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This week's "Nothing But The Truth” podcast we're thrilled to welcome Michele Schamberger, who wears two hats in the legal world: Onsite Director for Trial Lawyers of Mass Torts and owner of Plaintiffs Gambit! Michele will be diving deep into her unique experience and expertise, discussing: ▷ The intricacies of being an Onsite Director ▷ How Plaintiffs Gambit empowers trial lawyers ▷ Insights for navigating the logistics of the ever-evolving legal landscape Don't miss this episode if you're a trial lawyer looking to up your game or simply curious about the inner workings of mass tort litigation and how she aid's law firm's when catering to clients. With your Hosts Former Prosecutors and Criminal Defense Attorneys Robert Bianchi, Esq. & David Bruno, Esq. #TrialLawyers #MassTorts #LegalStrategy #PlaintiffsGambit #Podcast #LawRadio
Morrison Foerster Investigations + White Collar Defense partner Nate Mendell, former Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts, hosted the fourth episode of When Your Life Sciences Are on the Line, where leading practitioners and thought leaders share the insights and advice needed to manage business and legal risk in the life sciences sector. In this episode, Nate spoke with Julie Park, Managing Partner of Morrison Foerster's San Diego office whose practice is focused on product lifecycle and mass torts. Julie and Nate talk about product liability risks for life sciences companies, particularly in connection with the use of artificial intelligence in medical devices. Nate and Julie also discuss potential sources of liability for companies driving these innovations, as well as strategies for avoiding unwanted scrutiny from enforcers and the plaintiffs' bar. In addition to sharing what safeguards can protect your business when bringing new technology to market, Nate and Julie address what is necessary to manage a crisis in the event that product liability litigation presents itself.
In our second episode in our spotlight series focused on celebrating diversity, GILTI Conscience's David Farhat and Stefane Victor are joined by colleagues Brian Breheny and Jordan Schwartz for an earnest dialogue on DEI in big law. The guests discuss some of the challenges they faced as gay professionals, including their experiences coming out at work and questions they faced, as well as their efforts to advocate for diversity in the workplace and embrace its importance.
In a world obsessed with the big picture, discover how one consultant's passion for deconstructing complex challenges into smaller, manageable pieces redefines success in the realm of legal consulting and mass tort litigation. Join us for an exceptional episode of the Heart of Law as our experienced host, Mirena Umizaj, sits down with Crystal Utley, founder, and CEO of Bespoke Consulting and Capital, to explore her transformative professional journey from the healthcare industry to spearheading one of the most influential legal administrations in mass torts and personal injury. Together, they explore the intricacies of litigation finance, operational strategies, and the evolving landscape of mass torts to shed light on the innovative solutions driving efficiency and justice in the legal realm. At the forefront of Bespoke Consulting and Capital, Crystal Utley has carved a distinguished path as an executive with over two decades of experience spanning the health and legal sectors. Beginning her journey as a nurse practitioner, she made a pivotal transition to the legal industry, where she specialized in reviewing complex tobacco cases. In 2010, her expertise garnered even greater recognition when she was entrusted with establishing a medical review team for the 9/11 World Trade Center First Responders settlement. Guided by her leadership, she assembled a team of 60 nurses, created an innovative review platform, instituted stringent processes, and set up a comprehensive quality control system that enabled plaintiff attorneys to effectively settle cases through the special master. Building on this success, Crystal embraced leadership roles to revitalize underperforming teams, eventually guiding her company's mass tort division to unprecedented heights, where she managed over 300 employees. In 2022, Crystal founded Bespoke Consulting and Capital, where she continues to break new ground as the CEO, spearheading fundraising, strategic initiatives, and client development. As they begin their insightful exchange, Mirena delves into Crystal's profound transition to the legal profession, a decision deeply influenced by her extensive involvement in child abuse cases as a pediatric nurse practitioner. This unique vantage point enabled Crystal to collaborate closely with law enforcement and attorneys, leveraging her medical expertise to elucidate the nature of injuries, thus aiding legal professionals in understanding the complexities of each case. Crystal's enthusiasm for unraveling complex medical conditions for legal purposes ignited her intellectual curiosity, leading her to ponder the broader applications of her skills within the legal sphere. Mirena, intrigued, probes further into what aspects of the legal world captivated Crystal. In response, Crystal reflects on her fascination with deconstructing complex concepts into manageable components, illustrating her systematic approach to understanding and solving problems by operationalizing theoretical concepts into practical actions. As the dialogue progresses, Mirena delves into the intricacies of the mass torts industry, seeking Crystal's insights on the obstacles and opportunities that define this complex field. In response, Crystal emphasizes the challenges posed by the current state of technology and data handling in the sector, underscoring the industry's urgent need for innovation and improvement to overcome these inherent bottlenecks. Mirena concurs, adding her perspective on the operational struggles within the legal industry, emphasizing how inefficiencies and a lack of evolved business practices significantly impact client retention and litigation outcomes. As the conversation deepens, Mirena steers the discussion toward the foundation of Bespoke Consulting and Capital, prompting Crystal to recount how a pivotal conversation with a colleague, discussing the financial struggles of firms, sparked the idea to leverage her background to facilitate change. Crystal further highlights that the essence of Bespoke's achievements isn't merely the financial resources they've garnered but, more significantly, the team she's built. Echoing Crystal's sentiment, Mirena acknowledges the paramount importance of team dynamics, reinforcing the belief that while achieving success is rewarding, the journey with like-minded individuals is invaluable. As the conversation wraps up, Mirena shifts the focus to Crystal, inquiring about Bespoke's business model and ideal client profile. Crystal explains that their ideal client is "someone we can help, who seeks more than just financial assistance but a partnership." She highlights Bespoke's commitment to crafting tailored solutions through detailed analysis, focusing on the significance of supporting back-office operations for growth and success. Crystal notes that while they prefer early-stage firms, they are open to firms at any stage, whether they're just starting, expanding, or facing challenges. Thus, as the episode ends, she leaves listeners with a motivating thought, declaring that the "sky is the limit" for anyone ready to contribute to this challenging yet rewarding field, stressing the need for innovative solutions beyond legal expertise to foster justice and support.
How does the heart of a retired judge continue to impact the legal profession through alternative means? In this thought-provoking episode of The Heart of Law, join our perceptive host, Mirena Umizaj, as she welcomes the Honorable Judge Randa Trapp to explore her inspiring transition from the San Diego Superior Court to her new role as a neutral with Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services (JAMS). Together, they discuss the importance of diversity in the legal sector and the transformative power of victim narratives in forging a more personalized path toward justice and healing. From the disciplined decks of the U.S. Navy to the esteemed bench of the San Diego County Superior Court, Judge Randa Trapp's career epitomizes a journey of resilience, dedication, and unparalleled service. As an alumna of San Jose State University and a respected veteran of the U.S. Navy, her formative experiences laid a robust foundation for her illustrious legal career. This relentless dedication propelled her into a prestigious role as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of San Diego School of Law, where she spent nearly two decades mentoring the future generation of legal professionals. Subsequently, her appointment to the San Diego County Superior Court by Governor Gray Davis in 2003 marked a significant milestone in her career, as she became the third-ever African American female judge to grace the bench of the third-largest court in the United States. Following her retirement in March 2021, Judge Randa Trapp continues to influence the legal landscape through her work with JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide. As the episode unfolds, Judge Randa Trapp takes a moment to reflect on her circuitous professional journey, emphasizing that her path to the legal sector was anything but linear. Starting her adult life in the tumultuous sixties without professional role models to guide her, she embarked on her undergraduate studies with aspirations of becoming a pharmacist. However, her career trajectory underwent a significant transformation when she paused her academic pursuits to serve in the Navy, an experience she acknowledges as pivotal in shaping her personal development and igniting her passion to effect positive change in the world. Motivated by this newfound purpose, she transitioned to studying political science and eventually made her way to Georgetown University Law Center. Embracing her journey's unique twists and turns, she often shares her story to inspire young individuals contemplating a future in law, emphasizing the importance of keeping an open mind because "the law is multifaceted." As the conversation deepens, Mirena probes into Judge Randa Trapp's tenure as a judge, leading her to reflect on this period as a defining highlight of her career. She fondly recalls the tradition of starting every jury trial with a flag ceremony to instill reverence and set the tone for the justice process that lay ahead. Shifting the discussion toward diversity within the legal sector, Mirena explores Judge Randa Trapp's commitment to promoting inclusivity within African American and broader minority communities. Judge Randa Trapp elaborates on her active engagement in these communities, emphasizing its significance in enabling young children of color to envision themselves in similar roles of influence, thereby nurturing their aspirations and dreams. Furthermore, she underscores the importance of establishing a judiciary diverse in gender, sexual orientation, and ethnicity to represent the community the court intends to serve authentically. As their conversation draws to a close, Mirena delves into Judge Randa Trapp's seamless transition to JAMS, where her unwavering commitment to justice takes on a new form in the complex field of mass torts. Through her role, she offers a unique platform for victims to share their stories, often for the first time, facilitating a healing process that transcends monetary compensation. Building on this foundation, Judge Randa Trapp further highlights the essential role of mass torts in securing justice for a multitude of aggrieved individuals. She emphasizes that it takes a "special kind of lawyer" to navigate this complex area, underscoring the importance of assembling the right team to ensure that each case receives the attention and advocacy it rightfully deserves. In this vein, Judge Randa Trapp's unwavering dedication to meaningful impact, underscores a deep commitment to justice and healing, cementing her as an indispensable figure in the legal community and the individuals she serves.
Staying competitive. Embrace innovation. Gain an edge with digital marketing expert Chris Massaro (@massarochris). Over the past decade, Chris has mastered accelerating law firm growth. He leads agency The Search Engine Guys (TSEG) in dominating online presence for over 520 firms. In this episode, Chris moves beyond cost per acquisition, revealing a better measure of marketing ROI. You'll also learn how investing in a killer intake team can reduce overall costs. And Chris shares a risk-free approach to get “mailbox money” through leveraging existing SEO assets. PIMCon Get your tickets for PIMCon HERE. Links Want to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers? Follow us on social media for more. Rankings.io Instagram Chris Dreyer Instagram Rankings.io Twitter Rankings.io Website Chris Massaro LinkedIn TSEG Website The Mass Tort Alliance Website Chris Massaro Instagram TSEG X What's in This Episode: Who is Chris Massaro? For lawyers looking to invest in mass torts, what approach does he recommend? For lawyers with smaller budgets, what is a good starting point and path to grow? How lawyers can optimize Google Ads (LSA) to get the best results. Past Guests Past guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert Additional Episodes You Might Enjoy 80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good 84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry 101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation 134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend 104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok 63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche 96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source 83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow 73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels
“It's not a perfect system of justice, but it's a pretty effective way to hold the pharmaceutical and medical device industry accountable.” On this week's episode Maria learns all about mass torts from mass tort trial lawyer Robert Hammers. They discuss what it's like to litigate mass tort cases, the best way to invest your money, emerging Ozempic litigation, why the mass tort space attracts so much drama and they decide on the most boring task in the world. Highlights 06:22 Litigating mass torts 09:20 Mass tort drama 21:06 Investing in mass torts Guest Robert Hammers is the founding partner of Hammers Law Firm. He was named to the Top 100 and 40 under 40 for the National Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Hammers presently serves as a leader on a number of complex consolidated mass torts as a member of the plaintiff steering committee. You can get in touch with Rob at https://hammerslawfirm.com Host Maria Monroy (@marialawrank on Instagram) is the Co-founder and President of LawRank, a leading SEO company for law firms since 2013. She has a knack for breaking down complex topics to make them more easily accessible and started Tip the Scales to share her knowledge with listeners like you. _____ LawRank grows your law firm with SEO Our clients saw a 384% increase in first-time calls and a 603% growth in traffic in 12 months. Get your free competitor report at https://lawrank.com/report. Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app Rate us 5 stars on iTunes and Spotify Watch us on YouTube Follow us on Instagram and TikTok
“It's not a perfect system of justice, but it's a pretty effective way to hold the pharmaceutical and medical device industry accountable.” On this week's episode Maria learns all about mass torts from mass tort trial lawyer Robert Hammers. They discuss what it's like to litigate mass tort cases, the best way to invest your money, emerging Ozempic litigation, why the mass tort space attracts so much drama and they decide on the most boring task in the world. Highlights 06:22 Litigating mass torts 09:20 Mass tort drama 21:06 Investing in mass torts Guest Robert Hammers is the founding partner of Hammers Law Firm. He was named to the Top 100 and 40 under 40 for the National Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Hammers presently serves as a leader on a number of complex consolidated mass torts as a member of the plaintiff steering committee. You can get in touch with Rob at https://hammerslawfirm.com Host Maria Monroy (@marialawrank on Instagram) is the Co-founder and President of LawRank, a leading SEO company for law firms since 2013. She has a knack for breaking down complex topics to make them more easily accessible and started Tip the Scales to share her knowledge with listeners like you. _____ LawRank grows your law firm with SEO Our clients saw a 384% increase in first-time calls and a 603% growth in traffic in 12 months. Get your free competitor report at https://lawrank.com/report. Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app Rate us 5 stars on iTunes and Spotify Watch us on YouTube Follow us on Instagram and TikTok
In this LegalCast video, Adam Slater, a partner at Slater, Slater, and Schulman, discusses sex abuse cases. Adam shares his background, starting with his experience in mass tort law, particularly the 9-11 litigation, and highlights the growth of his firm to 11 offices with 70 lawyers. The conversation discusses specific cases, such as the Boy Scouts bankruptcy, where Adam's firm represents over 14,000 claimants. They discuss the challenges and progress in handling these cases, including the STAC committee and the $2.4 billion trust. Adam also touches on other cases like Camp Lejeune and burn pit litigation. The LegalCast explores institutional and commercial sex abuse cases involving major organizations like the Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts. Adam discusses his firm's involvement in parish and diocese litigations across the country, emphasizing the importance of holding institutions accountable for enabling abuse. The conversation expands to include other dockets, such as cases related to juvenile detention, medical settings, and Uber. Adam addresses the role of look-back laws in empowering survivors to come forward and discusses the need for strategic litigation to ensure fair compensation and discourage future abuse. Towards the end, Adam encourages smaller firms to collaborate and mentions the importance of having the right skill set when handling sex abuse cases. He shares information about his firm's involvement in cases across the country, particularly in California, and expresses openness to co-counseling and referrals. The LegalCast concludes with a mention of Slater, Slater and Schulman's extensive experience in 9-11 cases, inviting individuals affected by those events to reach out for legal assistance. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights into the legal landscape surrounding sex abuse cases and highlights the ongoing efforts to seek justice for survivors. https://sssfirm.com/ Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news/ Twitter: / https://twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masstortnews/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@masstortnews?lang=en
Are mass torts something you're interested in, but haven't had the time to learn the ins and outs of? Maybe you're already acquainted, but just need some advice on how to move forward. Either way you're going to come out of this podcast with everything you need to know about mass torts. As CEO of The Search Engine Guys (TSEG), Chris Massaro oversees the company's growth in its operations and sales, as well as managing key accounts for single-event and mass tort law firms. TSEG is a legal marketing company that has expert knowledge in mass tort advertising. On this week's episode, Maria sits down with Chris to discuss mass torts. What are they? How do you advertise? Why should you invest? How do you invest? How do you protect your money? And how do you avoid unscrupulous offers? They also discuss the unusual way Chris got into marketing and why social media hates lawyers. Key Takeaways Don't call out sick from Dave & Busters. If Chris Massaro had called in sick that day, he may have never found success in his current career path. You never know when fortune might strike, so try to take advantage of every opportunity presented. Most importantly, make sure to be honest about your hangover. Encourage your employees' success. Find joy in your employees' accomplishments. Think about how each business decision affects not only you, but also your staff. Closing that next lead means more money for the business, which allows you to pay higher salaries, which leads to an employee closing on their first home. Think twice before you decide to go home early and skip that call. Be smart about your investment. Mass torts can be profitable, but only with the right guidance. Beware of scams and people just trying to make a quick buck. Do your research, and make sure to vet the people you work with. Don't let yourself fall victim to the wrong person. To connect with Chris, visit the TSEG website at https://www.tseg.com Tip The Scales Website Tip the Scales Instagram Tip the Scales TikTok Tip the Scales Youtube Maria Monroy Instagram Maria Monroy LinkedIn LawRank Website LawRank Instagram LawRank TikTok LawRank X / Twitter LawRank Facebook LawRank LinkedIn LawRank YouTube TSEG Website TSEG Instagram TSEG Facebook TSEG X / Twitter TSEG LinkedIn TSEG YouTube Other episodes you might enjoy: 5. Trust and Exposure: The Secret Promise of Media Campaigns 10. Punch Above Your Weight: Success On Any Budget 30. Investing Masterclass: The Simple Truth About Making Smart Investments Previous Guests: Kevin Kennedy, Lawrence LeBrocq, Jefferson Fisher, Amanda Demanda, James (TopDog) Helm, Gary Dordick, Joe Volta, Ed Ciarimboli, Michael Mogill, Jay Vaughn, Andre Regard, Bob Simon, Mark Anderson, Chad Dudley, Raymond Mieszaniec, Pratik Shah, John Campbell, David Bayer, Darryl Isaacs, Kurt Zaner, Joe Fried, Sean Claggett, Justin Watkins, Jeremy Tissot, Przemek Lubecki, Mauro Fiore, Mark Bratt, Glen Lerner, Rick Ferri, Yosi Yahoudai, Dan Ambrose, Greyson Goody, Teresa Diep, Taly Goody, Sevy Fisher, Sahm Manouchehri, Mike Agruss, Bibi Fell, Kenny Habetz, Mike Morse, Sara Williams, Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, Brett Schreiber, Ali Awad, Chava Mercado, Amanda Baggett, Max Antony, Muhammad Ramadan, Lena Haviland, Harry Plotkin, Claire Plotkin, Gary Sarner, Irving Pedroza.
