J.D.
Syracuse University College of Law
Craig received his Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law.
Founding Partner • Mesothelioma & Exposure Investigation
Craig Humpleby
For more than two decades, Craig Humpleby has worked with people and families confronting complicated legal and personal problems. His approach begins with listening—understanding what someone remembers, what they do not, and what questions may still need to be asked.
Biography
Listening first. Understanding the person before the problem
For more than two decades, Craig Humpleby has worked with people and families confronting complicated legal and personal problems. His approach begins with listening—understanding what someone remembers, what they do not, and what questions may still need to be asked.
With mesothelioma, the history may reach back decades. Craig approaches that history with curiosity rather than assumptions, looking at work, family, homes, products and other circumstances that may help explain where asbestos exposure occurred.
Rather than decide what happened first and fit the facts to a theory, Craig separates what is known, what may be possible, and what still needs proof. Small details can create leads; records, historical context and investigation can confirm or disprove them.
When asbestos bankruptcy trusts become relevant, Craig understands how to navigate the complex web of trusts, companies, products and historical evidence as part of the larger picture.
B.S.
Drexel University
Craig received his Bachelor of Science from Drexel University.
How Craig approaches a difficult history
Start with uncertainty. Follow the evidence
Listen before concluding
The first useful fact may be a job, a parent’s occupation, a home renovation, a product, or a memory that initially seems unimportant.
Separate fact from possibility
A lead is not proof. The work is to test memories against records, historical context, products, companies and other available evidence.
Use the right person at the right time
Investigation can involve family members, coworkers, records, outside experts and other lawyers. The goal is not to force one theory, but to understand what the evidence supports.