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Welcome to the Verdict Signal podcast, where we feature how top attorneys help people make informed choices, avoid common mistakes, and move forward with confidence. 

  1. 9h ago

    Ashley Upkins Reveals the Dangerous AI Frauds Emptying Bank Accounts Across America

    Ashley Upkins is the first woman from Tennessee to hold this historic role. Recognized as a powerful voice for justice, equity, and leadership, she is an award-winning attorney and advocate who inspires with her vision, faith, and commitment to lifting the next generation of change-makers. In this episode… AI is making scams more convincing than ever, and many people still believe they would never fall for one. But what happens when a phone call sounds exactly like your child, your boss, or someone you trust? Could you confidently tell the difference? Ashley shares practical strategies for recognizing AI powered fraud before it causes financial damage, including why verification should replace blind trust, how family safe words can stop voice cloning scams, and why urgency is often the biggest warning sign. She also discusses recent Supreme Court decisions, the challenges of regulating artificial intelligence, and why existing consumer protection laws still play an important role. Along the way, she explains how criminals are exploiting deepfakes, voice cloning, and personal information shared online to target victims. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews Ashley Upkins, attorney, President of the National Bar Association, and Head of Litigation, Investigations, and Alternative Dispute Resolution at Silicon Ranch in Nashville, Tennessee. As the first woman from Tennessee to lead the National Bar Association, Ashley brings extensive experience in litigation, consumer protection, and public advocacy. They discuss AI scams, consumer privacy, Supreme Court decisions, responsible AI governance, and practical steps individuals and businesses can take to reduce risk in an increasingly digital world. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

  2. Jul 16

    The Biggest Mistake Patients Make After Medical Negligence with David Roddenberry

    Mr. Roddenberry graduated summa cum laude from Harvard College, where he studied cognitive neuroscience, and holds a degree from Harvard Law School. As a Marshall Scholar, he earned an MBA from Oxford and an MSc from LSE. He previously worked at D.E. Shaw and BCG. He later co-founded a health tech company, which he has led for over a decade, and a legal tech company. In this episode… What is the biggest mistake patients make after medical negligence? Many people assume that a poor medical outcome automatically means malpractice, while others wait too long to gather evidence or seek legal guidance. As AI rapidly changes the legal profession, could technology help more families uncover the truth behind complex medical cases? David shares how artificial intelligence is transforming the way attorneys evaluate medical records, identify potential deviations from the standard of care, and improve access to justice. He explains why many legitimate concerns never become viable lawsuits, discusses the importance of collecting complete medical records, and recounts examples of patients whose preparation and documentation uncovered critical information that otherwise could have been missed. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews David Roddenberry, Co-Founder and Attorney at Mama Bear Law, a personal injury and medical malpractice firm serving clients nationwide. A Harvard College graduate, Harvard Law School graduate, and Marshall Scholar, David combines his legal background with decades of health technology experience to bring AI into medical malpractice litigation. They discuss patient advocacy, choosing the right attorney, managing expectations, the future of AI in personal injury law, and how technology is expanding access to justice for injured families. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

  3. Jul 14

    The Divorce Mistake That Costs Families Thousands, According to Susan E. Murray

    Susan Murray brings decades of legal, mediation, and therapeutic experience to helping families resolve complex disputes with greater clarity and care. A family law attorney since 1986 and founder of her Media-based practice in 1996, she has extensive experience handling divorce, custody, support, and complex family matters through both mediation and litigation, including pet custody disputes. Her background as a therapist, combined with specialized training in divorce mediation and parenting coordination, allows her to address the emotional and practical challenges families face during transition.  Susan is a court-approved Parenting Coordinator, a respected member of the legal and mediation communities, and serves clients through the Media and Chester County offices of the Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation. In this episode… Many people assume that the best divorce strategy is to fight for everything, but what if that approach is actually the mistake that costs families thousands? Susan E. Murray explains why understanding your options before taking legal action can make all the difference. Could avoiding unnecessary conflict be the smartest legal decision you'll ever make? Susan discusses when mediation offers the best path forward and when litigation becomes necessary to protect a client's interests, particularly in cases involving abuse, hidden assets, or complex custody disputes. She also shares why relying on stories from friends, internet searches, or AI generated legal advice often creates unrealistic expectations. The conversation also explores the surprising rise of pet custody disputes, including a real case where thousands of dollars in legal fees were spent before both parties finally agreed to share custody of their dog. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews Susan E. Murray, Family Law Attorney and mediator serving clients through her Media, Pennsylvania practice and the Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation. Practicing family law since 1986, she brings a rare combination of legal experience and a background in therapy to help families resolve conflict. They discuss mediation versus litigation, choosing the right attorney, child and pet custody, common divorce misconceptions, and the future of family law in Pennsylvania. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

