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The Suboxone MDL 3092 "What To Know"
Mass Tort News LegalCast - April 30, 2024 13:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this LegalCast episode hosted by Mark York, attorneys Sara Papantonio of Levin Papantonio and Davis Cooper of Cooper Law Partners discuss the Suboxone MDL 3092 (Multi-District Litigation). Sara and Davis, both recently appointed to the plaintiff's steering committee, provide insights into the...
Mass Tort Minute with Joseph Fantini
Mass Tort News LegalCast - March 05, 2024 14:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode of LegalCast on Mass Tort News, host Mark York welcomes Joseph Fantini from Philadelphia's Rosen Injury Law to discuss the latest updates in mass tort litigation. Fantini highlights Roundup as the hottest ongoing tort, with multiple trials underway and Bayer facing significant ve...
Camp Lejeune Questions? No Juries, Opt Outs & Cancer Study explained with Nevin Wisnoski
Mass Tort News LegalCast - February 27, 2024 19:47 - 4 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this LegalCast episode, Mark York hosts Nevin Wisnowski, an associate attorney at Napoli Shkolnik, to provide an in-depth update on the Camp Lejeune litigation. Nevin discusses the current status of the litigation, highlighting impending deadlines for filing administrative notices of claim an...
Study Links Camp Lejeune Toxic Water to New Cancers with Hunter Shkolnik
Mass Tort News LegalCast - February 02, 2024 22:59 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this LegalCast episode, Elisa D'Amico sits down with Hunter Shkolnik of Napoli Shkolnik to discuss the recently published government study on water contamination at Camp Lejeune. The study reveals alarming findings related to diseases and cancers associated with exposure to the contaminated w...
Testimony on Proposed FRCP 16.1 with Jose Rojas
Mass Tort News LegalCast - January 30, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this LegalCast episode, Elisa D'Amico engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jose Rojas from Levin, Rojas, Camassar & Reck LLC. The discussion begins with an exploration of Jose's recent testimony before the rules committee on Rule 16.1, a federal rule integral to the MDL structure....
Sexual Abuse Litigation Innovator with Adam Slater
Mass Tort News LegalCast - January 23, 2024 18:08 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn 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 conv...
Critical Deadline: Inside the 3M Combat Arms Earplug Settlement with Jennifer Hoekstra
Mass Tort News LegalCast - January 18, 2024 14:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsDiscover crucial insights into the 3M Combat Arms Earplug settlement process, upcoming deadlines, and the positive momentum in this groundbreaking case (MDL 2885). Jennifer Hoekstra of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz sheds light on the accelerated timeline, attrition rates, and the immense c...
Exploring the Legal Challenges in Social Media and Gaming Addiction Cases with Patrick Luff
Mass Tort News LegalCast - December 22, 2023 21:16 - 37 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe conversation between Elisa D'Amico and Patrick Luff discusses the complex world of social media and gaming litigation, the legal intricacies, and the evolving landscape of accountability for online platforms. They explore the impact of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which shi...
Hair Relaxer: the Culture, the Legal Process, and the Scope of Harm with Danielle Ward Mason
Mass Tort News LegalCast - December 12, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this LegalCast Elisa D'Amico interviews Danielle Ward Mason about her journey to founding a new law firm and her focus on hair relaxer litigation. Danielle discusses the challenges and motivations behind launching the firm with Tina Bullock, highlighting their alignment in values and the desi...
Forecasting An MDL Viability "What are the tells" with Joseph Fantini
Mass Tort News LegalCast - December 05, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this LegalCast episode, host Mark York engages in a deep dive into the world of mass torts with Joe Fantini from Rosen Injury Lawyers. Joe's extensive legal journey, from a law clerk in Philadelphia's Court of Common Pleas to transitioning between defense and plaintiff representation, provide...
LitFin and Mass Torts in ’24 ”Looking Great” with Ted Farrell
Mass Tort News LegalCast - November 28, 2023 20:44 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis 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 ...
PFAS in America – Fixing Forever Chemical Risks with Mike Stag
Mass Tort News LegalCast - November 21, 2023 14:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsMike Stag and Mark York, unpack the impact of PFAS chemicals in firefighting foam. This case is the linchpin for settling PFAS-related issues nationwide, highlighting the widespread contamination these 'forever chemicals' cause. The discussion spans the alarming effects of PFAS, its non-biod...
The Power of Trust: Insights from a Board Certified Trial Lawyer with Miriam Fresco Agrait
Mass Tort News LegalCast - November 14, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsMiriam Fresco Agrait shares her experiences, journey, and the driving force behind her legal career, emphasizing the profound impact of being people-facing. From her time as a prosecutor, where she represented the state of Florida and the crime victims, to her role in mass torts, Miriam has alw...
Looking Closer at Maryland’s Youth Sex Abuse Claims with Todd Mathews
Mass Tort News LegalCast - November 07, 2023 14:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsMark York from MassTort News sits down with Todd Mathews from the Bailey Glasser Firm to discuss critical legal topics, including the Maryland sex abuse cases and other significant issues. Todd Mathews, a partner at the Bailey Glasser firm, starts by providing some background about his firm's i...
Jose Rojas NEC MDL 3026 Innovator
Mass Tort News LegalCast - October 18, 2023 18:16 - 51 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsReady to be at the forefront of legal news that could impact your life and future? Join our Mass Tort News Newsletter today, and become part of a community dedicated to justice, accountability, and awareness. https://masstortnews.org/ Mark York engages in a detailed discussion of the NEC ne...
Milestone's Interactive Payment Portal with Amy Fogle
Mass Tort News LegalCast - October 03, 2023 13:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsWelcome to LegalCast by MassTort News! In this episode, our host Mark York sits down with Amy Fogle from Milestone, a pioneering company in post-settlement solutions. Amy shares insights into Milestone's innovative approach to complex litigation, mass torts, MDLs, and more. In a rapidly evol...