Are mass torts something you're interested in, but haven't had the time to learn the ins and outs of? Maybe you're already acquainted, but just need some advice on how to move forward. Either way you're going to come out of this podcast with everything you need to know about mass torts. As CEO of The Search Engine Guys (TSEG), Chris Massaro oversees the company's growth in its operations and sales, as well as managing key accounts for single-event and mass tort law firms. TSEG is a legal marketing company that has expert knowledge in mass tort advertising. On this week's episode, Maria sits down with Chris to discuss mass torts. What are they? How do you advertise? Why should you invest? How do you invest? How do you protect your money? And how do you avoid unscrupulous offers? They also discuss the unusual way Chris got into marketing and why social media hates lawyers. Key Takeaways Don't call out sick from Dave & Busters. If Chris Massaro had called in sick that day, he may have never found success in his current career path. You never know when fortune might strike, so try to take advantage of every opportunity presented. Most importantly, make sure to be honest about your hangover. Encourage your employees' success. Find joy in your employees' accomplishments. Think about how each business decision affects not only you, but also your staff. Closing that next lead means more money for the business, which allows you to pay higher salaries, which leads to an employee closing on their first home. Think twice before you decide to go home early and skip that call. Be smart about your investment. Mass torts can be profitable, but only with the right guidance. Beware of scams and people just trying to make a quick buck. Do your research, and make sure to vet the people you work with. Don't let yourself fall victim to the wrong person. To connect with Chris, visit the TSEG website at https://www.tseg.com Tip The Scales Website Tip the Scales Instagram Tip the Scales TikTok Tip the Scales Youtube Maria Monroy Instagram Maria Monroy LinkedIn LawRank Website LawRank Instagram LawRank TikTok LawRank X / Twitter LawRank Facebook LawRank LinkedIn LawRank YouTube TSEG Website TSEG Instagram TSEG Facebook TSEG X / Twitter TSEG LinkedIn TSEG YouTube Other episodes you might enjoy: 5. Trust and Exposure: The Secret Promise of Media Campaigns 10. Punch Above Your Weight: Success On Any Budget 30. Investing Masterclass: The Simple Truth About Making Smart Investments Previous Guests: Kevin Kennedy, Lawrence LeBrocq, Jefferson Fisher, Amanda Demanda, James (TopDog) Helm, Gary Dordick, Joe Volta, Ed Ciarimboli, Michael Mogill, Jay Vaughn, Andre Regard, Bob Simon, Mark Anderson, Chad Dudley, Raymond Mieszaniec, Pratik Shah, John Campbell, David Bayer, Darryl Isaacs, Kurt Zaner, Joe Fried, Sean Claggett, Justin Watkins, Jeremy Tissot, Przemek Lubecki, Mauro Fiore, Mark Bratt, Glen Lerner, Rick Ferri, Yosi Yahoudai, Dan Ambrose, Greyson Goody, Teresa Diep, Taly Goody, Sevy Fisher, Sahm Manouchehri, Mike Agruss, Bibi Fell, Kenny Habetz, Mike Morse, Sara Williams, Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, Brett Schreiber, Ali Awad, Chava Mercado, Amanda Baggett, Max Antony, Muhammad Ramadan, Lena Haviland, Harry Plotkin, Claire Plotkin, Gary Sarner, Irving Pedroza.
What drives a legal team to succeed against all odds in high-stakes mass tort litigation? In this captivating episode of The Heart of Law, join our intrepid host, Mirena Umizaj, as she welcomes Attorney Jennifer A. Moore, the founder of Moore Law Group PLLC, to explore her transformative journey from personal injury law to the forefront of mass tort litigation. Embark on an exploration of resilience and justice as Attorney Jennifer A. Moore shares her pivotal role in the landmark Monsanto trial, a victory that not only shaped her career but also underscored her commitment to accountability in major legal battles, including the ongoing Zantac litigation. At the helm of Moore Law Group, PLLC, Jennifer A. Moore has earned a distinguished reputation for her unwavering advocacy on behalf of individuals nationwide suffering from injuries caused by defective products, medical malpractice, and motor vehicle accidents. With a legal career spanning over two decades, Jennifer A. Moore's record of securing numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements has cemented her status as a formidable figure in class and complex litigation. Her dedication to justice was resoundingly demonstrated by successfully trying the only federal court case involving Roundup weedkiller, which resulted in an $80 million verdict against Monsanto and led to settlements exceeding $10 billion for thousands of victims. Beyond her legal achievements, Jennifer A. Moore's leadership extends to empowering future female leaders through her work with Emerge Kentucky. As its founder and past board chair, she has played a crucial role in training over 250 women, 42 of whom are currently serving in office. As the dialogue unfolds, Mirena delves into Jennifer A. Moore's early inspiration to become a lawyer, a spark ignited during her elementary school years by her aunt's legal journey and the historic appointment of Sandra Day O'Connor to the Supreme Court. Her early fascination with law matured into a steadfast commitment, guiding her through law school and subsequently to a judicial clerkship with the Sixth Circuit, an enriching experience she recommends every law student undertake. As the conversation deepens, Mirena inquiries about the pathway to success in mass tort litigation, prompting Jennifer A. Moore to emphasize the importance of pursuing a career "doing something you love." She candidly discusses her personal commitment to representing cancer victims, a path shaped by her own experiences and fueled by an earnest desire to seek accountability from those responsible. Her dedication to this cause, deeply intertwined with her professional ethos, exemplifies the powerful impact of aligning personal values with legal practice. Shifting focus, Mirena touches upon a seminal moment in Jennifer A. Moore's career: the trial against Monsanto, a case that not only marked a significant victory for her clients but also profoundly altered the trajectory of her career. Jennifer A. Moore reflects on the trial's intensity, paralleling it with her childhood experiences of riding horses with her grandfather, who instilled in her the tenacity to rise after every fall and to not let fear be apparent. This lesson became pivotal in her legal approach, especially in front of a jury, where she learned the importance of exuding confidence, understanding that just like a horse, a jury can sense fear. Moreover, Mirena inquiries about the evolving landscape of mass torts, highlighting the dual impacts of digital advertising and private equity in the sector. In response, Jennifer A. Moore stresses the importance of thorough due diligence, consistent and effective client communication, and cultivating professional relationships, outlining these as key strategies for adeptly navigating the terrain. As their conversation draws to a close, the focus shifts to the recent Zantac litigation, where Jennifer A. Moore provides an update on the significant advancements and challenges. She details the dismissal of cases in the MDL and their ongoing appeal in the 11th circuit, expressing frustration over the court's handling of scientific evidence. Her commitment to her work is unmistakably clear as she discusses working through the holiday season to meet key deadlines. This dedication is part of her preparation for a challenging year ahead, including multiple trials in California and a Daubert hearing in Delaware, exemplifying her relentless pursuit of justice and unwavering commitment to her clients.
Stand out from the crowd with tips from a firm owner who's been there. Darren Miller learned through trial and error; transforming a $5000 loan into a practice with 63,000 active clients. The owner of D. Miller & Associates (@dmillerlaw),he shares the wisdom he's gained from over two decades in practice. To help your firm run smoother and grow stronger, he stresses the importance of delegating tasks early so you can spend time on high-dollar activities. He explains how to get started in mass tort cases - from investing to avoiding dual rep conflicts. And shares why you should care less about what the competition thinks. Links Want to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers? Follow us on social media for more. Rankings.io Instagram Chris Dreyer Instagram Rankings.io Twitter Rankings.io Website Darren Miller LinkedIn D. Miller & Associates Website D. Miller & Associates LinkedIn D. Miller & Associates Instagram (@dmillerlaw) D. Miller & Associates TikTok What's in This Episode: Who is Darren Miller? When should PI firm owners think about getting into mass torts? How to approach diversification in mass torts? When and how should you approach expansion? Past Guests Past guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert Additional Episodes You Might Enjoy 80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good 84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry 101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation 134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend 104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok 63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche 96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source 83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow 73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels
Guest Keith Ellison is the Minnesota Attorney General and the author of the book “Break The Wheel: Ending the Cycle of Police Violence,” a reflection on the 2020 murder of George Floyd and what we've learned. Ellison oversaw the prosecution and conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin. On May 25, 2020, Floyd died during a brutal arrest by Minneapolis police in public view. The killing set off protests across the country. Arresting officer Chauvin was convicted of second-degree murder and pleaded guilty to federal charges. Three other officers were convicted of state and federal charges. The city of Minneapolis paid Floyd's family $27 million. Ellison explores the findings of his book and his experience representing victims of police violence. He walks through Chauvin's prosecution, the strategy, jury selection, and how video shot by a 17-year-old bystander fit. Can we change policing and rebuild trust between police and communities? Ellison also shares his career path from law school to the U.S. Congress and to becoming the first African American and Muslim America elected to Minnesota statewide office. It's an inspiring story and proof that following your passion can make a difference. Plus, in our Quick Tip segment: Incorporating storytelling into your legal writing. Join the Litigation Section's virtual book club on December 12 at 1 PM ET to discuss books and other content focused on personal growth and mental health and wellness! Visit https://www.jotform.com/233055582985163 for more information and to register. Resources: George Floyd Justice and Policing Act “Break The Wheel,” by Attorney General Keith Ellison 2024 Environmental & Energy, Mass Torts, and Products Liability Litigation Committees' Joint Regional CLE Program American Bar Association American Bar Association Litigation Section
Guest Keith Ellison is the Minnesota Attorney General and the author of the book “Break The Wheel: Ending the Cycle of Police Violence,” a reflection on the 2020 murder of George Floyd and what we've learned. Ellison oversaw the prosecution and conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin. On May 25, 2020, Floyd died during a brutal arrest by Minneapolis police in public view. The killing set off protests across the country. Arresting officer Chauvin was convicted of second-degree murder and pleaded guilty to federal charges. Three other officers were convicted of state and federal charges. The city of Minneapolis paid Floyd's family $27 million. Ellison explores the findings of his book and his experience representing victims of police violence. He walks through Chauvin's prosecution, the strategy, jury selection, and how video shot by a 17-year-old bystander fit. Can we change policing and rebuild trust between police and communities? Ellison also shares his career path from law school to the U.S. Congress and to becoming the first African American and Muslim America elected to Minnesota statewide office. It's an inspiring story and proof that following your passion can make a difference. Plus, in our Quick Tip segment: Incorporating storytelling into your legal writing. Join the Litigation Section's virtual book club on December 12 at 1 PM ET to discuss books and other content focused on personal growth and mental health and wellness! Visit https://www.jotform.com/233055582985163 for more information and to register. Resources: George Floyd Justice and Policing Act “Break The Wheel,” by Attorney General Keith Ellison 2024 Environmental & Energy, Mass Torts, and Products Liability Litigation Committees' Joint Regional CLE Program American Bar Association American Bar Association Litigation Section
This LegalCast dives deep into the intricate world of litigation funding and the complexities within the legal landscape. Mark and Ted explore the various facets of funding, from plaintiff support to law firm loans and global settlements. They discuss the duty of law firms in monitoring client pipelines, the evolving nature of mass tort cases, and the potential impact of ABS structuring. The conversation also touches on the duration of MDLs, the upcoming ruling in Paraquat, and the need for constructive dialogue among funders, vendors, and legal entities. Overall, it's an insightful discussion shedding light on the inner workings and challenges within the legal funding ecosystem, offering a glimpse into the future of the litigation landscape. If you're curious about the complexities behind legal funding and the nuances within mass torts, this LegalCast is a must-watch. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-farrell-09202b1b/ https://lfadvisers.com/ Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org
This is the second installment in our suite on Known Defects and Mass Torts. Last month, we discussed the Ford Pinto cases from the 1970's. Today, we are back in present day with another allegation of automobile defects: are auto manufacturers' laudable efforts to go green causing damages to those cars? Specifically, are the newer soy-based wire coatings and other plant-based coatings particularly enticing to rodents? Join Steve and Rebecca as they discuss the cases that are currently being litigated around these issues, and how the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act can provide additional avenues for plaintiffs to recover in cases like these.
This week on Ring of Fire! This week's episode was recorded at the Mass Torts Made Perfect conference in Las Vegas, so we've got a lot of important legal stories coming your way. Attorney Chris Paulos will join us for a timely discussion about how Wall Street banks have been laundering money for terrorists. Attorney Chelsie Greene will tell us about the link between certain types of cancers and the use of hair relaxing chemicals. We'll find out about the dangers of the drug Ozempic that is being pushed as a weight loss miracle - attorney Cameron Stephenson will tell us all about the problems that are emerging. And attorney Madeline Pendley will join us for a discussion about PFAS chemicals and she'll give us the latest update on that litigation. These chemicals are present in the bodies of 98% of the human population. All that is coming up on this week's Ring of Fire!
