Tag: Video Episodes
Special Episode with Torsten Gross from Just Hands Foundation
November 26, 2024
Join Andrew Smiley, Esq., with special guest Torsten Gross, for an engaging podcast episode where they discuss the inspiring work of the JustHands Racing organization, its mission to promote inclusivity in motorsports, and the transformative experiences it offers to adaptive racers. Visit the website to learn more and be part of a bigger mission. http://www.justhands.org http://www.torstengross.com Contact […]
CLE: Navigating Novel Negligence Cases – Part 5
May 14, 2024
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his latest series: “Navigating Novel Negligence Cases.” On May 1, Andrew held part 5 of his latest CLE series “Navigating Novel Negligence Cases”. In this episode Andrew shows you everything you need to know about how to successfully Litigate Fire […]
CLE: Navigating Novel Negligence Cases – Part 4
April 16, 2024
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his newest series:“Navigating Novel Negligence Cases.” On April 3, Andrew held part 4 of his latest CLE series “Navigating Novel Negligence Cases”. In this episode Andrew shows you everything you need to know about how to successfully Litigate Jet-Ski Accident […]
CLE: Navigating Novel Negligence Cases – Part 3
March 22, 2024
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his newest series:“Navigating Novel Negligence Cases.” On March 6, Andrew held part 3 of his new CLE series “Navigating Novel Negligence Cases”. In this episode Andrew shows you everything you need to know about how to successfully litigate Ski Accident […]
CLE: Litigation Back to Basics – Part 3
December 19, 2023
On December 6, Andrew held part 3 of his new CLE series “Litigation Back to Basic”. In this episode Andrew shows you the proper method for moving items into evidence and how to impeach a witness at trial. Earn 1 Skills Credit with The New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. To view the materials […]
CLE: Litigation Back to Basics – Part 2
November 14, 2023
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his newest series:“Litigation Back to Basics.” On November 1, Andrew held part 2 of his new CLE series “Litigation Back to Basic”. In this episode Andrew shows you how working with various liability and damages experts can build your case. […]
CLE: Litigation Back to Basics – Part 1
October 9, 2023
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his newest series:“Litigation Back to Basics.” On October 4, Andrew held part 1 of his new CLE series “Litigation Back to Basic”. In this episode Andrew shows you how to properly prepare for conducting and defending depositions. Earn 1 Skills […]
Full Disclosure: The Insurance Disclosure Act of 2022
August 8, 2023
Join special guest Rosa M. Feeney Esq., for a stand alone episode:“Full Disclosure: The Insurance Disclosure Act of 2022” On July 13, 2023, Rosa held an in-depth review of the Comprehensive Insurance Disclosure Act of 2022. Topics included: What the Act requires, how to comply, how it can be used as a powerful tool in […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case – Part 6
June 13, 2023
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series:“How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case.” On June 6, Andrew held part six of his CLE series “How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case”. In this episode Andrew covers how to properly try a medical malpractice case. Earn […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case – Part 5
May 9, 2023
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series:“How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case.” On May 3, Andrew held part five of his CLE series “How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case”. In this episode Andrew covers gearing up for the trial. Earn 1 Skills Credit […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case – Part 4
April 18, 2023
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series:“How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case.” In part four, Andrew discusses discovery issues unique to a medical malpractice case and how to properly prepare for the deposition of a physician. Earn 1 Skills Credit with The New York […]
How Insurance Coverage Counsel Can Help Settle Cases
April 4, 2023
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, and his special guest, Rosa Feeney Esq. Rosa Feeney is the newest member of the Smiley Law team, bringing over 25 years of experience handling insurance coverage matters and her knowledge of the insurance industry. As a leader in the field of insurance […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case – Part 1
January 17, 2023
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series:“How to Litigate a Medical Malpractice Case.” Part one covers how to screen and select a viable medical malpractice case. To view the materials for this episode, click here. To enter the code for CLE credit, click here. Contact Andrew Smiley […]
Giving Back
January 3, 2023
Can you believe we’re kicking off 2023 already? It was a busy 2022, and it went by quickly. In this End of the Year episode, Andrew takes a moment to reflect and share all that has happened, and will happen at the Mentor Esq. More importantly he shares a philosophy he’s been developing on “Giving […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case – Part 4
December 20, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series:“How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case.” Part four focuses on Motion Practice. Topics covered include how to win summary judgment in a construction accident case. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the materials for this episode, click here. To […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case – Part 3
November 15, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series:“How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case.” Part three focuses on Depositions. Topics covered included: The “who”, “how,” “what,” and “why” of deposing construction accident witnesses. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the materials for this episode, click here. To […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case – Part 2
October 18, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series: “How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case.” Part two focuses on Investigation and Commencing the Action. Topics covered will include how to investigate and build a successful construction accident claim with experts. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the […]
CLE: How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case – Part 1
September 20, 2022
On September 7 Andrew presented the first installation of his newest CLE series “How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case”. In this episode, Andrew reviews NYS Labor Law §240(1), §241(6), §200 and The Industrial Code. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the materials for this episode, click here. To enter the code for CLE credit, click here. […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 6
July 19, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for the finale of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 6 – “The Trial,” topics discussed will include direct/cross examination of experts as well as how to present a catastrophic injury case to a jury. Contact Andrew […]
Let’s Talk About Referrals
June 9, 2022
In the Fall of 2021, I started hosting 30 minute, One-on-One zoom meetings. Since then I’ve met with over a hundred lawyers, from new to retired, different practice areas, solo to large firms, and everything in between. Despite the differences, one subject always came up, that is referrals. What I came away with from these […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 4
