Patricia Baxter

Tackling The Learning Curve of Claims

What were some of the lessons you learned early in your claims career? For our guest this week on The Defense Never Rests, Michael Benson, he shares that he learned early on that facts are not always the most important. Which can be a shocking discovery at first. In...

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Uncovering Captive Insurance

For many the response to that is: “what the heck is a captive?” OR perhaps you are in the position that you are evaluating your loss ratios with your premium costs and maybe you are intrigued with the idea of potentially joining a risk retention group. Maybe you’ve...

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Is Social Media Professional?

Do you use social media to help promote your professional persona? Well…if you are reading this on Linkedin, chances are the answer to the question is yes. I think we all utilize this platform in similar but also different ways. Some use to gather information that is...

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Insider Tips: Panel Counsel

What do you know about insuring cannabis products and navigating the related claims? Whether it is used for recreational or medical purposes, cannabis has an element of uncharted territory. But is it all that different from insuring another crop? Or how about a...

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Insider Look at Public Entity Claims

How are the risks of a public entity different? Or maybe the better question to ask is: how does one approach a claim against a public entity differently? This week on the Defense Never Rests, we are joined by Eileen Fay, SVP and Head of Claims at Berkley Public...

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Careers and Parenthood

For our parents out there, what was the biggest challenge you faced professionally as a young parent? For many expecting mothers, the first challenge is TELLING your employer. What will they say? What type of reaction will you receive? When do you even break the news?...

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Single Mother’s Road to Genral Counsel

What drives you each day to keep working toward your professional goals? Better question…do you know what those goals even are? Some of us are determined to put in the work solely to best serve our insureds. Others it could be monetary rewards or promotions. And for...

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Confessions of a Risk Manager

When you assign your outside counsel, did you ever stop and think about the traits you’re seeking? Maybe it is an aggressive approach to litigation. Maybe it is mental dexterity. Maybe both. Perhaps trial experience is an absolute “must.” Perhaps you just genuinely...

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Fixing Gender Bias in the Workplace

Do you know how implicit gender bias is impacting your workplace? It is not always easy to spot and the best of us may be guilty of it as well. Men AND women. In fact, do you even know what it looks like? It goes far deeper than overt discrimination you may see with...

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The Career of a Sports Lawyer

Have you wondered how to become a sports lawyer? What does a sports lawyer do? In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, we are joined by Sam Burum, associate counsel for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. Sam currently works with the New Jersey Devils...

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The Evolution of Insurance Claims

This week on The Defense Never Rests we are joined by Porter Nelms, VP of Claims at Premier Group Insurance Company, who after over 25 years in the industry has witnessed first hand how the insurance industry is changing with the times.

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Workers’ Comp Post-Pandemic

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests we are joined by Vice President - Claim Consultant for Lockton Companies, Alicia DePalma. Tune in to hear about the changes in workers' comp, comp claims, medical and recreation marijuana, and much more in the post-pandemic...

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The Keys to Success in Mediation

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests Podcast we are joined by Elliot Herland, a mediator in workers' compensation. Tune in to hear about the keys to a successful mediation as well as his legal journey and the many shifts he has taken in his caree

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Confessions of a Divorce Attorney

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, we are joined by divorce attorney, online mediator, and divorce strategy coach Gabrielle Hartley. Tune in to hear her personal journey that led her to her position today, and the ins-and-outs of bring a divorce...

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Partnering with Your Counsel

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, host Meghan Henry is joined by Jay Carleton. As the VP of Casualty and Workers Compensation Claims at State Auto Insurance, Jay opens up with his philosophy on how they handle claims and what they look for in counsel.

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Dirty Little Secrets About Mediation

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, we are joined by guest Winter Wheeler. Tune in to hear her peel back the curtain to take a look into her personal life as a hard working mother of 4, and the good, the bad, and the ugly parts of mediation.

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Mother’s Day Tell All

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, host Meghan is joined by fellow Morgan & Akins colleagues and their mothers! Tune in for this Mother's Day special to hear the heartwarming stories, embarrassing tales, and everything in between! Happy Mother's Day...

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Defending New York City

In this episode host Meghan Henry is joined by returning guest Shari Belitz as well as Christopher Dickerson. NYC residents Chris and Shari work for the city of New York. Driven by his passion for the Big Apple, Chris defends the city that never sleeps as a public...

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From Big Law Firm to Startup CEO

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, host Meghan is joined by her longtime law school friend Jenn Maher. Fueled by her drive to succeed and urge to stay busy, Jenn has had quite the journey from working for big a law firm to working startup.

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Traveling During COVID

In this episode hosts Meghan and Nate are joined by Meghan's old time friend (and previous prom date) Rob Shainess. Not only is he a practicing attorney in Minneapolis, but he also traveled across the country via road trip during COVID.

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Ethical Pitfalls in Claims

In this episode, hosts Meghan and Scott are joined by Manny Emandulis, Corporate Vice President at Kaufman Financial Group. They discuss ethics in an unethical world while offering insight on what leads people to make unethical decisions, how to spot it, and how to...

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Fear & Anxiety in the Courtroom

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast we are joined by Philadelphia trial attorney and podcaster Bob Levant. Together, we deep dive into navigating the courtroom culture which does not encouraged to admit fear and anxiety. What do you do when...

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Nuclear Verdicts & Reptile Theory

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, we are joined again by Rebecca Gregg and Shari Belitz. Tune in as they discuss nuclear verdicts, the pivot of utilizing fear in courtroom culture, defining reptile theory, and the use of reptile theory in trucking...

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Understanding The Dilution Effect

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast we are joined by Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour at LBS, Dr. Niro Sivanathan. Tune in to hear about the importance of effective communication, negotiation, and how the dilution effect applies to your...