Sam is coming to us LIVE for Day 2 of the Mass Torts Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada! First, Sam and Emma run through updates on Israel's siege on Gaza, Blinken's unconditional support for the IDF, Steve Scalise's speakership limbo, expanding UAW action, stalling SAG-AFTRA negotiations, and general tidbits on US democracy, before exploring the ongoing disaster in Gaza as we stand on the precipice of an even larger crime against humanity, with Israel punishing some 2 million Gazans, half of whom are children, for the crimes of some 45k Hamas fighters. Sam then sits down with various lawyers from the law firm Levin Papantonio Rafferty as they parse through their ongoing mass tort cases against some of the world's biggest corporations to hold them to account for their active lies and omissions. First, Caleb Cunningham joins to explore his work attempting to hold the “troubled teen” industry to account, walking through the unregulated rise of these carceral facilities for minors, and the pervasive trauma that they have left on the children and families they are supposedly helping. After touching on the tactics the industry uses to get around bad publicity or accountability, they wrap up with a conversation on the differences between class actions and other forms of mass tort. Troy Rafferty then joins to explore the devastating impact of Big Pharma's price gouging of life-saving insulin medication, tackling the prevalence of diabetes and the central role insulin plays in mitigating its deadly impacts, and the role both manufacturers and pharmaceutical middle-men (called Pharmacy Benefit Managers) play in exponentially pushing up the prices on irreplaceable drugs, before they wrap up with a conversation on the failure of the US government to properly hold these bad actors accountable, and what a single-payer system could do to prevent this from ever happening again. Lastly, Peter Mougey discusses his ongoing battle against opioid manufacturers and distributors for their role in actively perpetuating the opioid crisis in the US, and how they were able to track the malpractice on the part of these industries in refusing to flag clear regional abuse of their drugs. Sam and Emma also discuss the absurd coverage of the Israeli occupation of Palestine, with Fox & Friends painting Hamas' violence as Palestinians being ungrateful, before they step back to walk through Hamas' long-time history as a wing of Israel's war against a Palestinian state, making parallels with the US' midwifing of the Taliban. Wrapping up, Sam and Emma watch the “radical right” of the GOP immediately shut down any potential hope of a Scalise speakership, and Tim Pool points to female autonomy as the end of feminism. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/
Sam is coming to us LIVE from the Mass Torts Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada! First, he and Emma run through updates on Israel's assault on Gaza in the wake of Hamas' terror attacks, the House GOP's behind-closed-doors speakership battle, the Fed's SILENCING of PATRIOT George Santos, and electoral battles in Ohio and North Carolina, before parsing through Biden's recent statements on the Israel-Gaza conflict, and the speakership battle between Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise. Then, Sam is joined by various tort lawyers from the law firm of Levin Papantonio Rafferty to discuss their ongoing cases taking on some of the most heinous (alleged) lies and omissions perpetrated by corporations. First, Chris Tisi walks through the long-ongoing case against Johnson and Johnson for the myriad health defects that came from the talc in their Baby Powder formula – an issue of which J&J was well aware and actively sought to keep secret. After exploring the timeline of the case against J&J, Tisi dives into the company's manipulation of US bankruptcy law to completely avoid paying the settlement of the case via the “Texas Two-Step,” and how he's pushing to hold them accountable (once again). Sara Pappantonio then explores her case against the preterm-infant formulas of various companies, including Abbott Labs and Johnson and Johnson, for knowingly employing the use of cow's milk despite preterm infants' inability to digest it, resulting in devastating cases of necrotizing enterocolitis. Chris Paulos, next, dives into the prevalence of the active money laundering schemes run by massive banks for illegal operations – from terrorist organizations to gangs – and the cat-and-mouse catch-up game that has developed with lawyers and regulators chasing after these illegal operations as the banks attempt to find newer loopholes. Last, Cameron Stephenson tackles his developing case on Ozempic's unnamed off-label side-effects that have come to light since the drug took off in popularity, including stomach paralysis and gastroparesis of various permanence, and what the early stages of these cases look like. Sam and Emma also touch on Nancy Mace's quintessential theatre-kid routine on The House Floor, RFK's evolution into libertarianism (and Trump's fear of that), responses to Steve Scalise's likely speakership nomination, and RFK's Israeli propaganda. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Check out today's sponsors: Beam Dream: If you want to try Beam's best-selling Dream Powder, get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to https://shopbeam.com/MAJORITY and use code MAJORITY at checkout. That's https://shopbeam.com/MAJORITY and use code MAJORITY for up to 40% off. Blueland: Blueland has a special offer for listeners. Right now, get 15% off your first order by going to https://blueland.com/majority. You won't want to miss this! https://blueland.com/majority for 15% off. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/
Brian Vogel is the Senior Vice President of Business Development at Hochman & Lee LLC. This episode marks Vogel's second appearance on the Legal Mastermind Podcast.Vogel possesses 20 years of experience, encompassing a successful career progression ranging from individual sales contributor to now leading a sales team. His specialty is in Mass Tort claimant recovery and legal marketing consulting. Hochman & Lee LLC is a law firm that provides intake services to funders and lawyers. Connect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianericvogel/Visit Hochman & Lee's Website: https://hochmanandlee.com/On This Episode, We Discuss…Why Mass Torts?The Keys to Keeping Constant CommunicationMass Torts' Impact on the Legal Field
When purchasing a new car, customers trust that manufacturers prioritize safety. Unfortunately for many, other priorities created a recipe for disaster when Ford developed the Ford Pinto. Not only was this car unable to withstand a crash exceeding a mere 5 mph, but as plaintiffs successfully argued, Ford blatantly ignored safety concerns with simple fixes in order to rush the Pinto to market. On this week's episode, join Rebecca and Steve as they delve into one of the most notorious products liability issues in American manufacturing, uncovering the safety disaster that was the Ford Pinto and how such a massive distributor prioritized profits over public safety.
From time to time, do you hear about mass torts in the news but feel like you could use a little more background knowledge? Look no further than the latest edition of the Empowering Plans podcast series, (“Mass Torts 101”) in which attorneys Cindy Merrell and Lisa Hill explain the difference between the two types of mass tort cases -- class action and multidistrict litigation (MDL) – while delving into a couple of the larger MDLs making news of late.
Episode #3.1: The Heart of Law With Mike Papantonio Today, on The Heart of Law we are honored to welcome back Mike Papantonio, or "Pap" as he is affectionately known, a senior partner at the Levin Papantonio Rafferty law firm. With a series of multimillion-dollar verdicts under his belt, he is a trailblazer in the field of mass tort litigation, having handled thousands of cases across the nation. Pap's unwavering commitment to seeking justice for victims of corporate greed has helped establish Levin Papantonio Rafferty as one of the preeminent plaintiff law firms in the country. As Mirena Umizaj and her esteemed colleague exchange pleasantries, she extends her heartfelt congratulations on his daughter's decision to embark on a journey in the legal field. They begin discussing advice for aspiring young lawyers, and the topic of the legacy case arises. Undoubtedly, it is imperative to leave a lasting impact and make a meaningful contribution to the legal landscape. Pap offers sage advice and commends Mirena on her own exceptional progress, urging others to emulate her trailblazing ways. He generously provides a roadmap for success, encouraging young lawyers to exhibit the courage to take on a monumental case. They should not cower in the face of rejection or the possibility of failure, but instead understand that the law of averages dictates that risks must be taken. To avoid becoming a mere “Joe Schmoe'', one must have the fortitude to blaze new trails, take chances, and leave an imprint on the legal community. Additionally, he proudly unveils his latest merchandise, a series of t-shirts bearing the slogan "America's Lawyer". The rationale behind this branding is to “inspire young lawyers to strive towards becoming the best legal professionals in their respective communities'', with the potential to earn the moniker of "America's Lawyer" in their own right. Pap highlights the incredible feats of lawyers who have taken on insurmountable cases and triumphed against all odds. He discusses his friend Rob Billot's harrowing experience with a PFAS case in Columbus, Ohio, which ultimately resulted in a settlement of nearly a billion dollars. Mike emphasizes that these lawyers did not view these cases as a cakewalk but as an opportunity to make a significant impact. He also recounts his own journey, meeting Mirena, and learning about the necessity of careful planning, tenacity, and a network of experienced professionals to succeed in the legal field. In a captivating exchange, Mirena and Pap delve into the entanglement of Wall Street with the legal industry. Pap boldly forecasts a major lawsuit looming on the horizon and uncovers a series of scams involving case acquisition individuals peddling cases to multiple entities. In mass torts, politics come into play, and Pap emphasizes the importance of having confidence in oneself in the legal field. He compares it to a “matador facing a bull, confident enough to turn his back and get on one knee”. Similarly, a lawyer must have the courage to face challenging situations without fear. He acknowledges that there will always be people who try to interfere with one's work and outdo them, but it is important to remain focused on the task at hand and not be distracted by petty “sophomoric rivalries”. Pap humorously refers to this as "Italian Alzheimer's" - forgetting everything except those who have wronged you. EPISODE SURVEY: [00:03:16] - [00:07:00] Trouble Teen Institutions [00:07:33] - [00:10:18 Importance of The Legacy Case [00:10:20] - [00:14:46] Courage in the Legal Field: Advice for Young Lawyers [00:14:47] - [00:18:38] Lawyers That Have Stepped Out [00:18:41] - [00:26:15] Yin and Yang in Mass Torts [00:26:17] - [00:30:47] The Intersection of Wall Street And The Legal Business [00:30:50] : [00:45:45] Mass Torts: Future Predictions and Politics Amidst the Money Frenzy QUOTABLE QUOTES: “You can't be afraid of rejection, failure or being told no, you must understand what you do is all law of average” “Lawyers have to make a decision about what that license means to them…In the end doing some good means something” “Do you think any of one these lawyers looked at a big case and said this is going be an easy road, hell no they looked at it and said this is going to be impossible but they did it ” “ You know you don't have control of your cases when your not actively involved, when you don't have control of your destiny your kind of waiting to see” “You can be the greatest closer in the world but if you're not looking at cases or taking risks and you're afraid of failure you're never going to do anything significant. You're just going to be a Joe Schmoe doing the same thing everyone else does” ABOUT OUR GUEST: ● Senior Partner of Levin Papantonio Rafferty, P.A. ● Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by the Florida Bar and the National Board of Trial Advocacy ● Host of the YouTube show America's Lawyer with over 900,000 subscribers , and founder and former host of Ring of Fire, a popular radio program. ● Inducted into the National Trial Lawyers' Hall of Fame (2015) and Former President of The National Trial Lawyers (2012) ● Author of multiple novels, including four motivational books for lawyers and a series of legal thrillers ● Member of The International Academy of Trial Lawyers, The International Society of Barristers, The National Trial Lawyers Association, The American Board of Trial Advocates, The American Justice Association, The Southern Trial Lawyers Association, and The Florida Justice Association ● Recipient of several prestigious awards, including but not limited to, the Compassionate Gladiator Award from the Florida Justice Association (2019), Defender of Justice Award by the American Association for Justice (2015), and the Perry Nichols Award by the Florida Justice Association (2011)
As co-founder and CEO of Verus, Mark Eveland holds decades of experience building settlement and claim management programs for cases including mass torts, class actions, and insurance runoffs. Before founding Verus in 2003, Mark consulted on large-scale product liability litigation, including asbestos and breast implants, among others. Verus offers clients research, discovery, analytics, and settlement administration support to many of the best litigators in the country. Mark Eveland Social Media LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-eveland-94976b6/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mark.eveland.549 Verus LLC Social Media LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/verus-claims-services-llc/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/verusllc Twitter - https://twitter.com/VerusLLC Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/verusllc/ Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org
As a shareholder and leader at Simmons Hanly Conroy, Jayne Conroy oversees the practice's Complex Litigation Department and personally specializes in Class Actions, Mass Torts, Medical Device Litigation, Pharmaceutical Litigation, Products Liability, and Sexual Abuse Litigation. She holds over 30 years of experience in law and has received regular appointments to serve as docket leadership for dozens of MDLs. Most recently, Jayne received an appointment to the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee in the In re: Social Media Adolescent Addiction/Personal Injury Products Liability Litigation. She also continues serving on the Plaintiff's Steering Committee in In re McKinsey & Co Inc National Prescription Opiate Consultant Litigation and co-lead counsel on the Ohio-based National Prescription Opiate MDL. During her time as Opioid leadership, she has secured a $26 billion global settlement with McKesson Corp., Cardinal Health Inc AmerisourceBergen Drug Corp., and Johnson & Johnson as part of the National Prescription Opiate MDL. Other major settlements include over $1.7 billion for plaintiffs of four J&J/DePuy Pinnacle bellwether trials; $650.5 million in abatement fees against CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in Lake and Trumbull counties in Ohio for aiding the opioid epidemic; $60 million for a class of Haitian boys abused by a convicted pedophile; and $16 billion in a global settlement for owners of Volkswagens in the 2016 emissions scandal. Jayne also served as the President of The National Trial Lawyers' 2022 Top 100 Trial Lawyers and regularly speaks at CLE events and conferences across the U.S.. According to her firm, “Jayne is instantly recognizable by her vintage couture style and can often be seen wearing beautifully constructed suits from the 1940s in the courtroom and around the New York office where she is based.” Simmons Hanly Conroy - https://www.simmonsfirm.com/about-us/our-attorneys/jayne-conroy/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/simmons-hanly-conroy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/simmonslawfirm Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Simmons.Law.Firm/ Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org
In 2021, LTL Management LLC (LTL), a newly created and separate subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson that was established to hold and manage claims in the cosmetic talc litigation, filed for voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The goal was to resolve all current and future claims fairly and efficiently. Opposition filed a motion to dismiss […]
In 2021, LTL Management LLC (LTL), a newly created and separate subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson that was established to hold and manage claims in the cosmetic talc litigation, filed for voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The goal was to resolve all current and future claims fairly and efficiently. Opposition filed a motion to dismiss the case arguing it does not serve a valid restructuring purpose and suggesting J&J filed it in bad faith. In February 2022, Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey Michael Kaplan ruled in favor of LTL, holding that LTL's filing for Chapter 11 protection was “unquestionably a proper purpose under the Bankruptcy Code.” Upon an expedited appeal, a three-judge panel of the Third Circuit reversed Chief Judge Kaplan and narrowly held in favor of claimants. The case is now under appeal for en banc review by the Third Circuit. Given the enormous national significance of the issue for corporate liability and civil justice, this case may advance to the Supreme Court for further adjudication.Please join as a panel of bankruptcy law experts discuss the Third Circuit ruling, its impact, significance, and the path forward, including how to assess both the split between Chief Judge Kaplan and the Third Circuit. The panel will discuss the purpose of Chapter 11 in preserving economic and social value and discuss the Third Circuit's ruling in light of other Circuits that are reviewing similar legal questions. The panel will review core questions that the Third Circuit left unanswered and share their expert perspectives on the ruling's precedent and what it may mean for mass tort litigation going forward.Featuring:Professor Tony Casey, Deputy Dean, Donald M. Ephraim Professor of Law and Economics & Faculty Director, The Center on Law and Finance, University of Chicago Law SchoolProfessor Lindsey Simon, Robert Cotten Alston Associate Chair in Corporate Law, University of Georgia School of Law
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This week the Third Circuit said Johnson & Johnson can't use the “Texas two-step” to create a talc unit to spin off billions of dollars in liability and then immediately file for bankruptcy protection. The controversial maneuver has faced scrutiny in other suits as well, and this week we're joined by Law360 senior bankruptcy reporter Vince Sullivan to talk about what the ruling means for J&J and beyond. Also on this week's show, we discuss a federal grand juries indicting Tom Girardi for allegedly stealing millions from his clients; the Second Circuit reining in the power of Manhattan federal judge Jed Rakoff to use discretion in voir dire; and we weigh in on some new social “laws” to live by.