Exposing the Troubled Teen Institutional Industry with Caleb Cunningham
Mass Tort News LegalCast - September 26, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this eye-opening LegalCast, Caleb Cunningham from Levin Papantonio Rafferty and Mark York discuss the harrowing realities of the Troubled Teen Industry, shedding light on the rampant abuse and negligence these facilities perpetrate. This multi-billion dollar, unregulated industry operates un...
The Toxic Truth About Ethylene Oxide with Nevin Wisnoski
Mass Tort News LegalCast - September 19, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsWelcome to this episode of LegalCast with Elisa D'Amico and Nevin Wisnoski. In this eye-opening conversation, they discuss the urgent issue of ethylene oxide exposure and its devastating effects on communities in the United States. Ethylene oxide, a known human carcinogen, has been used in medi...
$6.1 Billion Global Settlement Value for 3M MDL 2885 with Jennifer Hoekstra
Mass Tort News LegalCast - September 15, 2023 23:07 - 15 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsMark York engages in a comprehensive discussion with Jennifer Hoekstra, the lead counsel in the 3M earplugs litigation. Together, they break down the momentous $6.01 billion global resolution, shedding light on various aspects of this significant legal milestone. Jennifer Hoekstra begins by ...
Roblox Exposing Children to Sexually Explicit Content with Anne Andrews and Rob Siko
Mass Tort News LegalCast - September 05, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe LegalCast video features Anne Andrews and Rob Siko discussing a class action lawsuit against Roblox, a popular online gaming platform for children. The video highlights concerns regarding the platform's safety features, deceptive representations to parents, and explicit content accessible t...
The J&J Talc Takedown: Insights from the Front Lines with Leigh O'Dell
Mass Tort News LegalCast - August 29, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsElisa D’Amico interviews attorney Leigh O'Dell about the ongoing talc lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson (J&J). The discussion focuses on J&J's attempt to use bankruptcy to avoid liabilities and its implications for the tort system. Leigh O'Dell explains how J&J's bankruptcy strategy aimed to se...
PFAS in America Explained with Andrew Croner
Mass Tort News LegalCast - August 22, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsMark York interviews Andrew Croner from Napoli Shkolnik, a law firm actively involved in the PFOS, PFOA, and AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam) settlement in the MDL (multidistrict litigation) and the Flint, Michigan water crisis. Andrew Croner, the head of the environmental department at Napoli...
Major Developments in Talc and Roundup Litigation with Majed Nachawati
Mass Tort News LegalCast - August 08, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsMajed Nachawati provides updates on the Talc litigation (MDL 2738), specifically focusing on the recent dismissal of J&J's second bankruptcy filing by Judge Kaplan. He believes that Johnson & Johnson will likely appeal this decision, but it's uncertain if the U.S. Supreme Court will accept the ...
The Journey of Your Southside Lawyer with James Flynn Jr.
Mass Tort News LegalCast - August 01, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsJames E. Flynn Jr. and Elisa D’Amico have a candid and engaging conversation about how he and Riah Greathouse formed a successful partnership in their law practice. James and Raya, who are referred to as the "dream team," share their journey of how they met and bonded over their similar legal p...
Building on Community Legacy and Scaling the Dream with Riah W. Greathouse
Mass Tort News LegalCast - July 25, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsJoin Elisa D’Amico as she sits down with Riah W Greathouse, Esq., a passionate trial attorney committed to fighting for justice. In this engaging interview, Riah shares his journey into law, inspired by his family's legal background and his desire to stand up for the underrepresented. He discus...
Boy Scouts & Bankruptcy: Is a Resolution Coming Soon with Eric Goodman
Mass Tort News LegalCast - July 18, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsJoin Mark York of LegalCast and Mass Tort News as he engages in a captivating interview with Eric Goodman, a seasoned bankruptcy counsel at Brown Rudnick. Together, they navigate the complex world of mass tort litigation, discussing Eric's involvement in high-profile cases such as the Boy Scout...
Rooted in Justice: Hair Relaxer MDL 3060 Insights
Mass Tort News LegalCast - July 11, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsMaria Fleming is a complex litigation attorney with a focus on regulatory compliance. She works in the Cleveland, Ohio office of Napoli Shkolnik PLLC. Maria served as plaintiff trial counsel in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation MDL Bellwether trials of Lake and Trumbull Counties. In t...
3M’s $12.2B PFAS Settlement & VA Misinforms Camp Lejeune Survivors
Mass Tort News LegalCast - July 04, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsElisa D'Amico sat down with esteemed trial attorney Hunter Shkolnik for a thought-provoking interview, delving into the intricate complexities and challenges surrounding major litigations concerning toxic water contamination cases, including the Camp Lejeune lawsuits and the PFAS/AFFF lawsuits....
Titanic Tragedy: The Catastrophic Loss of the Titan Submersible with Hunter Shkolnik
Mass Tort News LegalCast - June 25, 2023 04:55 - 25 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsElisa D’Amico interviews Hunter Shkolnik of Napoli Shkolnik about the tragic implosion of the Titan, a submersible operated by OceanGate Expeditions, that disappeared in international waters in the North Atlantic Ocean, about 400 nautical miles off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada. The two dis...
Decoding the Dangers of Social Media: An Expert’s View with Dr. Mary Anne Franks
Mass Tort News LegalCast - June 20, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsJoin Dr. Mary Anne Franks as she unpacks the complexities of civil rights, technology, and online harm, shedding light on the urgent need for change in the digital landscape. Gain valuable insights into the legal and ethical dimensions of these issues and explore potential solutions for a safer...
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