May 17, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for Part 4 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 4 – “Expert Depositions,” topics discussed will include preparation and conduction/defending the deposition of an expert witness. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the materials for this […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 3
April 19, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for Part 3 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 3 – “Liability & Damages Experts” topics discussed will include working with an automotive engineer, accident reconstructionist, biomechanical engineer, life care planner, vocational rehabilitator, economist, and various […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 2
March 15, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for Part 2 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 2 – “Claims, Notices and Commencing the Action,” topics discussed will include which letters, notices and claims to immediately serve and file, appointing legal representatives, causes of […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 1
February 15, 2022
On February 4, Andrew presented the first installation in a five part CLE series focusing on litigating a catastrophic automobile accident case, with this presentation touching on the beginning of any case: the investigation. This CLE Series was presented with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the […]
Season 3 – Episode 7: The Water Project with Peter Chasse
February 1, 2022
Andrew talks to founder and president of the Water Project, Peter Chasse, and the two discuss the challenge of bringing clean water to remote communities around the globe, and the importance of giving back. To donate to the Mentor, Esq.’s Campaign for Water, click here. Contact Andrew at [email protected]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 5
January 18, 2022
On January 5, Andrew presented the final CLE in the Anatomy of a Trial series, focusing on closing arguments. This CLE Series was presented with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. He is looking forward to starting his new CLE series in February – we hope you’ll join for the first installment of […]
Season 3 – Episode 5: Enjoy the Journey
January 4, 2022
Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are still seeing ripple effects in the field of law. In this episode, Andrew wraps up 2021 by reflecting on the changes he’s seen in the last year and discusses the importance of work/life balance, community, and taking risks. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 4
December 14, 2021
On December 1, Andrew presented a CLE on cross examination best practices. This is the fourth of five installments of the “Anatomy of a Trial” CLE Series that he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers this winter. To see the materials for this CLE, click here. To claim CLE credit, use […]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 3
November 16, 2021
On November 3, Andrew presented a CLE on how to perform effective direct examinations. This is the third of five installments of the “Anatomy of a Trial” CLE Series that he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers this fall. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To enter the code for the CLE […]
The Round Table: Talking Construction Accident Cases
July 27, 2021
The Round Table is back! We’re proud to offer a place for lawyers and others in the legal field to share ideas, answer common questions, and connect over shared experiences. On our July 22 episode, Andrew and guests Rosa Feeney, Esq. and Michael Mezzacappa, Esq. discussed the ins and outs of construction accident cases and […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 7
July 13, 2021
On July 7, Andrew conducted the final presentation of the “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” series, where he tied up loose ends, answered some last questions, and touched on the process of wrapping up a trial. If you are listening and would like to enter the code for CLE credit, you can […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 7
On July 7, Andrew conducted the final presentation of the “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” series, where he tied up loose ends, answered some last questions, and touched on the process of wrapping up a trial. If you are listening and would like to enter the code for CLE credit, you can […]
The Round Table
June 22, 2021
Welcome to the Round Table! A place for lawyers and others in the legal field to share ideas, answer common questions, and connect over shared experiences. Community is key in these discussions! Our first episode was on June 16, and Andrew and his guests spent some time talking about how to avoid burnout, their valuable […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 6
June 8, 2021
On June 2, Andrew conducted Part 6 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” where he discussed a key point in any case: the trial. This is the latest installment of a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. If you are listening and would like […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 5
May 11, 2021
On May 5, Andrew presented part 5 of the 7 part series “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Series” to an audience of over a thousand lawyers. In this popular episode, he discusses the steps and preparation that goes into pre-trial disclosures and best practices for gearing up for trial. If you are listening […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 4
April 13, 2021
On April 7, Andrew conducted Part 4 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” where he discussed properly preparing and conducting depositions. This is the latest installment of a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. If you are listening and would like to enter the […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 3
March 9, 2021
On March 3, Andrew conducted Part 3 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. In this episode, he discusses relationships with adversaries, the preliminary conference, and beginning the discovery process. If you are listening and would like to […]
CLE: Taking the “Umm…” out of SUM/UM Coverage
February 23, 2021
In Andrew’s current CLE series, “How to Litigate a Personal Injury Case”, the topic of SUM and UM coverage has come up several times. In fact, it came up so many times during the Q&A sessions that the Mentor, Esq. worked with the Academy to do an entire CLE on the topic! If you are […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 2
February 9, 2021
On February 3, Andrew conducted Part 2 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. In this episode, he discusses early settlement, jurisdiction, venue, and commencing the lawsuit itself. If you are listening and would like to enter the […]
Season 2 – Episode 9: Racing Cars with Chris Paiz
January 26, 2021
This week, Andrew interviews Chris Paiz, a fellow lawyer and car racing enthusiast. Cars are a passion for both Andrew and Chris, and as they talk about their respective experiences in the world of simulated auto racing (and their love of Porsches), they also share how this hobby has impacted their lives and careers, and […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 1
January 12, 2021
On January 6th, Andrew conducted Part 1 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. In this episode, he discusses the start of the process, including getting the case, investigating the details, and preparing to file. If you are […]
Season 2 – Episode 8: An Interview with Brooklyn, New York’s DA Eric Gonzalez
December 29, 2020
In this week’s episode, Andrew welcomes the District Attorney of Kings County in Brooklyn, New York, Eric Gonzalez. Over the course of the hour, DA Gonzalez discusses his journey from his Brooklyn roots to becoming the first district attorney of Hispanic heritage in New York State, failings he has seen in the justice system around […]