  4. Jul 8

    The Truth About What Courts Really Consider in Child Custody Cases with Grace Flores

    Grace Flores is an attorney with over 15 years of experience in the legal field and serves as the founder and managing partner of Grace Law. Before becoming an attorney, she worked as a paralegal, gaining valuable insight into the complexities of the legal system. She focuses her practice on family law and personal injury matters, providing strategic and client-focused representation for individuals facing challenging legal situations. Grace earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and her Juris Doctor from Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, where she graduated cum laude and ranked in the top 20% of her class. She is a board member of the Hispanic Bar Association of Central Florida and a member of the Florida Bar, American Bar Association, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and Orange County Bar Association. Fluent in English and Spanish, Grace is committed to providing knowledgeable and effective legal representation for her clients. In this episode… Divorce and custody disputes often create fear, uncertainty, and conflict, but what truly determines what happens with your children? Many parents enter these situations believing the loudest argument or strongest opinion will decide the outcome, but courts look at specific factors designed around the child’s best interests. So what should parents actually understand before entering a custody battle? Grace explains how Florida courts evaluate custody decisions, including the factors involved in determining parenting arrangements and time sharing. She shares why parents often struggle with relinquishing control after separation, how high conflict situations can be managed, and why using AI as a replacement for legal advice can create serious problems. Grace also discusses common misconceptions about mothers, fathers, and what courts really consider when making decisions. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews Grace Flores, Founder and Managing Attorney of Grace Law, P.A. in Orlando, Florida. She shares her experience in family law and personal injury while discussing child custody, divorce expectations, parental decision making, AI in legal matters, and finding the right attorney for complex family situations. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

  5. Jun 26

    Why Smart Business Owners Keep Attracting the Wrong Clients with Sheila Wilkinson

    Sheila Wilkinson is an attorney, strategist, and advisor who helps professionals, business owners, and C-Suite leaders focus on the human side of work: preventing conflict with their people, their projects, and their compensation. Sheila has advised individuals and organizations across the globe and is a sought-after speaker and facilitator who has led more than 300 trainings, workshops, and presentations over the past 15 years. Having built a multi-million-dollar law firm from scratch,  Sheila has spent her career working in and around the legal profession. She comes to us today with deep legal insight and an even deeper understanding of human behavior, communication, and decision-making. As the creator of the BED Framework, Sheila helps people see how unclear expectations, weak boundaries, and reactive decisions create unnecessary conflict in both work and life. In this episode… Why do smart, capable business owners keep finding themselves working with clients who drain their time, energy, and peace of mind? The answer often has less to do with marketing or sales and more to do with the boundaries, expectations, and decisions established long before a contract is signed. What if attracting better clients starts with changing how you choose them? Sheila shares practical strategies for identifying client red flags before they become expensive problems, setting expectations that reduce conflict, and creating systems that protect both business owners and their clients. She also explains her BED Framework and recounts the story of an accounting professional who doubled her prices, retained every client, and ultimately built a business that gave her the freedom to travel while working fewer hours. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews Sheila M. Wilkinson, attorney, consultant, and founder of Sheila Wilkinson Consulting, serving clients from New Orleans and Brussels. Drawing on her experience as both an attorney and social worker, Sheila helps professionals build businesses around healthy human relationships instead of constant conflict. Their conversation explores client boundaries, pricing, expectations, decision making, business systems, and recognizing the warning signs of unhealthy client relationships before they become costly mistakes. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

