USLAW Live

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USLAW Live is the official USLAW NETWORK podcast. Each episode provides lighthearted conversations and discussions about prominent legal issues. Join us as we get to know our members, discuss the legal and business issues keeping us up at night and add some fun to your day!

  1. 2d ago

    Beyond Ordinary Product Liability Cases with Kristina Kamler

    She joins USLAW Live! to discuss everything from the "buxom barmaid" NIL lawsuit to collapsing conveyor belts in industrial chicken coops. Kristina also breaks down the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision in Monsanto v. Durnell and what it means for product labeling preemption under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The conversation also covers AI in legal practice, personal branding and more. This episode is co-hosted by Jessica Dark of Pierce Couch (Oklahoma) and Pam Hallford of Carr Allison (Alabama). Tune in today. 2:25 Intro to Kristina Kamler’s career that started with running 2 businesses at the age of 8. 4:35 Developing a niche in the weird and wild cases, including the “buxom barmaid” NIL. 7:58 An interesting wrinkle in the products liability world: Monsanto v Durnell and what it means to product labeling preemption under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).  9:15 How does this decision change your legal practice and manufacturing clients’ operations? 12:35 Post-sale duty to warn 14:35 Using AI in a legal practice 15:44 Examples of AI uses in law practice, helping clients 17:35 Nebraska has a statute of repose for product liability cases 18:15 Inaugural LeadX Cohort and Chicago 19:55 What’s your brand? 20:16 More weird and wild cases, including medical records and a chicken coop 22:10 Summer plans and travels 28:08 Reading and watching Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    Beyond Ordinary Product Liability Cases with Kristina Kamler

  2. Jul 22

    Workers’ Compensation: More than Claims with Stan Evans

    He joins USLAW Live! host Mike Judy (Dysart Taylor | Kansas/Western Missouri) to discuss why the first 24 to 48 hours after a workplace incident are critical, how claims across industries present unique legal and business challenges, and the importance of balancing sound legal strategy with strong business relationships. They also touch on virtual hearings before wrapping up with Buffalo's famous chicken wings, the blue cheese-versus-ranch debate, and annual family Olympics. Tune in for an informative conversation. 2:25 Stan Evans' road to becoming a workers' comp attorney 3:35 How and when the NY State workers' comp board went virtual and why it still works today. 5:20 Was working in workers' comp Stan's dream? 6:50 Why make the switch from in-house to private practice? 8:00 Different industries and what makes one more unique than another regarding workers' comp. 10:48 With multiple lines of litigation, can defenses be coordinated? 13:18 The importance of investigating claims within first 48 hours 16:22 Did the person fall on the left or right side? 17:38 Trends coming out of union shops 19:22 What to know when dealing with professional employment organizations (PEOs) 21:54 Go to trial or settle 28:08 Summer plans and the great Buffalo wings debate     Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    Workers’ Compensation: More than Claims with Stan Evans

  3. Jul 15

    USLAW at 25: Inside USLAW's first days with Roger Yaffe

    From a simple website and a shared passion for golf that sparked a pivotal connection to the vision of the founders and early leaders who built the organization, Roger shares candid stories and valuable perspective on what has remained constant through decades of growth. Co-hosted by Jessica Dark (Pierce Couch in Oklahoma), Pam Hallford (Carr Allison in Alabama)  and Mike Judy (Dysart Taylor | Kansas/Western Missouri), this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the early days of USLAW. Tune in. 3:10 Roger Yaffe’s career path to USLAW. 6:45 How the USLAW connection happened. 11:54 What was your takeaway from the meeting with the original 6 that made you think this would succeed? 13:04 What were early takeaways, thoughts and ideas that would set them apart from other legal marketing groups? 13:22 Attorney’s successes in their own individual careers set the bar. 16:50 What were you and the early leaders looking for in order to grow membership? 19:10 What was the energy like? 21:33 Member vetting process 25:20 From USLAW perspective - what should anyone take away from USLAW? 27:41 The USLAW experience. 29:30 Looking back, did you ever envision it being what it is today? Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    USLAW at 25: Inside USLAW's first days with Roger Yaffe

  4. Jul 8

    AI and Medical Litigation with Christina Hesse

    Christina Hesse of Duke Evett PLLC in Idaho joins USLAW Live! to explore the rapidly evolving intersection of AI and healthcare, drawing on her experience in medical and professional malpractice defense and commercial litigation. Alongside co-hosts Pam Hallford (Carr Allison) and Nick Rauch (Larson • King), the trio previews next week's USLAW Medical Law Forum and examines the growing web of legal issues surrounding AI-generated physician summaries, medical diagnoses, HIPAA, privacy, data storage, standards of care and the professional duty of competence. They also make time for "Fly Guy," classic rock, misunderstood song lyrics and summer camps. Tune in! 2:35 Christina Hesse shares her road to current role at Duke Evett PLLC 5:45 How her extensive medical law practice evolved and her work with healthcare providers. 7:21 Leadership roles 8:15 USLAW NETWORK Medical Law Forum in Asheville, North Carolina 9:10 Program topics in Asheville and growing list of impacts at the intersection of AI and the medical industry 13:15 Litigation and the new AI frontier 14:45 Professional duties of competence 16:35 Use of AI creates more scrutiny in litigation 17:36 AI - questions beget more questions 19:00 Potential for more documentation in discovery 22:15 Christina’s current reading list and listening playlist, plus wrong lyrics, mashups and summer camps. Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    AI and Medical Litigation with Christina Hesse