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Successfully Side Hustling

Successfully Side Hustling

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests Podcast we are joined by two women who have proved that with hard work and determination, your passions can become your money making side hustle! (All while working full time in the legal world, I might add.)

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From Law Enforcement to Insurance Claims

From Law Enforcement to Insurance Claims

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, we are joined by Rob McGaver. Tune in to hear how he went from working in law enforcement to the working in the legal world, and what surprising skills he took from the sheriff's office to the insurance office.

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Drones: The Future Takes Flight

Drones: The Future Takes Flight

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests, hosts Wendy and Nate are joined by two guests who have made drones their professions. Chief Operating Officer at REIN, Travis Wherry who writes drone insurance policies, and forensic engineer Joe Teitelman specializing in...

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Should You Start a Podcast?

Should You Start a Podcast?

It seems like everyone and their mother has a podcast these days. Have you been thinking about starting one? Why should you start one? Tune into this episode of The Defense Never Rests as our guest and founder of Podcast Launch Lab, Sebastian Rusk.  Be sure to check...

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Real Estate as a “Side Hustle”

Real Estate as a “Side Hustle”

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests Podcast we are joined by author, educator, and the founder of Real Estate Investor Goddesses Monick Halm. Tune in to hear how she supports women in investing in properties and helps stop the stigma of trading hours for...

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Silent Stigmas and Fertility

Silent Stigmas and Fertility

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, we are joined by guests Shari Belitz and Jacqueline Harounian. Tune in as we candidly share the legalities behind surrogacy, the Mary Beth Whitehead legal case, as well as our ups and downs in the journey of...

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Running a University in a Global Pandemic

Running a University in a Global Pandemic

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests, we are joined by Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration at Kentucky State University Douglas Allen, and General Counsel Lisa Lang. Join us as we discover the challenges and unpredictable obstacles their...

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Life Coaching and Mind Management

Life Coaching and Mind Management

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, I am joined again by cohost Talar Herculian Coursey. This episode is very special as our guest, Olivia Vizachero is a life coach to both of us. Dubbed the Less Stressed Lawyer, Olivia touches on how to train your...

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Deep Work: The Skill of Focusing

Deep Work: The Skill of Focusing

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests Podcast, I am joined again by my cohost Oliver Brooks. Tune in as we explore the importance of not only focusing on deep work without distractions, but also unplugging and disconnecting. How do you focus? How do you center...

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Attorneys Who TikTok

Attorneys Who TikTok

In this episode of The Defense Never Rests podcast, we sit down with business Wilson Murphy Law owner, Michelle Murphy. We discuss her fascinating story and current success on TikTok, and how it can be utilized for more than just dancing to catchy songs.

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Tricia Baxter on Product Liability, Current Writings, and The Defense Never Rests

Patricia Baxter, Partner at Morgan & Akins, recently sat down with Ron Sykstus for his podcast, Next Lawyer Up to talk about her journey through college, law school and career choices. Mr. Sykstus is a very well respected attorney who has practiced in northern Alabama for almost 30 years. His podcast has featured interviews with attorneys from all over Country.

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Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

In this episode, we sit down with Alexis Robertson, who's job is to put herself out of business. She is a diversity and inclusion professional and helps law firms recruit and keep people who are otherwise underrepresented in the law firm ranks. Listen as she talks...

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Determine Your Exit Strategy Early

Determine Your Exit Strategy Early

After 40 years in claims, you pick up a thing or two! If you want perspective, sit down and talk to someone who started their career before people used email, or even computers, who completed claim notes using pen and paper, and when people could actually smoke in the...

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Medical Marijuana and the Law

Medical Marijuana and the Law

Medical Marijuana is now legal in more than half of the United States (33 states, to be exact)! With these changes come a whole new set of challenges for employers, risk managers and claims adjusters handling EPL and WC claims. This week's podcast features Dillon...

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Coverage Lawyers Aren’t Boring

Coverage Lawyers Aren’t Boring

If you are one of those people who think handling coverage claims is boring, we have some guests to change your mind! In this episode of The Defense Never Rests, host Patricia Baxter is joined by insurance gurus Laura Gregory, Michael Young, and Scott Rybny. What do...

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Working From Home in the Coronavirus Era

Working From Home in the Coronavirus Era

As Coronavirus continues to spread, chaos has seemed to permeate into every inch of our daily lives. Though we are each lucky to be healthy, there is still so much uncertainty that lies ahead. In this episode of The Defense Never Rests, host Patricia Baxter is joined...

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Mediation

Mediation

In this episode, host Patricia Baxter is joined by cohost Oliver Brooks to welcome their guests. Two well-respected and widely used mediators, Judge Michael Snyder, the newly elected Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association, and Barbara Lyons. Judge Snyder has...

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Balancing Life, Career, and Family

Balancing Life, Career, and Family

Juggling family and career is tough for so many people. While this topic certainly isn't new, talking about it is still so important! In this episode, host Patricia Baxter is joined by Kara White, Meghan Henry, and Scott Rybny. Tune in and listen to the experiences of...

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Health & Fitness for Your Busy Schedule

Health & Fitness for Your Busy Schedule

New Year, New Podcast! Who isn't talking health and fitness this week? Guilty! In this episode, host Patricia Baxter talks with lawyer turned corporate wellness coach, personal trainer and nutrition coach, Megan O'Neill. She gives away her "actionable" tips for...

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Top 10 Factors to Evaluate Claims Early

Top 10 Factors to Evaluate Claims Early

In this episode, host Patricia Baxter is joined again by some of the smartest lawyers she knows: Wendy Smith, Oliver Brooks, and Nate Bohlander. Join them as they discuss their top 10 factors to evaluate claims early with little to go on. What do you think? Let us...

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