Civilly Speaking is a monthly podcast brought to you the Ohio Association for Justice. A podcast for trial attorneys, by trial attorneys.
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Models for Success: Expanding a firm’s practice areas
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In episode 68 of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to Lindsay Lawrence of Rittgers & Rittgers about her experience starting a new practice area within a firm.By 1stephaniewolf
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Models for Success: Starting Your Own Firm
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In episode 67 of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to Nathan Stuckey of The Stuckey Firm about how he has navigated owning his own practice.By 1stephaniewolf
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How trial lawyers bring about meaningful change
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In a special Thanksgiving episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to four OAJ members — Andy Young of The Law Firm for Truck Safety, Allen Tittle of Tittle & Perlmuter, Eleana Drakatos of Yacobozzi Drakatos, LLC, and Brian... Continue Reading →By 1stephaniewolf
In episode 65 of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to Charlie Rittgers of Rittgers & Rittgers and Michael Brown from FindLaw about best practices for law firms amidst COVID-19.By 1stephaniewolf
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A Conversation with Judge Jennifer Brunner on Election Law
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In episode 64 of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to Judge Jennifer Brunner, one of eight state appeals court judges of the Tenth District Court of Appeals in Franklin County and a candidate for the Ohio Supreme Court.By 1stephaniewolf
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Why More Trial Lawyers Should Run for Public Office
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In episode 62 of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to Dennis E. Murray, Jr., a former member of the Ohio House of Representatives, about his experience as a politician and why more OAJ members should consider running.By 1stephaniewolf
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Proportionality in Discovery with special guest Judge John O’Donnell
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In episode 63 of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to Judge John O’Donnell, a judge in the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court and candidate for the Ohio Supreme Court, about the new rule 26.By 1stephaniewolf
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OAJ Votes and the Importance of the 2020 Election
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In episode 61 of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris speaks to Rick Topper, an attorney, longtime poll worker, and election rights advocate, about the importance of being involved in this year’s election.By oajustice
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Looking at the Plaintiff Side from A Different Perspective
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In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with Toledo attorney Katie Harris. Before becoming a plaintiff attorney, Katie worked for the courts and spent a few years in insurance defense. With her background, Katie brings a unique... Continue Reading →By oajustice
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The Impact of COVID-19 on the Workplace and Employment Law
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In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with Columbus attorney Jessica Doogan, an Associate in the Labor and Employment practice at Barkan Meizlish DeRose Wentz Mclnerney Peifer, LLP. Jessica shares her perspective on how COVID-19 has impacted... Continue Reading →By oajustice
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A Legislative Discussion with OAJ’s New Director of Government Affairs
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In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with Brad Ingraham, OAJ’s Director of Government Affairs. Brad provides a brief background on his work at the Statehouse before coming to OAJ then dives into current legislation.By oajustice
In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with Sydney McLafferty, an attorney from Columbus, Ohio. Sean and Sydney discuss COVID-19 and its impact on civil litigation and the future of jury trials.By oajustice
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Crash Avoidance Technologies and Autonomous Vehicles
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In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with Julian Gomez, an attorney from McAllen, Texas. Julian provides insightful information on where we stand with crash avoidance technologies and autonomous vehicles today. He also shares his thoughts on... Continue Reading →By oajustice
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In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with Hans Nilges, an attorney from Massillon, OH. Hans believes plaintiff attorneys are lagging behind other great professions when it comes to decision theory. Throughout the episode, Hans makes his... Continue Reading →By oajustice
In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with Ashley Rutherford Starling, a trial attorney from Columbus, Ohio. Ashley offers valuable information on the client intake process when handling garden variety personal injury cases.By oajustice
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Celebrating 50 Episodes with Dr. David Ball
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To celebrate the 50th episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with special guest, Dr. David Ball. David is the co-founder of the Reptilian Trial Advocacy Method and the nation’s most influential trial consultant. During this episode, David shares... Continue Reading →By oajustice
In this episode of Civilly Speaking, host Sean Harris talks with John Camillus, a trial attorney and co-founder of Camillus Trial Consulting. As an attorney and co-founder of a consulting company that specializes in focus groups, John shares a unique... Continue Reading →By oajustice
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The Skills to Take Your Career from Good to Great
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Host Sean Harris talks with Stephanie Hanna, an attorney and a networking and professional development coach. Stephanie runs her own business, The Other 85, where she coaches law students and attorneys to help them navigate their professions, build their reputation and develop... Continue Reading →By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Mark Abramowitz, about technology and E-Discovery. Mark discusses different databases that should be used in Discovery to organize and structure information even when it falls under an unstructured category.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Chelsea Fulton Rubin, about the interaction between the workers’ compensation system in Ohio and politics.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with Ohio Supreme Court Justice Melody Stewart. Justice Stewart talks about her law background and her time on the bench throughout her career.By oajustice
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Sexual Assault Cases: How are they Different?