In this week's episode, Grace and Liel do a reality check on the benefits and shortcomings of ChatGPT, from how it can improve your process and client experience at your law firm to where it should be used with caution to avoid damaging your reputation.As we settle in 2023, Grace walks us through some of the latest updates in the Tylenol Mass Tort, also known as the "Acetaminophen Lawsuit." Grace also discusses the details of an emerging class action that primarily affects women who use hair-relaxing products.Join our conversation and hear what happens when you put ChatGPT-3 on the bench, why 2023 is having a solid start on the Mass Torts front, and also get a sneak peek of what is taking place this week in Miami during Trial Lawyers Summit. Resources mentioned in our episode:Mass tort launched for claims that acetaminophen caused autismChemicals in Hair Straightening Products2023 National Trial Lawyers Summit in MiamiEnjoy the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Don't forget to send us your questions and comments at ask@incamerapodcast.com.
When large companies face massive mass tort litigation, one way they can survive is to file for bankruptcy protection and reorganize. 3M recently put its Aearo Technologies subsidiary into bankruptcy in the face of more than 230,000 claims that's its defective earplugs caused hearing loss. When it came to filing bankruptcy 3M said Aearo was solely responsible for the product. But for several years of litigation 3M argued that it, as the parent, was solely responsible, not its various subsidiaries. That was a strategy that was beneficial to the company in multidistrict litigation.Why did 3M suddenly change course? What impact does bankruptcy have on claimants? Could corporations use bankruptcy law to neuter mass tort litigation for all eternity? And how did the strategy sit with the federal magistrate judge overseeing the multidistrict litigation? Joining me to discuss this incredibly complex litigation is Jennifer M. Hoekstra , a partner with Aylstock Witkin Kreis & Overholtz. Jennifer has been involved in all varieties of complex litigation since 2007, focusing on mass torts, drug and device litigation, and others. She has a J.D. from Tulane, which she earned while also completing a certificate in Environmental Law. She has actively served as trial counsel or an integral member of the trial team in several of the 3M Earplug trials securing nearly $300 million in compensatory damages for military veterans. Jennifer shared her insights on the intersection of complex mass torts and bankruptcy, an intersection that wasn't originally on her roadmap. This podcast is the audio companion to the Journal on Emerging Issues in Litigation. The Journal is a collaborative project between HB Litigation Conferences and the Fastcase legal research family, which includes Full Court Press, Law Street Media, and Docket Alarm. The podcast itself is a joint effort between HB and our friends at Law Street Media. If you have comments or wish to participate in one our projects please drop me a note at Editor@LitigationConferences.com.Tom HagyLitigation Enthusiast andHost of the Emerging Litigation PodcastHome PageLinkedInP.S. During the podcast I mentioned an article and wanted to share the link. It's called "Bankruptcy Grifters" by Lindsey D. Simon. It was published in the Yale Law Journal.
With distressed supply settling back following a test of June's highs, Bloomberg Intelligence expects it may consolidate a bit between $100-$150 billion as seasonal trends turn supportive in December, and believes this distressed supply rise will continue, however, more likely in drawn out and steady fashion rather than quick and volatile. FICC Focus offers the latest market views on interest rates, corporate bonds, emerging-market debt, commodities and currencies by Bloomberg Intelligence analysts. In this State of Distressed Debt edition, Global Credit Strategy head Noel Hebert and distressed credit analyst Philip Brendel discuss the leisurely pace of this distressed cycle and when it may pick up. Bankruptcy litigation analyst Negisa Balluku has an in-depth feature interview with Melissa B. Jacoby, Professor of Law at UNC School of Law (7:50) and Bloomberg News distressed debt reporter Eliza Ronalds-Hannon joins the panel to share thoughts on distressed credits in the cinema and crypto spaces, as well as Bed, Bath, & Beyond, Revlon and Incora (42:40).
FULL SHOW HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuJbB18O-Wc&ab_channel=TheMajorityReportw%2FSamSeder It's Day 2 of Sam reporting from the Mass Torts Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada! He and Emma begin by running through updates on the 2022 midterm debate season, footage from Pelosi and Schumer on January 6th, before Sam meets with Ring of Fire Radio host Farron Cousins as they walk through the ten big senate races to watch in the 2022 midterms, watching Ron Johnson respond to his opponent's genuine compliment with outright vitriol, discussing the Florida DNC's tactic of running the same losing candidates year after year, and contextualizing the failing Trump legal battles. Then, Sam is joined by tort lawyer and early Air-America investor Mike Papantonio as they discuss the role of tort law in holding corporations accountable in both the legal and public realms at a point in American politics where everything from Congress and the Courts to the Media is driven by the profit incentive, walking through his biggest cases in tort law, and the constant presence of internal corporate documents from actuaries walking through the necessary profits to offset the legal costs of future injuries and harm they KNOW their product will cause. They also touch on the cases on HSBC's money laundering for terrorists and cartels (resulting in solely corporate fines), the Camp Lejeune water contamination, and more, walking through the myriad levels of awareness from inside the corporation to the highest levels of the executive branch. Next, lawyer Michael Watts joins to dive into his work studying potential causes in the exponential increase in autism diagnosis over the last few decades, including the clear lack of evidence around the impact of certain vaccine ingredients, and the growing evidence of a correlation between the use of acetaminophen during pregnancy and an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis later in life. Sarah Papantonio then joins as she explores her recent case taking on the impact of baby formula companies causing premature babies to develop necrotizing enterocolitis by misadvertising their products as human milk, rather than the cow's milk base it actually used. They also tackle the greater exploitative history of the baby formula industry, before parsing through the difference between multi-district legislation (mass tort suits) and class action, and exploring how federal governments can get involved in tort cases. Sam and Emma wrap up the show by diving deeper into various midterm debates including Ron Johnson being pushed around by Mandela Barnes (yet still looking worse) and Tudor Dixon's transphobic closing remarks, also looking at Charlie Kirk's response to Alex Jones' Sandy Hook case, and Ben Shapiro dancing around the intense antisemitism of his conservative colleagues. Check out Farron Cousins on "Ring of Fire" and "Farron Balanced" here: https://fans.fm/ringoffire https://www.youtube.com/c/farronbalanced Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Check out today's sponsors: Sunset Lake CBD: sunsetlakecbd is a majority employee owned farm in Vermont, producing 100% pesticide free CBD products. Great company, great product and fans of the show! Use code Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ Donate to Gregory from Oklahoma's campaign for statehouse here!: https://gregoryforhd26.com/about/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/
Sam is coming to us LIVE from the Mass Torts Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada! Sam is coming to us LIVE from the Mass Torts Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada! He and Emma quickly run through updates on the $1 Billion in damages for Sandy Hook parents suing Alex Jones and his recent appearance on Crowder detailing why he thinks it won't matter. Then, Sam has three separate sit-downs with tort lawyers from the law firm Levin Papantonio Rafferty to discuss what cases they're bringing against what corporations, and how they plan to argue against these businesses' feigned ignorance. First, Kimberly Adams joins as she dives into her defense of human trafficking victims against the businesses that consciously profited off of their exploitation, including hotel and motel chains and social media companies like Twitter and Snapchat. Adams then tackles how these businesses get wrapped up in the trade of human beings, how it becomes a consistent source of profit, and how she plans to establish that there is truly no reason these companies would have been ignorant of the ongoing violence against minors and other humans, before wrapping up by walking through the Communications Decency Act (CDA) and how social media platforms use it to shield themselves from accountability for the content they profit off of. Next, Sam is joined by Chelsie Green as she contextualizes her case against the manufacturers of Pure Follical Substances (PFoS, known as a “forever chemical”) within her firm's history of challenging this public health issue that was known about internally since as early as the 1970s. They also tackle the mass proliferation of the use of these chemicals over the next few decades, particularly in the firefighting and military industries, before concluding by discussing the long-term process that this case will entail and what stages are next up. Lastly, Sam talks with Emmie Paulos about her suit against Meta/Facebook and their side companies like Instagram (though also likely to involve other platforms in the future) for knowingly channeling children into social media addiction with the knowledge that there were massive long-term detriments to their mental health – from eating disorders and self-harm to suicidal ideation and attempts. Next, they walk through the process through which these companies internally acknowledge the extreme nature of their algorithms and the impact they were having – not to combat it but rather to further exploit it – and the impact of last year's Meta whistle-blower on moving this case forwards. They finish off their discussion with a greater analysis of the CDA and how to combat the exploitation of children by Big Tech. And in the Fun Half: Sam and Emma discuss the astonishingly late news of Tulsi Gabbard's exit from the Democratic Party, appearing on Joe Rogan to discuss the democratic cult insisting on passing nonexistent legislation to trans your kids, Dennis Prager defends incest from secular monsters, and Blake Masters gets questioned by Fox on his election allegiances. They also tackle the wildly ableist bipartisan hit pieces from CNN, MSNBC, and Fox on progressive John Fetterman, watching notoriously anti-progressive Chris Matthews return to NBC to ridicule his auditory processing issues and Tucker Carlson's proclamation that Fetterman will be hacked. Ben Shapiro continues his nuanced takes on anti-semitism from conservatives, plus, your IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/
Sebastian Westerby is the Chief Marketing Officer and Co-Founder of Tort Experts. He is an expert in legal lead generation with a focus on ROI and brings with him years of marketing experience.Tort Experts is an all-around performance marketing agency and a legal counsel in Denmark that specializes in providing high-quality leads and case acquisition for law firms nationwide in the areas of mass tort, class action, and personal injury. Connect with Sebastian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastian-wincent-westerby-93a32593/Visit Tort Experts' Website: https://tortexperts.com/On This Episode, We Discuss... - What's Exciting in the Mass Torts World Right Now- How to Generate Leads Via Email- Best Practices for Conversions for Mass Torts- Managing Your Firm's Mass Torts Intake
As founding and managing partner of Andrews Thornton LLC, Anne Andrews specializes in litigating personal injury mass tort cases involving bankruptcy and dangerous pharmaceuticals. Andrews recently started working with the Tort Claimants Creditors' Committee, representing thousands of survivors who were sexually abused during their time in Boy Scouts, inspiring her to co-found the Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice. Anne holds extensive experience in multi-district and multi-state litigation, serving on executive plaintiff committees in multiple federal MDL's, and co-chairs the Official Creditors Committee. Anne maintains heavy involvement with Mass Torts Made Perfect (MTMP) and regularly gives seminars at their bi-annual national convention. In 2021, she received the MTMP Legal Innovation Award for her work for victims of mass tort bankruptcy. She has also previously served as President of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA) and led the American Association for Justice (AAJ)'s Hydroxycut and Fungal Meningitis Litigation Groups. Anne received an Honorary JD from University of California Irvines's School of Law for her firm's contributions to their program, which included working with the UCI moot court, funding a scholarship endowment, and serving on Dean Erwin Chemerinsky's Advisory Committee. Outside of the courtroom, Anne sits on the leadership board of the Mission Plasticos, a non-profit that works to finance reconstructive surgery to those in need. She also serves as an advisor on a National Breast Cancer Coalition's Artemis Project which researches preventative measures to stop breast cancer in women and men. Anne Andrews Social: Twitter Linkedin Andrews Thornton Social: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice - https://scoutingabusesurvivors.com/ Orange County Trial Lawyers Association - https://www.octla.org/ American Association for Justice - https://www.justice.org/ UCI Scholarship Endowment - https://www.law.uci.edu/news/press-releases/2021/andrews-thornton-scholarship.html Mission Plasticos - https://plasticosfoundation.org/about-us/executive-team/ Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org
Amy Collins joins Susan Barfield to explain the Common Benefit Process in Mass Torts. Amy Collins P.C. provides independent third-party common benefit legal consulting and auditing services for leadership counsel, fee committees, special masters, and courts in multidistrict litigation state court coordinated proceedings.