  5. Jun 17

    Embracing AI in Modern Litigation with Patrick Foppe

    Patrick and USLAW Live! co-hosts Jessica Dark (Pierce Couch in Oklahoma) and Mike Judy (Dysart Taylor | Kansas/Western Missouri) also examine the recent SCOTUS Montgomery decision and its implications for the transportation industry. They also touch on pipe organs, Cirque de Soleil and a festive twinning dress-up event for the Fourth of July. Tune into this informative and entertaining conversation. USLAW serves the state of Missouri through member firms Lashly & Baer, P.C., and Dysart Taylor (Kansas/Western Missouri). 3:25 Patrick Foppe shares his journey through USLAW, including a nod to Kevin Fritz and hisinvolvement in several USLAW programs, practice groups )transportation and retail) 6:20 Patrick shares firsthand experience and advice for anyone looking to become more involved with USLAW. 7:40 “We’ve got you.” Team sport. 8:50 Impact of hearing the client's perspective 9:35 Patrick shares how he uses AI in his practice and offers tips on how everyone can learn to use it best. 11:00 Productivity gained through AI and use of agents – generating evaluations, emails, billing, calendar and more. 13:00 How to build an Agent and use self-improvement loops. 15:30 Where do you start exploring AI if you don’t have 3 years of experience already learning it? 17:45 How does AI change the makeup of law firms? Plaintiffs' bar vs defense bar adoption of AI. More work to come. 19:26 How are Lashly & Baer and law firms in general handling AI on the ground level? 21:00 How AI will help us focus on theatrics – storytelling, connecting, etc. 25:00 SCOTUS Montgomery decision and what it means for the transportation industry. 31:50 Getting to know Patrick outside of the office and courtroom, including a busy year of a family wedding, seven kids, a pipe organ, Cirque de Soleil school for aerial silk performances, nursing degree, volleyball and a twin’s dress-up event for the Fourth of July. Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    Embracing AI in Modern Litigation with Patrick Foppe

  6. May 27

    Navigating Mississippi’s legal landscape with Nikki Holder

    Alongside USLAW Live! co-hosts Nick Rauch (Larson • King LLP | Minnesota/North Dakota) and Mike Judy (Dysart Taylor | Kansas/Western Missouri), they discuss comparative fault, caps on non-economic damages, inflated settlements, the role of Chancery Courts and the nuances of the “merger doctrine.” Beyond the legal discussion, the conversation ventures into honeymoon, cocktails, and the undeniable value of TSA PreCheck. Tune in to this informative and engaging conversation. Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    Navigating Mississippi’s legal landscape with Nikki Holder

  7. May 20

    Defending Food Liability Claims with Dean Nickas

    He and USLAW Live! co-hosts Jessica Dark (Pierce Couch in Oklahoma) and Mike Judy (Dysart Taylor) explore the importance of brand protection, the rise in fraud-related allegations, the” Mount Rushmore” of most unusual things seen in these cases—topics that may have you rethinking your next meal choice. The conversation also delves into college and pro sports, favorite travel destinations, and the Camino de Santiago. Tune in for a fun conversation that blends real-world legal stories and personal perspectives. Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    Defending Food Liability Claims with Dean Nickas

  8. May 13

    Decoding the Record Retrieval Process with Michael Funk

    Alongside USLAW Live! co-hosts Jessica Dark (Pierce Couch in Oklahoma) and Mike Judy (Dysart Taylor), they talk about the critical role relationships play in business growth and unpack the expansive universe of records — from medical files and diagnostic imaging to government documents and archived materials. The conversation delves into pre-discovery, pre-litigation searches, litigated matters, archived files, and the wavering power of the subpoena in today’s legal environment. And because no conversation with Mike Funk is complete without a little golf, the episode also features favorite courses and a memorable PGA Championship story. Tune in today. Many thanks to you for listening to USLAW Live. Stay tuned for more great conversations on USLAW Live.  Be sure to click follow so you don't miss an episode. To learn more about USLAW NETWORK, visit uslaw.org.

    Decoding the Record Retrieval Process with Michael Funk
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USLAW Live is the official USLAW NETWORK podcast. Each episode provides lighthearted conversations and discussions about prominent legal issues. Join us as we get to know our members, discuss the legal and business issues keeping us up at night and add some fun to your day!

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    USLAW NETWORK
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
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