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For those new to the defense of law enforcement professionals, this podcast is a perfect beginner’s course. An insurance professional, Sharon A. Linenfelser-Blevins of One Beacon, and outside defense counsel, R. Jeffrey Lowe of Kightlinger & Gray LLP., will discuss the basics of law enforcement liability insurance. The discussion will include an overview of the standard law enforcement liability policy, what is covered, who is covered, common policy exclusions, and common issues arising in defense of litigated claims from an insurer’s perspective and outside counsel’s perspective.

Join host Michael G. Jones of Martin Pringle for a conversation with retired NASA astronaut Robert L. “Hoot” Gibson. Hear how he draws on his experience as a naval officer and aviator, test pilot, and aeronautical engineer when he is brought into a case as an expert witness.

The pandemic has disrupted home, work, and school routines and schedules. It has also provided opportunities to spend more time with family. Host Sara M. Turner of Baker Donelson with guests Stephanie F. Jones of Gordon & Rees, Nicholas D. Garrard of Wilkins Patterson, Laura D. Eschleman of Nall & Miller LLP, and Thomas E. “Ted” Dunlap of the National Transportation Safety Board share creative solutions and tips for balancing the practice of law, parenting, and homeschooling during the pandemic and into the next phases.

Host Chris W. Martin of Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom discusses the implications of the Coronavirus pandemic on various insurance policies and coverage law going forward, with guests Paul S. White of Wilson Elser and Dan D. Kohane of Hurwitz & Fine.

In this current climate surrounding COVID-19 and the many shelter in place orders, many lawyers and staff are working from home for the first time. Host Sara M. Turner of Baker Donelson is joined by guest Becky Morrison, an executive coach with Grantley Coaching, for a discussion of how to motivate, manage, and cultivate a successful remote team that can enhance client service, retain key employees, and meet internal goals for success.

Sara Turner is a shareholder in the Birmingham, Alabama, office of Baker Donelson and serves as co-chair of Baker Donelson's Hospitality Industry Service Team and is on the firm’s Coronavirus Task Force. Sara is also the Committee Chair of DRI’s Retail and Hospitality Committee. Her email is: smturner@bakerdonelson.com.

Becky Morrison is an executive coach with a passion for enabling people to achieve success. She works with people in all stages of their professional career to unlock and accelerate their leadership; improve their communication; and, hone their people, time, and project management skills. Her website is: www.grantleycoaching.com, and she can be reached by email at: becky@grantleysolutions.com.

In this launch of DRI Aviation Wingtips, host Michael G. Jones of Martin Pringle and guest Michael McGrory of SmithAmundsen provide a preview of future podcast episodes. They also explore the work of DRI's Aviation Law Committee, opportunities to get involved, and the professional rewards of committee involvement.

Host Matthew G. Berard of Bowman and Brooke LLP is joined by guest Bruce Landsberg, a pilot and Vice Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The discussion includes an overview of NTSB investigations, the meaning of "party status," and how drones and video doorbells are aiding the NTSB in its investigations.

Co-hosts Peter R. Jennetten of Quinn Johnston and Ryan M. Kunhart of Dvorak Law Group, LLC, welcome guest Thomas H. Dupree Jr. of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, LLP. The discussion includes a review of U.S. Supreme Court highlights from the last term and a preview of cases in the current term.

Local regulation often conflicts with federal and state law, including the United States Constitution and its state counterparts. This Podcast discusses litigation tools and strategies regarding the intersection of constitutional and environmental law, particularly in the case of local overreach.

A discussion on the use of value assurance programs for toxic tort matters, how companies have successfully used VAPs both proactively and reactively, and why they are considered a win-win for property owners and companies.

Christy McLean is a Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal Dispute and Investigations. Ms. McLean specializes in the modeling of complex economic and real estate damages claims, development and implementation of Value Assurance Programs and other real estate solutions, and the development of geographic information systems (GIS) in toxic tort matters.

Christy McLean, CFA, CRE
205.994.3611 – Direct
cmclean@alvarezandmarsal.com

Frank Ramos is a partner at Clarke Silverglate, where he practices in the areas of product liability, pharmaceutical and medical device defense, employment, medical malpractice, general liability, class action and commercial litigation. In addition, he is a certified circuit and county court mediator. He is a summa cum laude grad with a B.A. from Florida International University in 1993 and a magna cum laude grad with a J.D. from the University of Miami in 1997.

Frank Ramos is a partner at Clarke Silverglate, where he practices in the areas of product liability, pharmaceutical and medical device defense, employment, medical malpractice, general liability, class action and commercial litigation. In addition, he is a certified circuit and county court mediator. He is a summa cum laude grad with a B.A. from Florida International University in 1993 and a magna cum laude grad with a J.D. from the University of Miami in 1997.

Frank Ramos is a partner at Clarke Silverglate, where he practices in the areas of product liability, pharmaceutical and medical device defense, employment, medical malpractice, general liability, class action and commercial litigation. In addition, he is a certified circuit and county court mediator. He is a summa cum laude grad with a B.A. from Florida International University in 1993 and a magna cum laude grad with a J.D. from the University of Miami in 1997.

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