Navan Ward serves as founder and lead attorney at Beasley Allen's Atlanta office, specializing in defective medical devices litigation and pharmaceutical mass torts. Holding licensure across four states, Navan holds a Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating and has been recognized in the top 500 attorneys nationally by Lawdragon. Beasley Allen reports that with over 20 years litigating in multiple areas, Navan has obtained more than $360 million total for clients. A star mass torts litigator with decades of experience, Navan serves as Immediate Past President of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), only the second minority figure to hold the position. Navan has spent many years working with AAJ which first honored him with its 2017 Minority Caucus Stalwart Award. During his presidency, Navan worked on significant legislative and other issues affecting the plaintiff's bar across the country. During this time he also aided in founding “Shades of Mass,” a group that advocates and facilitates the appointment of minorities to leadership roles in federal and state-based centralized civil actions, including federal MDLs, and currently serves on their Executive Committee. Navan also sits on the National Black Lawyers Top 100 Executive Committee, with past leadership experience in Alabama Lawyers Association, the Alabama State Bar's Young Lawyers Section, and the Montgomery County Association for Justice. Navan Socials - LinkedIn Facebook Beasly Allen socials LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Instagram Shades of Mass Conference Info American Association for Justice Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org
2022 In Review So Far features Chuki Obiyo, Brenda Pontiff, Tobi Millrood, Sarah Tetlow, Roy Sexton, Steve Pockross, Russ Cersosimo, Juyoun Han, and Frans Johansson. More About Our Guests: Chuki Obiyo is a Senior Business Development Manager at Vedder Price. Obiyo serves the firm's rainmakers and aspiring rainmakers in Chicago, Dallas, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Singapore, and Washington DC with exclusive business development insights and coaching. Vedder Price is a business-focused law firm with a global reach and a proud tradition of maintaining long-term client relationships.Featured Episode: 142Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-142-chuki-obiyo-sustaining-long-term-client-relationships-with-a-sustainable-business-development-model/Discussed: - Finding the Right Mentee for You- Sustainable Business Development vs. Traditional Business DevelopmentBrenda Pontiff is the Managing Principal at Partner Track Academy. Brenda stays busy helping firms find or retain clients along with coaching young associates to senior partners. Partner Track Academy helps law firms figure out new innovative ways to go to market and service clients.Featured Episode: 144Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-144-brenda-pontiff-finding-the-right-chief-marketing-officer-for-your-firm/Discussed:- Hiring A Chief Marketing Officer for Your Law Firm- A New-Hire CMO's Timeline & ResponsibilitiesTobi Millrood is a Partner at Kline & Specter. Millrood has been practicing law for 26 years in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in the area of Mass Torts including bad drugs and devices, and defective drugs and devices. Millrood is also the past president of the world's largest trial bar, the American Association for Justice (AAJ), where he completed his term in July 2021 and currently serves as Immediate Past President.Featured Episode: 160Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-160-tobi-millrood-establishing-credible-trustworthy-referrals/Discussed:- Best Ways to Find Referral Partners & Determining Legitimacy- Building a Trust Relationship with Potential Referral PartnershipsSarah Tetlow is the founder and CEO of Firm Focus. Sarah consults, coaches, and trains law firms on project, attention, time, task, and email management. Firm Focus' mission is to help law firms and legal departments of all sizes increase their productivity, reach their mission-critical objectives, develop a strong workplace culture, and develop a plan for continuous growth and focus.Featured Episode: 148Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-148-sarah-tetlow-applying-the-artt-method-to-organize-your-emails/Discussed: - Creating & Connecting Habits to Develop a Good System of Organizing Emails- Dedicating Time & Structure to Your EmailsRoy Sexton is the Marketing Director at Clark Hill and the President-Elect of the Legal Marketing Association. Roy has held the Marketing Director position since 2019 at Clark Hill and has begun his journey on LMA's board as Treasurer before being chosen as the 2022 President-Elect. Clark Hill is an international team of legal advisors focused on delivering exceptional growth for your business. LMA supports the legal marketing community through thought leadership, professional advocacy, and personal enrichment. Featured Episode: 143Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-143-roy-sexton-the-importance-of-connecting-with-others/Discussed: What is the Legal Marketing Association?Benefits of Joining an AssociationSteve Pockross is the CEO of Verblio and has more than 20 years of startup, nonprofit, and Fortune 500 experience. He was part of the early management team at crowdsourcing pioneer LiveOps and previously led five SaaS and marketing businesses. Verblio is a content creation platform based in Denver, Colorado with a thousand highly curated writers and creates 90,000 pieces of unique content per year. Verbilo is based on a marketplace with a similar dynamic to deliver high-quality content and a SaaS platform that holds all content creation in one place. Featured Episode: 140Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-140-steve-pockross-bringing-your-firms-website-to-life-with-content-creation/Discussed: - Strategizing the Proper Content Creation Channels for Your Firm- Artificial Intelligence in the Content Creation MarketplaceRuss Cersosimo is the Founder and CMO at Hemp Synergistics, author, keynote speaker, and patented inventor. Cersosimo founded Hemp Synergistics in 2019 and has since grown this biotech company specializing in intelligent hemp ingredients and consumer products. Hemp Synergistics incorporates THC-free, CBD-containing products by partnering with brands and healthcare professionals to offer top-of-the-line products.Featured Episode: 157Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-158-russ-cersosimo-discovering-ways-to-manage-stress-with-plant-based-supplements/Discussed: - Ways to Manage Stress with Plant-Based Supplements- Learning the Abilities of CBDJuyoun Han is a Partner at Eisenberg & Baum, LLP, a private boutique law firm based in New York City. Han is also a fellow at NYU Law Engleberg Center. She has built a practice on civil rights litigation that focuses on technology which broadly encompasses algorithmic bias and discrimination, data privacy, and NFT intellectual property issues. Featured Episode: 154Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-153-juyoun-han-how-young-attorneys-can-establish-themselves-in-their-career/Discussed:- How Young Attorneys Can Establish Themselves Early on in Their Career- Insights in the Technology FieldFrans Johansson is the CEO of The Medici Group, Public Speaker, and Author of the Medici Effect and The Click Moment. Johansson has had a lasting impact on industries, leaders, and many more.Featured Episode: 150Episode Link: https://legalmastermindpodcast.com/ep-150-frans-johannson-generating-diversity-innovation-into-your-firm-by-using-the-medici-effect/Discussed:- How Innovation is Interpreted with the Medici Effect- Artificial Intelligence's Impact on the Legal System
Investible law firms are on the not-too-distant horizon - growth is a guarantee. The consumer protection sector alone is expected to explode from $2 Billion to $4 Billion in the next two years. Can your firm handle the growth? On today's episode, I discuss the future of the legal industry with Tighe Wilhelmy, CEO at Velawcity. We get into building a strong foundation of systems to operate with increased velocity and diversification in mass tort cases. At Velawcity, he and his team provide case acquisition and administration services to law firms nationwide for mass tort, class action, and mass arbitration lawsuits. They have served over 250 clients and managed over 300 mass tort campaigns. What's In This Episode? Who is Tighe Wilhelmy? What systems do mass tort law firms really need? How can a firm increase the velocity of cases closed? How can a law be automated during hyper-growth to capture a larger market share? What assets should a mass tort firm be building for growth? Why are some of the best mass tort cases held close to the vest?
Matthew Stansell is the President and Chief Operating Officer of A4D. A4D became a leader in online customer acquisition more than 14 years ago by possessing a large network of trust partnerships as well as a portfolio of properties that include e-commerce products, lead generation for insurance, legal help, and more. A4D also excels in revenue-generating partnership opportunities for publishers, networks, advertisers, and agencies.Connect with Matthew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-stansell-a28975100/Visit A4D's Website: https://www.a4d.com/On This Episode, We Discuss... - Takeaways from Mass Torts PR- Recent Focus in the Mass Tort World & What to Expect in the Near Future- Why Does the World Need Mass Torts?- Planning for Next Year's Event
John Uustal and the Kelly Uustal Law Firm are a complex personal injury firm based in Fort Lauderdale FL, who are actively involved in traumatic and catastrophic injury litigation and Mass Torts as local trial counsel for certain MDL leadership firms. Also, KU is one of the premier tobacco litigation firms in the country, securing hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts against Big Tobacco. Never afraid to face corporate bad conduct, John Uustal and the Kelly Uustal firm will take the fight directly to the corporate boardrooms. Check out John Uustal's blog to stay up-to-date on corporate treachery: https://www.johnuustal.com/ 888.522.6601 www.kulaw.com Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org
Tobi Millrood is a Partner at Kline & Specter. Millrood has been practicing law for 26 years in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in the area of Mass Torts including bad drugs and devices, and defective drugs and devices. Millrood is also the past president of the world's largest trial bar, the American Association for Justice (AAJ), where he completed his term in July 2021 and currently serves as Immediate Past President. Connect with Tobi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobiasmillrood/On This Episode, We Discuss... - The Connotation Behind Referrals- Developing Diversification in Your Firm from a Referral Practice- Best Ways to Find Referral Partners & Determining Legitimacy- Building a Trust Relationship with Potential Referral Partnerships
(discussing legal issues related to the opioid crisis and the different avenues through which victims and their families are seeking justice with Abbe R. Gluck, Elizabeth Chamblee Burch, Joseph Krakoff, Judge Arthur J. Gonzalez, and Sheila L. Birnbaum)
Mass Torts acquire their standing because they affect thousands of people. Despite this, the extent of public awareness for typical mass torts is depressingly low, owing to the fact that they do not attract significant media interest in addition to the corporate responses made towards them. However, every now and then, a Mass Tort will attract enough attention to go viral, as we witnessed this year. You've undoubtedly heard about the severe baby formula shortage across the country if you haven't been entirely off the grid for a month. The news has attracted worldwide attention as people try to figure out how the world's richest country could mishandle things so badly. In this episode, we explore why your law firm should be the one to answer this question for your community. In this podcast, we go through how the closure of one plant in Michigan has destabilized the baby formula supply chain throughout the country, why it happened, and what could have been done better to prevent it. We also discuss how product liability law firms are the greatest carriers of this message and where they should be joining the conversation. Resources mentioned in our episode: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/18/senate-panel-investigates-abbott-tax-practices-after-contamination-shuts-down-baby-formula-plant.html (Abbott tax practices after contamination shut down baby formula plant) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfXcGbgIWro (Abbott Labs Lawsuit Explained by New York's Best Attorney) https://www.npr.org/2022/05/22/1100600797/baby-formula-shortage-overseas-shipment-abbott-ceo-apology (Abbott CEO apologizes for the formula shortage) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
On this episode of Cut to the Chase:, Christos Lagos comes on to sit side by side me in front of the Miami Dade County Courthouse to discuss some of today's big issues-bankruptcy in mass tort litigation and crumbling infrastructure. I keep getting questions from the audience about whether Fortune 500 companies that make dangerously defective products that are killing or maiming tens of thousands of us are going to use the bankruptcy process (like Johnson & Johnson is doing with it's talcum powder pending litigation) to try and undermine the Constitutional right to a jury trial and get off for pennies on the dollars. The answer might depend on several factors. Christos, who was selected by the biggest legal names in South Florida to be the lead attorney on the F.I.U. bridge collapse litigation, discusses how bankruptcy was used in that litigation in a positive way. Additionally, Christos and I discuss another looming problem faced globally and here in the United States-crumbling infrastructure. According to reliable sources 1/3 of our country's bridges are deficient. The condo collapse in Surfside and the Miami Dade County Courthouse's structural problems are becoming just another major issue that we are faced with these days. If you are injured due to defective construction or infrastructure, hell if you are or a loved one are victimized by a catastrophic injury, give Christos a call. Or if you a lawyer handling a complicated case that you need some assistance on with an attorney that will comprehensively put the case together AND take it through trial....here is the link to his law firm to connect with him. https://www.christoslagos.com/ And here is a link to some information on just how bad our infrastructure is in the United States. https://www.christoslagos.com/
Touted by the New York Times as “One of the top civil trial lawyers in America,” Mark Lanier graces The Heart of Law in one of the most thought-provoking episodes to date. Famed to have won about $20 Billion in verdicts, the esteemed litigator—also a theologian and preacher—lends invaluable insight into family, faith, science, law, and life. Sharp as a tack and a transcendent seeker herself, Mirena asks penetrating questions about Mark's Christian walk. Mark describes the awakening of his faith, the security of his salvation, and the divine friendship God has extended his way. He shares the devout life of his mother, Carolyn Lanier, who dedicated Mark to God after her prayers for the healthy birth of a son became a reality. Much like Hannah of the Old Testament, who gave up Samuel to serve Yahweh, Carolyn continuously reminded Mark throughout his youth that his life was not his own—it belonged to God. Holding on to an unborrowed faith, Mark describes affinity with God and how daily spending time in the divine Presence enriches a hallowed relationship, guiding him throughout his life. Mirena and Mark do a deep dive, comparing notes on the confusion around the warring world religions (Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism) that each claim the way to the “real path.” They talk about people and institutions holding ownership of Christianity but practicing cruelty, dishonesty, and acrimony. Answering all of Mirena's gripping questions, Mark gives an interesting take on the Bible. He expounds on spirituality versus religiosity and how science is intertwined with faith. Along those lines, Mark remarks on how “elements of truth” surround us in diverse ways. But overall, he simply says: “I want the fullest picture of truth that there can be.” The perfect truth, which Mark likened to Cinderella who alone can perfectly fit into the glass slipper. An apologist at heart, we hear of The Lanier Theological Library and Learning Center in Oxford, and the historical Yarnton Manor restoration project in Oxfordshire village to serve those who seek to enrich their theological studies. Shifting gears to the legal business, they discuss the Johnson and Johnson Trial and Mark's monumental $4.69 Billion verdict against the talc conglomerate. Giving his unique take on the recent bankruptcy ruling, Mark describes the tort landscape, detailing how the legal profession has radically evolved in the past decade. With Venture Capitalists coming into the picture (and sometimes even “own[ing] lots of ethical overlays in the business"), there lies an ongoing need for maturity in the business of law—especially while infusing capital into tort cases. Likewise, he observes “two basic kinds of lawyers in the mass tort arena … the chicken catchers and chicken pluckers,” steadfastly agreeing with Mirena about the need to represent plaintiffs with compassionate care. After some baklava, pita, donut, and recipe banter, the show comes to a warm close. Mark fondly talks about his wife and children—who all practice law! As his daughter Rachel affectionately notes, they are “like the Von Trapp family lawyers” upholding justice in their unique Lanier way. And the legacy he wants to leave behind? Like Paul (the apostle) Mark hopes to have “fought the good fight” of faith, and hopes we remember him as a man who "loved his friends and loved his family, and his faith, and his God above all things.” EPISODE SURVEY: [00:03:32] - [00:06:59]: A Mother's Influence (Carolyn Lanier's faith) [00:07:00] - [00:13:47]: Not a Borrowed Faith. An Ongoing Conversation with God [00:14:09] - [00:18:34]: Growing in Faith is An Investment of Time [00:23:15] - [00:43:54]: A Theological Exchange [00:45:25] - [00:52:14]: Mark's Take on the Bible [00:56:21] - [00:59:57]: Mark's View on Science & Faith [01:00:06] - [01:04:50]: How Mark's Faith Fuels His Career [01:04:59] - [01:08:19]: The Lanier Library in Oxford: The Yarnton Manor Restoration [01:09:58] - [01:15:11]: The J&J Trial and the Monumental $4.69 Billion Verdict [01:15:49] - [01:24:00]: Marks Thoughts on the Business of Law and Future of Mass Torts [01:41:00] - [01:43:27]: The Legacy Mark Hopes to Leave QUOTABLE QUOTES: Mom said, “I told God, if you will give me a son, I will give that son back to you.” And lo and behold, Mom gets pregnant. I am born. From my earliest age, Mom has told me that story and she's told me, “You belong to God … You don't belong to me. I've been given the honor of getting to be your earthly mom, but you belong to Him.” [My mother] said “God doesn't have grandchildren, he has children. And so He's not looking for you to have a relationship that's based upon your family or based upon me or your dad ... God wants to relate to you individually.” And I found that to be true and found a relationship with God. And it's one that's lasted me all my life, but all of that grew from seeds that had been sown by my mom. Instead of just staying as a mysterious God … [He] took the form of Jesus and became a friend to people and lived the life that we could understand as a friend. And that relationship is available. And so I cried out on my own. “God, that's what I need. I need a friend. I need that.” And the presence of God was all of a sudden a very real thing to me. It was no longer academic knowledge. I think there's [an] evil that goes on in this world. Greed can turn people wretched, and some people's greed turns them into monsters ... So I believe that at this point in my life, there is a righteous fight. I think that's some of why I do what I do. ... Venture Capital is actually an equalizer that takes [a case] out of a David-versus-Goliath-mode when it comes to being able to fund the litigation; that's where the smart money is by the Venture Capitalists, and that's where it can be smartly used by lawyers. And so it was the recognition that I am loved, loved unconditionally, by someone who knows everything about me—Every corner and recess of my mind, any skeleton that could possibly exist in the closet of a 12-year-old kid. You know, there is someone who, with full knowledge of me, says, ‘I love you unconditionally, I care for you, and I want what's best for you.' And within that, there was a great sense of security, because now I knew that someone took an interest in me and that this is Someone of immeasurable power and knowledge and goodness. And so there's a great deal of peace and security and a comfort. And it doesn't mean that there's not times of grief and sadness, but it means in those times of grief and sadness, there's an abiding comfort. It doesn't mean that there are times of fear and doubt, but in those times of fear and doubt, there is a Presence of courage … it's very confirming, but it's also one that's that's convicting because it lets you see the world [from] different eyes. In a sense, I began to understand that there really is a difference between right and wrong and there really are some things worth fighting for. And then there are some things where it's not worth fighting for. I began to understand the importance of forgiving other people. Perhaps most importantly, I began to understand the importance of showing love to everyone that I met. Because God is crying out for people to hear and recognize His presence, in my opinion. And so if God's crying out for them, how dare I not love them as well? I want to care for everybody. I want to try to help people and encourage people. I want to reflect on the outside, this Presence that is in my life, on the inside. It really transformed me as a person and has continued to do so as I try to continue to grow even now, decades and decades later. The more time I spend with God, the better I know Him, the more intimate the relationship. As humans, we are hardwired to love truth. Truth and authenticity are things that when we see them, we just are attracted to them. We grab onto them. We like people who are authentic and true. We don't like people that are deceptive. We don't like to be with people that we don't trust. There are people in Christianity who have varying degrees of truth. They've grabbed onto I would venture to say that there are people then who are spiritual but not religious, people who have found some elements of truth and grabbed hold of them, even though they're not ready to embrace any religious system. But here's where I come out on that. I come out by saying. I want the fullest picture of truth that there can be. I hope when I'm dead and gone, people remember that I'm a person who loved his family and his faith, his God above all things … as I fought the good fight and I finished the race, and I kept the faith. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Founder of The Lanier Law Firm Inducted into the National Trial Lawyers' Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame Recognized as one of the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America” by in 2022 Benchmark Litigation Honored from 2005 to 2022 as one of America's Best Lawyers by U.S. News and World Report Named The National Law Journal's Outstanding Trial Lawyer of the Year for 2018 Honored by the National Trial Lawyers Association as their 2016 and 2018 Trial Lawyer of the Year Selected as the President of the National Trial Lawyers Association Awarded American Association of Justice's Lifetime Achievement Award LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Mark Lanier's: Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram Check out Mark's Books! Atheism on Trial: A Lawyer Examines the Case for Unbelief Christianity on Trial: A Lawyer Examines the Christian Faith Psalms for Living: Daily Prayers, Wisdom, and Guidance (1845 Books) Torah for Living: Daily Prayers, Wisdom, and Guidance (1845 Books) Mark Lanier's theological resources: Biblical Literacy and Lanier Theological Library Visit Mirena's cool website and LinkedIn Shownotes and podcast production by Caryl Veloso and her team at Writers' Ink
Hosts Chase Williams and Ryan Klein sit down for a special episode to reflect on their time at the MTMP Conference in Las Vegas and their biggest takeaways. On This Episode, We Discuss...- Attending the MTMP Conference in Las Vegas- Biggest Takeaways from the Conference- Importance of Mass Torts
Today on the podcast, Robin and Lester interview Ray Persons, Senior Litigation Partner at King and Spalding and President of the International Society of Barristers. Ray Persons: W. Ray Persons is a senior litigation partner at King & Spalding, an international law firm that represents a broad array of clients, including half of the Fortune Global 100, with 900 lawyers in 23 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Ray has a national practice focused on product liability, mass tort, class action and complex litigation. Ray has represented more than 50 of the Fortune 500 as counsel or national coordinating counsel for clients in the pharmaceutical, automotive, chemical and energy industries; he has served as lead counsel in 92 jury trials, 90 percent of which went to verdict. He has served as lead counsel in over 25 Engle progeny tobacco jury trials. He serves as national counsel in In re UST Litigation for one of the world's largest petroleum companies in claims brought by dozens of states alleging fraudulent overpayment of claims for reimbursement of costs associated with cleanup of underground storage tanks. He served as national coordinating counsel and lead trial counsel for Union Carbide Corporation in the successful defense against claims of an alleged industry-wide conspiracy to subject workers to cancer-causing chemicals. He represented one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies in a 442-plaintiff case involving claims of exposure to arsenic and chromium stemming from the 60- year operation of a manufacturing facility in New Jersey. Ray successfully defended against claims brought by 1,200 homeowners and residents who lived in the vicinity of a fertilizer plant; the chemicals of concern were arsenic, lead, mercury and sulfur dioxide. Ray is regarded as one of the best trial lawyers in the country, as evidenced by his election as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, the International Society of Barristers and the Litigation Counsel of America. He holds the rank of Advocate in the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America in four categories: Commercial Litigation, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Mass Torts, and Product Liability; Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business; Lawdragon 500; The Legal 500; Georgia Trend magazine's “Legal Elite,” and Atlanta Magazine's Georgia Super Lawyers (Top 10 for eight consecutive years). He is a member of the Defense Research Institute, Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel, International Association of Defense Counsel, and American Health Lawyers Association. Ray received his undergraduate degree in 1975 from Armstrong State College and his law degree in 1978 from The Ohio State University. He was awarded the Armstrong State University Distinguished Alumnus Award in 2000, the Moritz College of Law 2005 Distinguished Alumnus Award, The Ohio State University 2006 Distinguished Service Award, and The Ohio State University 2012 John B. Gerlach, Sr., Development Volunteer Award. Read Full Bio Links: King and Spaulding International Society of Barristers http://www.akintate.com/ https://www.gatriallawyers.net/ See You In Court Website To learn more about the Georgia Civil Justice Foundation, visit fairplay.org
It has been two years since our live MTMP spring session at the Wynn in Las Vegas. But this past week, over one thousand lawyers, paralegals, marketers, and industry people met at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas to share updates, network, and stand up for their values. Attorney https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-blom-08967143/ (Michael Blom) from the Lake Law Firm joins Grace and Liel to recap his experience at Mass Torts Made Perfect Spring Session 2022. He shares an overview of the presentation he gave covering co-counseling and an often overlooked program that grants up to $25,000 per employee to businesses impacted by the pandemic. For Michael, the most valuable moments at the conference occurred outside the conference rooms. Still, they were more frequent during one-on-one conversations with acquaintances, prospect-partners, and even as a special guest on Power of Attorney: Atty Don Wroleys TV Show. That's right, Atty Don Worley has his own TV Show. Whether you were there in person or couldn't make it this time, the conversation will provide you with a new perspective on how it was experienced by a panelist, an attorney, and a vendor all at once. Resources mentioned in our episode: https://thelakelawfirm.com/about-us/ (About the Lake Law Firm) https://mtmp.com/hotel-accommodations/ (Don't miss out MTMP Fall 2022!) https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/show/power-of-attorney-don-worley-investigation-discovery-atve-us (Power of Attorney: Don Worley) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
Mass Torts don't always start with a bang. Often the road to becoming a mass tort is long and unclear, and in this week's episode, we explore this journey by discussing two potential new mass torts that are getting started. Grace and Liel discuss how last year's voluntary recall of some aerosol personal care products deserves the attention of law firms searching for new mass tort opportunities. A Health Hazard Evaluation report said that Johnson & Johnson's tests detected levels of benzene 5 to 12 times above recommended limits set by two independent organizations. Consequently, the company issued a recall, and other companies then followed suit. This conversation explores how to start marketing for mass torts that have not yet shown their full potential or even got recognized as mass torts; being the first carries a lot of value, and that is an inexpensive risk worth taking. Resources mentioned in our episode: https://www.brutsurerecall2022.com/en (Brut and Sure voluntarily recall) https://article.images.consumerreports.org/prod/content/dam/CRO-Images-2021/Health/12Dec/FDA_Benzene_in_Sunscreen_Assessment (CDER Health Hazard Report ) https://www.consumerreports.org/sunscreen/best-sunscreens-of-the-year-a7763432372/ (Recommended Sunscreens) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
In this episode we talk with Rob Hammers of Schneider Hammers (www.schneiderhammers.com) about: -His undergrad years at UGA and the initial path he was taking to a Professorship; -His decision to go back to Law School at FSU at the ripe old age of 30 and advice for going back to school to follow a passion; -Interviewing for his first legal job by telling his employer “I don't give a $hit about a partnership track. Just give me a “f'in chance” -Meeting his eventual law partner by answering a Craigs List ad; -What is Mass Torts and what makes for a good case; -How he got into handling Mass Torts cases; -The steps in the multi year process to successfully sue the Johnson & Johnson's and Dupont's of the world in a Mass Torts case; -Finances behind the 8 and 9 figure Mass Tort case settlements we hear about on the news; -His role in making products and drugs and medical devices safer; -Thoughts on his firm doing a NIL deal with MC Hammer and adopting “Its Hammer Time” as the firm slogan -Mixed Martial arts as stress release and motivation to stay focused; -JKD martial arts discipline and martial arts fitness at The Welch Experience (thewelchexperience.com) and Balanced Motion Martial Arts (balancedmotionmartialart.com)
This week's podcast has Grace and Liel discussing the American Association for Justice 2022 Winter Convention that concluded last week in Palm Springs. They talk about their experience on the exhibitor floor, but most importantly, some of the most and least discussed Mass Torts news that came out of the conference. The convention took place in warm and sunny Palm Springs, which was the perfect setting for a convention that looked at providing as much outdoor recreation space as possible to balance the intense schedule of talks and presentations. This resulted in the exhibitor hall being forgotten in some dead-end ballroom where instead of hearing conversations between vendors and lawyers, the only sound was the background music at a relatively low volume. Still, despite all this, supporting AAJ felt great. Join the conversation to learn updates on Elmiron, Zantac, CPAP, and the recently announced deal for a potential settlement from Boy Scouts. Resources mentioned in our episode: https://nypost.com/2022/02/10/boy-scouts-deal-with-holdout-abuse-victims-clears-way-for-2-7b-settlement/ (Boy Scouts clear way for $2.7B settlement) https://www.xsocialmedia.com/legal-industry/ (Top 10 Mass Tort Campaigns Running Now) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
EPISODE #2.2: The Heart of Law with R. Brent Wisner A disarming smile, a humble shrug, a youthful face … At first glance, we have no idea who steps onto The Heart of Law's virtual stage. As always, our piercing host comes through for us. Mirena introduces us to “The 2 Billion Dollar Man” of the 2021 Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Star magazine and 2021 Clarence Darrow awardee Brent Wisner. Deeply fond of his family—his genius mother, environmental activist father, and four energetic siblings—Brent gives us a pleasant glimpse of an extraordinary upbringing. His deeply-rooted childhood fashioned in him a rare, stalwart foundation most individuals do not have. No wonder Brent approaches life with a backpack full of self-awareness beyond his years. As he talks about his life, we notice one thing: an unseen hand almost always [serendipitously] guides him to the right place at the right time. Sheer luck, is it? Perhaps … but maybe not. With all of the above, coupled with an innate drive to make "meaningful change" in people's lives, Brent simply rises “above the fray.” He walks us through the Monsanto Papers and its controversially “toxic” origins—how it could have completely shattered his budding career “ … Everyone you ever know in mass torts are sitting in this courtroom, and they're all here to watch the execution of Brent Wisner. No one's here to support me.” After a surprising turn of events, the case miraculously works out. Brent makes history. From the high profile case, Johnson vs. Monsanto Co. accidentally falling on his lap (and winning it, against all odds), to the Pilliod vs Monsanto Co. and all the other causes he fights for (as Mirena puts it), Brent just consummately tries to “right a wrong.” He gives sage advice to young lawyers, by telling them to, first, align themselves with seasoned litigators; second, “push cases to trial and state court.” Why? Because “ … Inventory settlements need to stop. Obviously, this is hurting my bottom line! Inventory settlements help my firm. We always settle higher than other people because we can try the case and we're usually heavily involved. But I think there needs to be a return to the global settlement model.” He dislikes politics, inventory settlements, hypocrisy in the MDL diversity leadership structuring. The bottom line: our principled Brent Wisner continues to make an indelible mark in this high-stakes legal climate. He is unpretentious, believes in action, and loves helping people. He says, “I just got dumb, s*** lucky.” Maybe happenstance approaches Brent more frequently than others. Perhaps it's just because of how he fundamentally approaches life. Now that we've met someone like Brent, who says: “Youth is wasted on the young?” EPISODE SURVEY: [00:06:46] - [00:14:30] Brent Rude Awakening in College [00:18:42] - [00:22:41] Self-discipline [00:46:58] - [00:52:29] Preparing for Monumental Moments [01:12:53] - [01:17:23] Young Does Not Mean Unqualified [01:26:07] - [01:35:46] How Brent Would restructure Mass Torts [01:43:13] - [01:48:30] Brent's Take on Women & Law QUOTABLE QUOTES: I honestly believe … that making a decision, whatever it is, is better than just not acting. If you're going to do something that you think is wrong, you either don't do it or knowingly know what you're doing and face the consequences of your own actions. Get to trial as often and as fast as you can. It's literally the only thing that matters. Win, lose, or draw. It will push the case toward a settlement. That's just the truth of it. I do believe in the basic idea that you want to help people and you can do that right by getting their case to trial. And if the politics are getting in the way, then f*** the politics because it's not the right thing to do and you do that enough. I think what needs to happen is men who have positions of influence need to actually give their power over to women and do so routinely. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Vice President, attorney, and a Senior Shareholder of Baum Hedlund Aristei & Goldman in San Francisco Youngest attorney in U.S. history to win a multi-million-dollar jury verdict Oversees all mass tort litigation, focusing on pharmaceutical product liability, toxic torts, and consumer fraud class actions Named “Civil Plaintiffs Trial Lawyer of the Year” by the National Trial Lawyers Association (2019) and one of “America's 50 Most Influential Trial Lawyers” by The National Law Journal (2019). Recognized by the Daily Journal as one of the “Top Plaintiffs Lawyers in California” and as one of the “Top 100 Lawyers in California.” Awarded “West Trailblazer” by The American Lawyer (2021) and the Clarence Darrow Award by Mike Papantonio (2021). LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Visit the firm that R. Brent Wisner is a part of: Baum Hedlund Aristei & Goldman Connect with Buam Hedlund on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter Read an article about how Wisner landed one of the biggest product defect awards in law history Recommended Book: The Monsanto Papers by Carey Gillam Visit Mirena's Mod Website and LinkedIn Shownotes and podcast production by Caryl Veloso
The year 2021 has witnessed the rise of new Mass Torts, the consolidation of existing ones, and a slow and silent fade of others (hmm, RoundUp). As we enter the final stretch of 2021, two new torts are breaking out, and we cover everything we know about them in this week's episode. One of them is infant formula, with the potential to have affected tens of thousands of infants all across the country. Some call it the "next big one," but there are several questions yet to be answered and a strategy requiring advanced segmentation to avoid interfering with birth injury cases. On the other hand, there are lead poisoning cases in Jackson, MS. While the qualifiers and target area are more straightforward, the complexity of torts involving municipalities, governments, and other organizations may add extra levels of complexity that make it impossible to predict where these will end. Join our conversation to hear what we know and don't know about two of the most recent mass torts out there. Resources mentioned in our episode: https://www.legalexaminer.com/category/home-family/nec-baby-formula-lawsuits/ (NEC Baby Formula Lawsuits) https://www.wjtv.com/news/local/lawsuits-filed-against-city-of-jackson-over-drinking-water/?IPID=Local (Lawsuits filed against City of Jackson over drinking water) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
One Of The Nation's Most Successful Attorneys Shares His Stories And Advice. Welcome to episode 105 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode Ken sits down with Morris Bart and they discuss exactly how he became the second largest personal injury attorney in the country and his advice for other lawyers for marketing, hiring, and persevering. Mr. Bart has been a trial lawyer for over 40 years. During his career, he has developed a national reputation as a leader in handling pharmaceutical, medical devices, and other Mass Torts litigations. In this area, he has successfully achieved many multi-million dollar recoveries for his clients. Mr. Bart has also been a pioneer in legal marketing in America and has lectured extensively on the subject at Tulane University, Loyola Law School, and University of New Orleans. What you'll learn about in this episode: Morris Bart's background, and how he went into law and eventually found himself as one of the biggest personal injury lawyers in the country. What Morris did to be on his way to become one of the most respected marketers in his profession. How Morris came up with his ubiquitous tag line “One Call, That's All”. Why television marketing needs to be the cornerstone of any attorney's advertising budget, even in the age of digital. Why having charisma is an important part of an advertising campaign, regardless of the amount of money one has to spend. What Morris has, and hasn't, changed about operating his firm during the pandemic. The issues that Morris has had recently when it comes to hiring new employees and what he's doing to address that. Advice for young lawyers who are trying to succeed in a difficult market. Resources: Website: https://www.morrisbart.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/morrisbartlawfirm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MorrisBartLawFirm Twitter: https://twitter.com/morrisbart?lang=en Additional Resources: PILMMA's Super Summit https://learn.pilmma.org/pilmma-super-summit-2021 The Mastermind Effect: https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect/ PILMMA's Free Resources: https://www.pilmma.org/free-resources/ PILMMA Join Page: https://learn.pilmma.org/join-pilmma
Special guest Myriam Gilles, the Paul R. Verkuil Research Chair and Professor of Law at Cardozo Law School. Hosted by Scott Dodson.