  6. Jun 24

    What Every Parent Should Know Before a Custody Fight with Chimere Trimble

    Chimere Chisolm-Trimble is a native of Southwest Georgia and the founder of Chisolm Trimble & Associates, LLC. She focuses her practice on personal injury, labor and employment matters, and wills, trusts, and estate planning. She earned her degree in Political Science from Fort Valley State University, a Master’s in Public Administration from Georgia State University, and her Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law. Her legal background includes serving as Assistant City Attorney for the City of Albany, completing a clerkship with the Dougherty Judicial Circuit, and litigating cases in Municipal, State, Superior, and Federal Court. Recognized by The National Black Lawyers Association as one of the nation’s top Black attorneys “40 Under 40,” Chimere is also a respected speaker, community leader, and Regional Vice President for the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys. In this episode… When custody becomes a battle, what are courts really looking for when deciding a child's future? Many parents enter custody disputes believing the system favors one parent over another, but the reality is often far more complex. What happens when emotions, past grievances, and the desire to be heard begin to overshadow what is truly best for the child? Chimere shares how high conflict divorce and custody cases develop, why unresolved emotions often fuel legal disputes, and how parents can avoid common mistakes that make these situations even more difficult. She also discusses the myths surrounding parental rights, the role of mediation in resolving family disputes, and how her experience serving as a guardian ad litem, mediator, arbitrator, and parenting coordinator provides a unique perspective on helping families move forward. The conversation also explores real world examples of parents struggling to balance personal frustrations with the long term needs of their children. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews Chimere Chisolm-Trimble, Managing Attorney of Chisolm Trimble & Associates in Georgia. A seven-time Super Lawyers honoree and experienced family law practitioner, she has served in numerous roles including guardian ad litem, mediator, arbitrator, judge, and parenting coordinator. The discussion covers high conflict custody disputes, misconceptions about parental rights, child-centered legal strategies, divorce litigation, mediation, and the importance of protecting family relationships throughout the legal process. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

  7. Jun 19

    Injured in an Accident? Avoid These Dangerous Insurance Company Tactics with David Lever

    David B. Lever is a New York City personal injury attorney that has been the driving force in consistently recovering significant monetary awards for thousands of clients over the years – including, recently, a confidential settlement of $12 million arising from a catastrophic motor vehicle collision. David treats every case as his only case, thus ensuring that each client receives the personal attention that they deserve. In this episode… What happens when a single accident turns your life upside down and the insurance company is already working to protect its own interests? Many people assume insurance providers will treat them fairly, but the reality can be far more complicated. How can accident victims avoid costly mistakes while protecting their future? David Lever shares why early decisions after an accident can have lasting consequences. He explains the importance of seeking medical treatment, documenting what happened, and understanding how insurance companies gather information during their investigations. He also discusses why many injury claims take years to resolve, how settlement negotiations work, and what people should know before accepting an offer that may not reflect the true impact of their injuries. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews David Lever, founding partner of Lever & Ecker, a personal injury law firm based in White Plains, New York. With more than three decades of experience representing accident victims, David has recovered substantial verdicts and settlements for injured clients and their families. The conversation explores insurance company tactics, personal injury misconceptions, case timelines, choosing the right attorney, and the future of personal injury law. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

  8. Jun 11

    Olivia Long: What Really Happens When One Spouse Refuses Divorce

    Olivia St. Clair Long is the founder and principal attorney of O. Long Law, a firm dedicated to supporting families through life’s most challenging moments. She began her legal career after graduating from the University of Chicago law school practicing litigation in Big Law, representing large corporations. In 2017, she went out on her own and shifted focus to family law. She wanted her work to make a direct difference in the lives of real people by helping families find stability, compassion, and strength during difficult times. In this episode… Can one person actually stop a divorce from happening? Many people assume that both spouses must agree before a marriage can legally end, but the reality is far different. When one spouse refuses to cooperate, what power do they really have, and how much can they actually delay the process? Olivia shares what happens behind the scenes when a spouse refuses to participate in a divorce, including how courts handle non-cooperation, why most cases still end in settlement, and the misconceptions people carry from movies and television. She also explains the risks of leaving the family home too early, common mistakes parents make regarding custody expectations, and why understanding your finances before contacting an attorney can make a significant difference. In this episode of Verdict Signal, host Daniel Gouw interviews Olivia St. Clair Long, family law attorney and founder of O Long Law in the Chicago area. A former Big Law litigator, Olivia transitioned her practice to helping families through divorce, custody disputes, parenting plans, and prenuptial agreements. She explains no-fault divorce, child custody realities, settlement strategies, common legal misconceptions, and practical steps people can take before beginning the divorce process. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices that protect what you build. Want to be featured in the Verdict Signal Podcast? Register here: https://ednadm.com/verdict-signal-application

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Welcome to the Verdict Signal podcast, where we feature how top attorneys help people make informed choices, avoid common mistakes, and move forward with confidence. 

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    EDNA Digital Marketing
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    2026
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