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Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Konrad Kircher about sexual assault cases, how they differ from personal injury cases, and areas where the law can improve for sexual assault survivors.By oajustice
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Understanding Medical & Disability Leave for Employees
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Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member Pete Friedmann about medical and disability leave for employees. Pete covers the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as the Family and Medical Leave Act.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member Rob Miller from Columbus, OH about client expectations and how to manage them.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member Steve Babin about Mass Torts and multidistrict litigation.By oajustice
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Examining the World of Medical Malpractice
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Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Marc Pera about medical negligence claims. Specifically, they discuss the rising number of nurse practitioners and their involvement with treatment, discrediting defense experts, and Robinson v. Bates.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Eric Cameron about workers’ compensation and his views on the practice after an eye-opening experience during a hearing.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with Jordan Schuetzle and Mike Brown from FindLaw about online reviews and maintaining a positive online reputation.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Florence Murray, about railroad worker cases, the Federal Employers Liability Act, and the growth of the industry.By oajustice
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How to be Successful when Taking on a Medical Malpractice Case
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Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Megan Frantz Oldham about medical malpractice cases and how to be successful when selecting and taking on these cases.By oajustice
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Cervical Cancer Cases: It’s Time to Take a Stand
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Host Sean Harris talks with Florida attorney Sean Domnick about cervical cancer cases.By oajustice
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Finding Hidden Employment Claims in Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation Cases
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Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member and Massillon attorney, Hans Nilges, about hidden employment claims that may be lurking in other types of cases, specifically personal injury and workers’ compensation.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member and Lakewood attorney, Ken Knabe, about Ohio bicycle laws and cases to educate cyclists and the public.By oajustice
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How Technology is Changing the Law Office
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Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member and Cleveland attorney, Jeff Johnson, about effective law office technology, specifically in workers’ compensation practices.By oajustice
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A Look Inside the Practice of Insurance Law
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Host Sean Harris talks with Cleveland attorney and OAJ member, Bobby Rutter, about insurance law and hot button issues happening in the industry.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ member, Jim Murray, about curative damages and restorative justice. Jim provides insight and tips on how to incorporate these philanthropic initiatives into your practice.By oajustice
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Robot Cars & the Future of Auto Liability
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Host Sean Harris speaks with Daniel Hinkle, the Senior State Affairs Counsel at the American Association for Justice, about robot cars and the future of auto liability.By oajustice
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Taking Traumatic Brain Injury Cases and Winning
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Host Sean Harris talks with Michigan attorney, Steve Gursten from Michigan Auto Law, about traumatic brain injury cases and tips for winning these cases.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with Jeff B. Cohen, a California attorney and former child actor best remembered for his role as Chunk in The Goonies, about what it takes to be an effective dealmaker.By oajustice
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A Millennials Perspective on the Legal Industry
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Host Sean Harris talks with internet and technology attorney, Andrew Rossow, about millennials in the legal industry.By oajustice
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Everything you Need to Know About Zero Turn Mower Cases
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Host Sean Harris talks with Columbus attorney and OAJ member Mike Rourke about zero turn mower cases and surprisingly, how common they are.By oajustice
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How Lawyers can use Social Media to Build Their Brand and Show Their Human Side
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Host Sean Harris talks with Mitch Jackson, an attorney from Orange County, California, about different ways law firms can use social media to build their brand as well as how to show their human side to gain more clients.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with Columbus attorney and director of the American Negotiation Institute, Kwame Christian, about how to become a better negotiator.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with Cincinnati attorney and OAJ member Sarah Tankersley about how to select the right expert witnesses.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with Cincinnati attorney and OAJ member Al Gerhardstein about police misconduct cases, specifically violations of the fourth amendment.By oajustice
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Understanding the Basics of Nursing Home Litigation
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Host Sean Harris talks with Cleveland attorney and OAJ member Nancy Iler about nursing home litigation.By oajustice
Host Sean Harris talks with OAJ’s Executive Director, John Van Doorn, about legislation pending in the Ohio Statehouse.By oajustice