Two events, one topic, over three hundred first-time attendees, hundreds of vendors, and a few Mass Torts stealing the show. Welcome to our recap episode of 2021 Fall Mass Tort Conferences. Grace and Liel review two back-to-back conferences with one thinking in common: Mass Torts. Grace shares her experience attending for the first time https://womenenmass.com/ (Women in Mass), an event held in Aspen, Colorado, gathering women from all backgrounds and roles that share their involvement in Mass Torts in some way or another. Another event at the center of this episode was the much-awaited return of https://mtmp.com/?utm_source=Kerigan%20Marketing&utm_medium=Google%20Search&utm_campaign=Ligitation%20Projects&gclid=CjwKCAjwzaSLBhBJEiwAJSRoknRdGvOhA3yP7UKSsl1wzR3r3THeaunHVRbzV2lULC_sDrUpUGZYGBoCmMYQAvD_BwE (Mass Torts Made Perfect), an in-person event at Las Vegas, held last week after a two-year break due to, well, you know what. We discuss what is in and out in the Mass Torts world, among other things. Resources mentioned in our episode: https://leadersinmasstorts.com/ (Leaders in Mass Torts) https://forpersist.com/ (Persist Commmunications) https://www.amazon.com/Mass-Torts-Industry-Everything-Practice-ebook/dp/B098PMW73F (Mass Torts A to Z by Edward Lake Esq. ) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
Purdue Pharma. Asbestos. Boy Scouts. Tobacco. Birth Defects. Medical Devices. The Opioid Crisis. Airline accidents. The common threat tying all of these things together is that they generate litigation - a lot of it. Mass Torts are big business - if the plaintiffs can survive the decades it takes to finally see the start of a trial. Join us as we learn, from the inside, exactly what is involved in seeking and obtaining justice for plaintiffs wronged on a mass scale.
Leila Billings is the Owner & Managing Attorney for The Mass Torts Law Firm & Liberty Red Legal Group. A passionate and compassionate female litigator, Leila focuses her work on litigating in the mass tort space, specifically dangerous drugs, products liability, toxic torts, serious personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice cases, as well as intellectual property cases. Leila received her dual JD and MBA from Nova Southeastern University and has a degree in psychology from Boston University. Before focusing on mass torts, Leila spent 10+ years working in the real estate transaction field. Before launching her own law firm, most recently Leila was an attorney with Kelley | Uustal, where she built the firm's mass torts division from scratch. In March 2020 she hung up her own shingle. In addition to being a successful female trial lawyer, Leila is also a community leader and is committed to furthering access for justice and using her law degree for good. She is a supporter of women's rights and the advancement of women lawyers. Leila currently serves as President of Broward County Trial Lawyers Association, Past President of Broward County Hispanic Bar Association, Wellness Committee of Broward County Bar Association, and Broward County Women Lawyers Association. Billings founded and sits on the Board of Directors of Attorneys For HOPE, a non-profit dedicated to providing pro bono legal services and support to the elderly in the South Florida community. Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org
Ralph welcomes Professor Elizabeth Burch to talk about her work researching how a certain mechanism in the civil justice system called Multi-District Litigation (MDL) is undermining your constitutional right to have your day in court. Then, Professor Jane Hall stops by to discuss the state of the media in her new book, “Politics and the Media: Intersections and New Directions.”
Marcus Susen is a board certified civil trial lawyer in Florida. Mr. Susen was lead counsel in the consolidated Essure birth control litigation in the Eastern District of PA. The national litigation settled for approximately $1.6 billion in 2020. He then went on to launch his own nationwide practice, Susen Law Group, representing consumers injured by defective drugs, medical devices, sex abuse, and more. He currently serves on the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee for the Paragard birth control litigation and focuses his practice on women's health advocacy. On the show, Susen discusses the questionable relationship between the FDA and big pharma, the future of mass torts, and MDL reform efforts. You don't want to miss this inside perspective. As always please remember to subscribe and follow Mass Tort News on social media. Enjoy the show.
Paraquat, the weed-killing herbicide that has been linked with causing Parkinson's disease, has been gaining more and more attention, particularly since the beginning of the year. And if you want to know how this mass tort has developed over the past few months, this episode is for you. Despite being banned in over thirty countries globally, Paraquat has not been banned yet in the United States. The use of Paraquat in the U.S. has only continued to grow in recent years. Because Paraquat is only allowed to be used by licensed professionals, there is a path to tracing where this harmful pesticide is being used. In our conversation, we discuss how to use digital platforms to discover the potential heat zones of Paraquat cases and how to target them. Resources mentioned in our episode: https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/update-dc-epa-allows-usage-hazardous-pesticide-paraquat-continue-us (Help protect people from Paraquat) https://incamerapodcast.com/episodes/under-the-radar-2021-q1-mass-torts/ (Under the Radar – 2021 Q1 Mass Torts) https://leadersinmasstorts.com/services/retainer-procurement/ (Leaders of Mass Torts) https://nanatomedia.com/blog/paraquat-new-mass-tort-opportunity-for-law-firms/ (Paraquat: New Mass Tort Opportunity for Law Firms) https://water.usgs.gov/nawqa/pnsp/usage/maps/show_map.php?year=2017&map=PARAQUAT&hilo=H (Estimated Agricultural Use for Paraquat, 2017) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
Sara Williams is a woman who embodies authenticity, boldness, and power. She grew up as a self-proclaimed Army brat, moving around the world with her family.Her original plan was to be an accountant, but, as you've already guessed, she eventually went to law school.After graduating, she tried her first case just two weeks after passing the bar. She quickly discovered her love of being a trial lawyer.In this episode, Sara takes us on her life journey of what it means to lean in to who she is and be unashamedly herself. From stories of people trying to rein in her personality to mentoring others who have been told all their life that they're “mean,” Sara shares with us her passion for living proudly and boldly and how this fuels her success as a trial attorney.Law Firm SEO by Jason HennesseyGet it on AmazonDownload on AudibleSupport the show
Purdue Pharma. Asbestos. Boy Scouts. Tobacco. Birth Defects. Medical Devices. The Opioid Crisis. Airline accidents. The common threat tying all of these things together is that they generate litigation - a lot of it. Mass Torts are big business - if the plaintiffs can survive the decades it takes to finally see the start of a trial. Join us as we learn, from the inside, exactly what is involved in seeking and obtaining justice for plaintiffs wronged on a mass scale.
Purdue Pharma. Asbestos. Boy Scouts. Tobacco. Birth Defects. Medical Devices. The Opioid Crisis. Airline accidents. The common threat tying all of these things together is that they generate litigation - a lot of it. Mass Torts are big business - if the plaintiffs can survive the decades it takes to finally see the start of a trial. Join us as we learn, from the inside, exactly what is involved in seeking and obtaining justice for plaintiffs wronged on a mass scale.
Many people know Mike Papantonio for his leadership and creative litigation strategies in mass torts. But…that's only a tiny sliver of makes Mike Mike. He's a proud father, jazz musician, pilot, oil painter, scuba diver, snowboarder, racquetball player, and powerful advocate for people who have been wronged by corporations. He's also just your regular guy who orders Whataburger for lunch and makes himself a peanut butter sandwich for dinner. In this episode, Luke and Pap explore complex life questions like, “how do you ensure you don't get too comfortable,” “what do you want to be remembered for,” and “what would you say to someone who looks at you and feels small in comparison”? As we listen in, we can hear Mike's passion for living a life well-lived.Law Firm SEO by Jason HennesseyGet it on AmazonDownload on AudibleSupport the show
The world of mass torts is ever-changing, and while some torts can take years to develop, others can lose their momentum in the blink of an eye. In this week's conversation, we review which mass torts have captured our attention in 2021 and which old ones continue to remain relevant and gain even more interest. While RoundUp, Talcum Poder, and Hernia Mesh are not showing any signs of going away anytime soon, other mass torts have come and gone without having made much of an impact, and in our conversation, we review which ones are those. Our conversation explores which mass torts are likely to become the next big thing and are still at a very early stage. So if you have been waiting to be ahead of the curve in identifying mass tort opportunities before anyone else, join us! Resources mentioned in this episode: https://nanatomedia.com/blog/mass-tort-legal-marketing-trends-for-2021/ (Mass Tort Legal Marketing Trends for 2021) https://mtmp.com/registration/ (MTMP Virtual Vegas) https://leadersinmasstorts.com/services/ (Leaders in Mass Torts) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
Listen in to the LEC's virtual Symposium on the Economics and Law of Civil Remedies: Developments in Damages and Nationwide Injunctions to hear a panel discussion on "The Controversy over Trends in High Damage Awards: A Discussion on Causes and Consequences" featuring: David Ball, Trial Consultant, Malekpour & Ball Litigation Strategy Mark A. Behrens, Co-Chair, Public Policy Practice Group, Shook Hardy & Bacon John H. Beisner, Partner, Litigation, Mass Torts, Insurance, and Consumer Litigation Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP Laura Frank Sedrish, Partner, Jacoby & Meyers Moderator: Brock A. Swartzle, Judge, Michigan Court of Appeals To watch the full video recording of the panel discussion, click here.
#18: In this episode of Settlement Nation we chat with Aimee Wagstaff, the founding partner of Andrus Wagstaff. Aimee has dedicated her professional life fighting against pharmaceutical and medical device companies. The vast majority of her litigation is done through national mass tort consolidations and she has been appointed by federal and state court Judges across the country to co-lead four national litigations, representing tens of thousands of injured claimants. In this episode we discuss how Aimee was the lead trial counsel in the only federal Roundup trial (Edwin Hardeman v Monsanto Company) resulting in a $80,267,634.10 verdict.
Product distributors, online retailers, and owners of facilities that are open to the public, may be wondering about their risk of personal injury claims stemming from COVID-19. On this episode of the Harris Beach Podcast, Senior Counsel Dan Strecker from our Mass Torts and Industry-wide Litigation practice group discusses personal injury liability in the age of COVID-19. Related Links: Dan Strecker Bio - http://bit.ly/2MNp53MMass Torts and Industry-wide Litigation Team - http://bit.ly/3rqZIUcDownload Episode Transcript
Eric Bersano is the Vice President of Business Development at Market My Market. Eric has been in the legal marketing industry for quite some time and focused specifically on mass torts for the past 10 years. If you would like to reach out to Eric with any additional questions, please email him at eric@marketmymarket.com or you can call him on his cell phone at 310-889-8777. On This Episode, We Discuss ...- How To Decide Which Mass Tort You Should Pursue- Who Is This a Great Fit For?- The Best Mediums for Getting the Best Cases- Finding a Firm to Partner With- Biggest Pitfalls in the Mass Torts Process
Seth and Jay chat with Jerry Parker, legendary Mass Torts lawyer who built national plaintiff's firm Parker Waichman and talk about innovation, taking risk, and the value of investing back into your firm. Sponsors: BluSharkDigital https://www.blusharkdigital.com - SEO for Law Firms PriceBenowitz https://www.pricebenowitz.com DC, MD, VA Lawyers FirmFlex https://www.getfirmflex.com - Social Media Marketing for Lawyers Ruane Attorneys https://www.ruaneattorneys.com - Connecticut Criminal and Civil Rights Lawyers MaximumLawyer https://www.maximumlawyer.com For more information follow our page! https://www.fb.me/maximumgrowthlive #maximumgrowthlive #maximumlawyer SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Sharing and subscribing are great ways to help us to get the word out about the show.
Seth and Jay chat with Jerry Parker, legendary Mass Torts lawyer who built national plaintiff's firm Parker Waichman and talk about innovation, taking risk, and the value of investing back into your firm. Sponsors: BluSharkDigital https://www.blusharkdigital.com - SEO for Law Firms PriceBenowitz https://www.pricebenowitz.com DC, MD, VA Lawyers FirmFlex https://www.getfirmflex.com - Social Media Marketing for Lawyers Ruane Attorneys https://www.ruaneattorneys.com - Connecticut Criminal and Civil Rights Lawyers MaximumLawyer https://www.maximumlawyer.com For more information follow our page! https://www.fb.me/maximumgrowthlive #maximumgrowthlive #maximumlawyer SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Sharing and subscribing are great ways to help us to get the word out about the show.
