The Leverage Report -- Case Works Legal Podcast Susan Barfield

Joe Fantini joins us with the latest updates and insights for another episode of Tort Talk Thursday! This week, Joe shares details regarding:

🟡 Talc Update: J&J settled a recent meso case that started in Dallas while working to gather support from 75% of claimants for bankruptcy; Plaintiffs filed a motion for preliminary injunction to prevent J&J from filing bankruptcy outside of NJ in a different bankruptcy court

🟡 Camp Lejeune: Upcoming deadline of August 10th to file administrative claim; with nearly 230,000 claims filed to date we are expecting another 10,000 in the next month and a total of 1,800 lawsuits filed; only 72 cases identified for Elective Option with 31 settlements accepted; this means cases will need to be resolved via trial and an order for selection of first bellwether trial for Tier 1 cases entered this week – plaintiffs will select 3 plaintiffs for 5 injuries and government select 2 plaintiffs for each for a total of 25 cases. Then, 45 days to complete fact discovery

🟡 RoundUp: motion to consolidate and form a multi-county litigation in NJ was denied; over 50,000 cases are pending with majority in Missouri state court; trials scheduled to kick off in Philly and CA state courts this summer

🟡 Recommendations from Joe & Susan for legal conferences to attend this year

How to get in contact with Joe:
Email - jfantini@roseninjurylawyers.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-fantini/

See the full video transcript here: https://yourcaseworks.com/the-leverage-report/talc-bankruptcy-bellwether-trials-legal-conferences-2024/

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In this episode of The Leverage Report, Rachel McCarthy discusses details of Milestone's solutions for law firms and plaintiffs.

Milestone, a settlement administration solutions provider, aims to prioritize the needs of plaintiffs while navigating the complex process of settlement distribution. Director of Strategic Partnerships, Rachel McCarthy, discusses Milestone's innovative approach to settlement administration, incorporating digital solutions, and trauma-informed care.

Key Takeaways:
1. Milestone's Solutions: Pathway, a digital platform, streamlines mass tort settlement distribution, allowing for efficient and flexible payment options, such as direct deposit, Zelle, PayPal, or digital Mastercard.

2. Trauma-Informed Approach: Milestone recognizes the potential trauma experienced by plaintiffs and trains its team on trauma-informed care through annual workshops with Dr. Laura McGuire, founder of the National Center for Equity and Agency.

3. Fee Deferral Program: Attorneys can defer contingency fees, invest their fees, and receive them later, allowing for strategic financial planning.

4. Milestone Foundation: Launched to provide low-interest funding to bridge the gap between lawsuit initiation and settlement, ensuring access to justice for those in need.

5. Scholarship Program: Milestone awards scholarships to promote diversity in the trial bar and to support female law students.

6. About the Conference: Attend the Harris Martin Mass Tort Settlements Conference (June 27th) in Buffalo to explore litigation topics, including public nuisance, toxic tort, sex abuse, and product device litigation.

7. About Reaching Out: Law firms and industry professionals can contact Milestone for a demo of Pathway or inquiry on settlement planning, fee deferral, or other solutions.

Get in touch with Rachel:
https://milestoneseventh.com/about-us/rachel-mccarthy/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-mathews-mccarthy/

See the full transcript here: https://yourcaseworks.com/the-leverage-report/rachel-mccarthy-provides-insight-into-milestones-solutions/

Joe Fantini joins us for another week on Tort Talk Thursday! During this episode, Joe shares details regarding:

🟡 Zantac Daubert ruling in Delaware, more injuries approved for lawsuit
🟡 Deadlines to know for CPAP cases and global settlement
🟡 Bard Hernia Mesh negotiations still working for remaining 20K cases
🟡 Camp Lejeune insights and updates regarding the quick claims process

How to get in contact with Joe:
Email - jfantini@roseninjurylawyers.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-fantini/

See the full video transcript here: https://yourcaseworks.com/the-leverage-report/6-6-24-tort-talk-thursday/

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As we dive into the latest episode of the Leverage Report, we're excited to be joined by Rick Meadow, a renowned attorney with over 30 years of experience in the legal industry. In a fascinating conversation, Rick shares his insights on the growing concern of video game addiction and the potential legal implications. With addiction rates skyrocketing among children and teenagers, it's essential that we understand the root causes and the legal framework surrounding this issue. In this newsletter, we'll summarize the key takeaways, explore the legal grounds for filing a lawsuit, and discuss the evolving landscape of gaming addiction litigation.



Contact Rick Meadow: https://meadowlawfirm.com/richard-meadow/



See the full transcript here: https://yourcaseworks.com/the-leverage-report/video-game-addiction-lawsuits-with-rick-meadow/

In this week's episode of Tort Talk Thursday with Joe Fantini, he gives us the latest information on:

1️⃣ Bard Hernia Mesh Mediation
2️⃣ Zantac Trials
3️⃣ Video Game Addiction MDL Announcements Expected Early June
4️⃣ Unexpected Passing of Judge Pratter - What is Next for Ozempic?

How to get in contact with Joe:
Email - jfantini@roseninjurylawyers.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-fantini/

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For our Tort Talk Thursday episode this week, Joe Fantini and Susan Barfield discuss the latest mass tort developments:

👶🏻 Toxic Baby Formula Lawsuit CMC
🚙 Uber SA Lawsuit - Uber's Motion to Dismiss Denied
👨🏽‍⚖️ New (Additional) Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Johnson & Johnson
⚖️ New (Additional) Whistleblower Lawsuit Filed Against Zantac

How to get in contact with Joe:
Email - jfantini@roseninjurylawyers.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-fantini/

See the full video transcript here: https://yourcaseworks.com/the-leverage-report/5-23-24-tort-talk-thursday/

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