cris advises clients on what to do in case of an accident in order to comply with the ever changing and complex regulations.
Within the law firm, Cris is the Assistant Practice Group Leader for the Professional Liability Group and is active in efforts to train and empower paralegals, with a goal of more effective client service.
Memberships & Awards
Professional
West Virginia State BarDefense Trial Counsel of West VirginiaPhi Beta Kappa, MemberOrder of the CoifUndergraduate summa cum laude, West Virginia University
Key Experience
Successfully defended surgeon at jury trial for malpractice claim involving joint replacement
Defended commercial trucking companies in litigation involving fatalities
Obtained summary judgment for widow of business owner in partnership dispute
Know-How
Alert
Work Experience
2014 Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
2011-2014 Bailey & Glasser, LLP
2010-2011 Summer Associate, Bailey & Glasser, LLP
2009-2010 Summer Associate, Gianola, Barnum, Wigal & London, L.C.
2007-2008 Human Resource Assistant, Keylogic Systems, Inc.
2011-2014 Bailey & Glasser, LLP
2010-2011 Summer Associate, Bailey & Glasser, LLP
2009-2010 Summer Associate, Gianola, Barnum, Wigal & London, L.C.
2007-2008 Human Resource Assistant, Keylogic Systems, Inc.