This episode explores the multidistrict litigation (MDL) from their origins to current examples and recommended reforms.When complex issues effect large numbers of people, MDLs are often seen as the most efficient way to consolidate and manage those cases, recent examples include opioids and Roundup.Led by MDL expert and scholar Elizabeth Chamblee Burch, participants will discuss the nuances of MDLs and examine how all involved in the process should never lose sight of the human element in these cases. The panel will also explore the role of the MDL judge and address MDL’s pain points as they relate to appellate opportunities, plaintiffs’ attorneys, and more. The episode will conclude with the panel offering some of their own ideas for reform.Moderator: Elizabeth Chamblee Burch – University of Georgia School of LawPanelists:John H. Beisner – SkaddenAbbe Gluck – Yale Law SchoolShanin Specter – Kline and Specter
Episode #13: What is a mass tort and who is eligible?For this episode of the Breaking Down The Law Podcast we're joined by Tiffany Little, a Mass Torts Specialist. She's joined by Breaking Down The Law Podcast host, Ashley Rodriguez.During today’s episode, we’ll be learning exactly what a mass tort is?What is a Mass Tort Case?What is the difference between a Mass Tort and a Class Action Litigation?The main difference between mass torts and class actions is how the large group of plaintiffs is treated.Is it still safe to consume the medications or still have the device implanted?What if someone is experiencing issues from a medication; how do I find out if there is a potential claim/lawsuit?What if someone doesn’t have the medicine anymore, how will they prove they took the medication?What if they already had several health issues and pre-existing conditions? Does that mean they would not qualify for a claim?How long do these types of cases usually take?What happens if they die and their case is still open?Tiffany discusses these points and so many more, so we hope you’ll join us for this episode! You can learn more about Tiffany by visiting her online at www.attorneyguss.com.Stay tuned for the next installment of the Breaking Down The Law Podcast with Stewart J Guss and Ashley Rodriguez!Contact Us: 281-783-3934 or BreakingDownTheLaw@gmail.com
In Episode 17 we meet with John Beisiner, the leader of Skadden’s Mass Torts, Insurance and Consumer Litigation Group. Over the past 35 years, John has defended major U.S. and international corporations in more than 600 class actions filed in federal courts and in 40 state courts at both the trial and appellate levels. While some might believe that Jay, the Founder and CEO of a prominent plaintiff’s firm, and John are mortal enemies, they dive into a spirited discussion about the Class Action Fairness Act (CAFA), the “underbelly of the plaintiff’s bar”, and litigation financing.
Atty https://www.instagram.com/mcdonaldworleypc/?hl=en (McDonald Worley) joins us for a behind de scenes conversation on the most and least talked about Mass Torts in 2020 so far. Don, shares what led his law firm to recently open a new office in Fort Lauderdale, what do the recent talcum powder and RoundUp settlements mean, and why is the momentum that Zantac is having justifiable. We also talk about the first wave of claims coming up as a result of Covid-19, what Don learn during his fight with Covid-19 and how he is leading his team in a time of growth and expansion for his law firm amid a pandemic. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://mcdonaldworley.com/ (McDonald Worley) https://leadersinmasstorts.com/ (Leaders in Mass Torts) https://mtmp.com/ (MASS TORTS MADE PERFECT) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
In this week's conversation Grace and Liel discuss the latest RoundUp 10 billion settlement, and how the news has been received amongst the Mass Torts community. We discuss why the announcement of Neeva, an ad-free and privacy centered search engine platform by former Google Ads vice president, Sridhar Ramaswamy, can disrupt the search marketing space for some law firms. And why joining hundreds of advertisers who are suspending their advertising campaigns on Facebook in July could pay off and strengthen your position within your community. Plus, we look at some of the highlights of SMX Next, the replacement to year's SMX Advanced, that turned out to be a series of relevant and approachable conversations about SEO and SEM during these unpredictable times. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/24/business/roundup-settlement-lawsuits.html (Roundup Maker to Pay $10 Billion to Settle Cancer Suits) https://nanatomedia.com/blog/smx-next-june-2020-day-1-recap/ (SMX Next Day 1 Recap) https://nanatomedia.com/blog/smx-next-june-2020-day-2-recap/ (SMX Next Day 2 Recap) https://gateway.on24.com/wcc/gateway/eliteThirdDoorMedia2/2255985 (SMX Next on demand) https://about.ads.microsoft.com/en-us/insights/covid19-insights-for-advertisers (Microsoft COVID-19 insights and resources for advertisers) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
In this week's conversation, Grace shares a recent presentation that Persist Communications put together, along with other Mass Tort experts for MTMP Connect webinar series. Grace shares in-depth insights on how Mass Torts are identified in the first place and the extensive process that has to take place before a Mass Tort gets reviewed by the “Blue Ribbon” panel of judges. Are recalls necessary to determine the potential of a mass tort? Questions like this are the center for the conversation that explores why there is no one secret formula identifying a potential mass torts and why even when some feel very strongly about a case, others may not see the potential. We review the five metrics that your digital marketing strategy has to be based on to be profitable: Total Conversion Rate Campaign-Level Conversions Cost Per Conversion Leads to Close Ratio Cost Per Acquisition Resources mentioned in this episode: https://mtmp.com/registration/ (MTMP Fall Seminar ) https://mtmp.com/connect/ (MTMP Connect) https://leadersinmasstorts.com/ (Leaders in Mass Torts) Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
In this week's conversation, we explore the 10 Mass Torts you must know about in 2020. Whether you are experienced in marketing and handling mass torts - or you are just getting started, this conversation will give you insights into what is gaining momentum, what keeps going strong, and what is already out. Liel, explains how to decide on a digital strategy to generate leads for each type of mass tort in the list and why some networks work better than others depending on the specific data on the demographic group affected and the search volume that exists on keywords related to the mass tort. Want to share your experience marketing for a mass tort in this list? Get in touch. You can connect with us by visiting our website: http://incamerapodcast.com/ (incamerapodcast.com) Resources mentioned in this episode: https://leadersinmasstorts.com/2020/05/14/8-mass-tort-cases-to-watch-in-2020/ (10 Mass Tort Cases to Watch in 2020) https://crooked.com/articles/antiracism-resources/ (Take a stand against racism) Please send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
In this West Coast edition of “Trial Attorneys: Open for Business,” Attorney Robert E. Cartwright, Jr. of San Francisco based Cartwright Law Firm (www.cartwrightlaw.com) and Attorney R. Brent Wisner of Los Angeles based Baum, Hedlund, Aristei & Goldman, PC (www.baumhedlundlaw.com) join returning guest, mediator Attorney Sarah E. Worley of Boston based Worley Conflict Resolution (www.worleyconflictresolution.com ). Addressing his experience with defense counsel while courts remain closed for trials, Cartwright expresses encouragement about the progression of Discovery, virtual depositions, and virtual mediations. Wisner explains how his Mass Tort practice has transitioned to focusing on areas that do not require in-person interactions. Worley, who transformed her national mediation practice in mid-March to a virtual platform via Zoom, states: “I am mediating every day.” Worley also explains that insurance company decision-makers have actually become more accessible during virtual mediations. Addressing his experience with virtual mediations, Cartwright states that Zoom works “pretty well,” but long-term “we are going to be in trouble if we cannot figure out how to get cases to trial. . . Without the threat of a trial, it's hard to have the leverage to settle a case.” Looking to the future of Mass Torts once Stay-at-Home orders begin easing, Wisner foresees the need for significant, in-person catch-up. Before then, Wisner comments about ongoing innovation and adaptation in Mass Torts such as the recent stipulation for the appointment of a Special Master in the Zantac litigation. Commenting about how that Special Master has organized the parties to negotiate discovery agreements, Wisner states: “We've made more progress during Covid in this limited time than I have ever seen happen in a MDL, and yet, we haven't even physically met each other one time.” As Poock states: “This is what innovators do. They adapt.”
Every year attorneys and legal marketers look forward to Mass Torts Made Perfect (MTMP). It's one of a kind event where both big industry players and novices get to share two and a half days of intense conferences and social gatherings with one common goal: Growth and diversification. But like many other events, MTMP's spring edition was postponed, but that doesn't mean that Mass Torts are losing relevancy in these times of the pandemic; as a matter of fact, they are more relevant than ever, and in this week's conversation Grace and Liel explore why. From answering questions as basic as what are mass torts and what is the difference between mass torts and class actions, Grace explains why a law firm that has the opportunity to invest in advertising, should be considering getting involved in mass torts. Whether you are interested in finding out about co-counseling opportunities or how to identify potential mass torts at the early stages, this conversation is for you. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://mtmp.com/connect/ (MTMP CONNECT) https://www.gacovinolake.com/ (Gacovino, Lake & Associates, P.C.) You can connect with us by visiting our website: incamerapodcast.com Send us your questions at ask@incamerapodcast.com Enjoy the show? Please don't forget to subscribe, tell your coworkers, and leave us a review!
Rex discusses his legal team including Robert Kennedy,Jr, John Morgan, and Brian Panish for the amazing challenges and corruptive affairs of Oil & Gas or other similar mass torts targeted industries. "I have never seen anything this scandalous".For lawyers that are gonna get involved with the oil industry, you have to be prepared when there are "no rules." You look no further than Exxon whose own reports 50 years ago said climate change is caused by what we're doing, let's keep it a secret and let's get ready to drill when the ice melts on the North Pole!Further Inspirations:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1787816/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1294164/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9071322/Support the show (http://rexparris.juryanalyst.com)
The legal pressure on the pharmaceutical companies involved in America's opioid crisis is ramping up! I'm joined today by attorney Doug Zanes of Zanes Law, an Arizona-based injury law firm that serves clients nationwide. Together, we'll discuss the ongoing legal cases against opioids manufacturers, including the implications of Purdue's bankruptcy filing and Oklahoma's landmark $572M verdict against Johnson & Johnson. We'll also talk about the future of mass torts involving the role drug manufacturers played in the opioid crisis. Update 10/4/19: This interview was taped before J&J's recent $20.4M settlement agreement with two Ohio counties. Brought to you by: We Do Web Content and SEO Happy Hour https://www.wedowebcontent.com/ https://zaneslaw.com/
In this episode, we will review the changing look of defendants in asbestos-related claims. Historically, we saw a few defendants, primarily large manufacturers, as the targets of asbestos-related claims, but now we see many more smaller companies being named as defendants. In this episode, Brouse McDowell’s Jodi Spencer Johnson and KCIC’s Elizabeth Hanke discuss this trend in more detail as well as the implications it raises in insurance coverage.
* Use coupon code PODCAST25 for 25% off this webcast * Webcast URL: https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/navigating-mass-torts-litigation/ A large number of mass torts filed over the previous year involve drugs including Xarelto, Risperdal, Opioids and Pradaxa. One notable case is the mass tort against pharmaceutical giant Hoffmann La-Roche with over 500 lawsuits claiming that users of the company's acne drug Accutane, developed inflammatory bowel disease. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled in favor of Hoffmann La-Roche with its dismissal of the mass tort case. The Court said that the plaintiffs failed to prove that Roche failed to provide internal research to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Understanding mass tort case verdicts such as this, as well as the upcoming ones, is critical in devising effective litigation strategies. Join a panel of key thought leaders and professionals assembled by The Knowledge Group as they bring the audience to a road beyond the basics of bringing or defending against a mass tort lawsuit and as they delve into the depth-analysis of the current trends and recent court rulings. Speakers will also provide the audience with practical strategies in bringing out the best in these lawsuits in a rapidly evolving legal climate. For anymore information please click on the webcast url at the top of this description.
Decades ago no one thought we would still be talking about asbestos claims, but yet here we are. While they certainly have slowed, they have not stopped and, in some ways, have gotten worse. The emerging claim trends are affecting disputes over insurance coverage, making asbestos a problem that doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon. In this episode, we will highlight the claims data for 2018 and identify the claims trends and insurance coverage issues to be discussed in future episodes.
A 2015 report from the the International Agency for Research on Cancer provoked several lawsuits against Monsanto (now Bayer) after the agency found a link between the active ingredient in Roundup, glyphosate. A U.S. court is currently examining whether or not glyphosate cause non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and if Bayer-Monsanto knew of and tried to bury evidence of its carcinogenic product. Link mentioned: Of Mice, Monsanto and a Mysterious TumorResources: EPA Glyphosate StudyMonsanto and EPA work together to slow glyphosate study
Growing up as a kid, one of Mike Papantonio’s favorite books was To Kill a Mockingbird, with its sympathetic lawyer hero Atticus Finch. Today, he’s a champion of the abused and victimized. Mike has become known as the “King of Mass Torts” for his innovative approach to maximizing his cases and client recoveries. It’s earned him the Defender of Justice award by the American Association for Justice, among many other awards. Mike Papantonio sat down with FJA Radio host Harvey Bennett in late August 2017 to discuss the keys to his success, his keen concern about fellow lawyers - both plaintiff and defense, and the connection between personal innovation and your quality of life. Show Notes: Mike Papantonio is with the Levin Papantonio Law Firm in Pensacola, Florida – www.levinlaw.com Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Visit the Florida Justice Association Podcast Webpage for full details and extras on this podcast. The Titans of Trial podcast, sponsored by the Florida Justice Association Research and Education Foundation, features Florida’s legendary trial attorneys revealing their keys to success – in law practice and in personal life – in their own words. Behind the sometimes tough courtroom veneer lies the heart of a champion advocate. Sometimes whimsical, often inspirational, but always with practical advice and lessons, Titans of Trial shares the personal stories of the men and women who’ve made a demonstrated difference to the practice of trial law in Florida.
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member Steve Babin about Mass Torts and multidistrict litigation.
Sean Keith and Mason Boling break down mass torts in this episode of Inside Look At Legal.
In this episode, Scott talks about how a doctor can make a mistake that can really make your case a challenge. And, he interviews Mass Torts lawyer Rajesh "Raj" Kanuru, who explains what a Mass Tort is, how to know if you might have a case, and what to do if you think you were hurt by a medical device of medicine/drug.
One of the nations premier legal experts and administrator of Mass Torts, Kenneth Feinberg, joins Speaking of Justice this week to discuss his newly announced role as the point man for VW of America in resolving their emissions scandal and the claims that are arising as a result. Ken Feinberg has evolved into the "go to guy" on just about every major Mass Tort, ranging from his work on the 9/11 settlements, to the BP Oil Spill, the Sandusky claims, GM ignition litigation and others. His firm, Feinberg Law Offices is in constant demand when large scale solutions are needed for complex and tragic litigation. In this audio podcast host Mark Wahlstrom and Ken Feinberg discus not just the VW case, but the issues that arise when a special master, or "settlement czar" is appointed to expedite settlements outside of the typical mass tort or class action process. Does it provide a better result for claimants? Is it a material threat to the legal rights of injured parties? Are lawyers simply opposed because it cuts them out of the compensation model?
One of the nations premier legal experts and administrator of Mass Torts, Kenneth Feinberg, joins Speaking of Justice this week to discuss his newly announced role as the point man for VW of America in resolving their emissions scandal and the claims that are arising as a result. Ken Feinberg has evolved into the "go to guy" on just about every major Mass Tort, ranging from his work on the 9/11 settlements, to the BP Oil Spill, the Sandusky claims, GM ignition litigation and others. His firm, Feinberg Law Offices is in constant demand when large scale solutions are needed for complex and tragic litigation. In this audio podcast host Mark Wahlstrom and Ken Feinberg discus not just the VW case, but the issues that arise when a special master, or "settlement czar" is appointed to expedite settlements outside of the typical mass tort or class action process. Does it provide a better result for claimants? Is it a material threat to the legal rights of injured parties? Are lawyers simply opposed because it cuts them out of the compensation model? Follow Speaking of Justice on Facebook, SoundCloud, Itunes and other social media sites.
On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen is talking about Medicare Set Asides with colleague and co-host, Lynn DeMauro Clark and guest, Attorney John "Jay" F. Kearns III from the firm Kearns & Kearns. They take a look at mass torts and the facts surrounding the US v. James J. Stricker case. In addition, Jay explores the Medicare Medicaid SCHIP Extension Act of 2007 (MMSEA) and how it has created an uproar among insurers and personal injury lawyers and talks about Stricker's overall significance to plaintiff attorneys.
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