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Session I - Strategies for Dynamic Cross-Examination in Medical Malpractice Cases: Opening the door to effective legal tactics – Brett Panter and Al Del Risco
In this webinar, Brett Panter will delve into the nuances of effective cross-examination of adverse witnesses, offering insights into best practices and techniques. He will also focus on the importance of thorough preparation for depositions, emphasizing the need to handle adverse parties adeptly during these sessions without prematurely shutting down their testimony. In addition to Brett Panter's insights, Al Del Risco, Mr. Panter’s lead associate, will share strategies for overcoming entry blockades in Medical Negligence cases. He will focus on opening the door to key information and navigating initial obstacles in these complex cases to ensure a strong legal foundation.
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Session II – Ethical Dos and Don’ts for New Attorneys, and a Refresher for All Attorneys - Joel G. Selik
This session will cover basic ethical obligations for all attorneys with an emphasis on newer attorneys. Gain insights on how to comply with the critical client communication ethical obligations. Learn how to draft effective and ethical fee agreements. Learn strategies for handling challenging situations like receiving "That Letter" and navigate through the ethical minefield of the Unauthorized Practice of Law. Lastly, stay ahead of the curve by exploring the ethical implications of AI in the legal profession.
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Date / Time: January 26, 2024
Closed-captioning available
Brett A. Panter | Panter, Panter & Sampedro
Brett A. Panter is the founding and principle partner of the firm of Panter, Panter & Sampedro, P.A. The firm currently consists of 6 attorneys and 12 support staff and multiple independent contractors. The firm has handled cases throughout the southeastern United States. The firm has had significant involvement in class action cases: Total Health Care of Florida (Marie Guillaumine) v. State Farm Fire & Casualty Insurance Co. and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co.; Total Health Care of Florida (Juan Iglesias) v. State Farm Fire & Casualty Insurance Co. and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co.; and Todd Sussman v. Bank of America, Case No. 03-04963 CA 25. Mr. Panter has also been involved in Multi District Litigation regarding Baycol, a cholesterol lowering drug, against Bayer, In Re Bayer Corp., (MDL – 1431 D. Minn.). Mr. Panter was previously involved in Multi District Litigation involving Vioxx against Merk Corp., In Re Vioxx Products Liability Litigation, (MDL -1657 E.D.La.)
Brett A. Panter is a Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer and primarily practices in the area of Complex Civil Litigation including but not limited to Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Neglect, Product Liability, Premises Liability, and Aviation Litigation.
Brett A. Panter achieved a structured settlement with a guaranteed payout of $20,000,000 in a confidential settlement of a medical malpractice case wherein a minor child suffered a hypoxic brain injury and remained severely damaged for the rest of her life. Brett A. Panter was lead counsel in Brown v. AlbaMartinez, M.D., a medical malpractice case, and on October 30, 2009 a jury rendered $8.5 million verdict. At age 30, Brett Panter was lead counsel Stark, West and Clay v. Alamo Rent A Car, where a jury rendered a $7.7 million verdict. That verdict was upheld on appeal in Clay v. Alamo, 586 So.2d 394 (Fla. 3rd DCA 1991). After all appeals were exhausted Alamo paid the families over $9.5 million. Mr. Panter also served as lead counsel in Garcia v. Florida Erectors, Inc., a construction accident case. On May 22, 2009, a jury found a subcontractor negligent and rendered a verdict of $3.6 million. Mr. Panter was also lead counsel in American Aerial Lift, Inc. v. Perez, 629 So.2d 169 (Fla. 3d DCA 1993), rev. denied, 637 So.2d 233 (Fla. 1994), in which a jury rendered a $1.7 million verdict. The Perez case was appealed to the Supreme Court. Mr. Panter’s closing arguments in the cases of Stark and Perez were published nationally. As lead counsel in Del Risco v. Industrial Affiliates, Ltd., 556 So.2d 1148 (Fla. 3d DCA 1990), Mr. Panter obtained a jury verdict for his client in the amount of $1.5 million. Brett A. Panter was counsel in the worker’s compensation trial of Aelion v. City of Sunny Isles Beach and PGCS, JCC 17-004278JIJ (October 26, 2017). The case resulted in a victory providing multimillions of dollars’ worth of medical benefits for Mr. Aelion. At the same time, a third-party case was prosecuted and was settled a few days before trial. The terms of the confidential settlement cannot be revealed. Mr. Panter has achieved many other settlements in complex claims resulting in recoveries greater than $1 million. Please see www.panterlaw.com for more information.
In 2007, Brett A. Panter was nominated to be a member of Super Lawyers, an organization limited to five percent of practicing lawyers in any one state and that elects members from peer groups. In 2008, Brett A. Panter was invited to be a Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America. Fellowships are limited to less than one half of one percent of American lawyers. In 2006, the American Academy of Trial Counsel, an invite only organization, extended Brett A. Panter an invitation to become a fellow. Based upon evaluations of effectiveness, accomplishments, and reputation for ethics, the Academy has grown to 2,500 fellows nationwide. The Academy represents the best in law among its membership, as selected by clients, lawyers, judges and business leaders throughout the United States.
Al Del Risco | Panter, Panter & Sampedro
Al Del Risco is an attorney with Panter, Panter & Sampedro focusing primarily on medical malpractice and personal injury cases. In addition to being an attorney Mr. Del Risco is also a licensed registered nurse.
Mr. Del Risco graduated from Barry University with his bachelor’s degree in nursing. He honed his skills as a nurse while working at Jackson Memorial Hospital in the burn unit and the trauma intensive care unit. Mr. Del Risco received his law degree from Barry University and became a member of the Florida Bar in 2017. The combination of the medical background and the law is invaluable in evaluating personal injury cases in a more efficient manner. This medical knowledge allows Mr. Del Risco to immerse himself into a client’s medical records and identify issues not easily seen by other attorneys.
Mr. Del Risco is a member of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Dade County Bar Association and the Cuban American Bar Association. Mr. Del Risco is a lifelong Miami resident and is fluent in Spanish and English.
Joel G. Selik | Selik Law Offices
Joel G. Selik, A Nevada & California Attorney Since 1985, is a California State Bar Certified Specialist in Legal Malpractice. Selik concentrates his practice in Legal Malpractice and Judgment Collection and accepts cases throughout California and Nevada. Selik has offices in San Diego and Las Vegas.
Session I – Strategies for Dynamic Cross-Examination in Medical Malpractice Cases: Opening the door to effective legal tactics | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Effective Cross-Examination Techniques | 11:00am – 11:15am
Best Practices in Deposition Preparation | 11:15am – 11:30am
Adapting to Adverse Parties | 11:30am – 11:40am
Overcoming Entry Blockades in Medical Negligence Cases | 11:40am – 11:50am
Building a Strong Legal Foundation | 11:50am – 12:00pm
Break | 12:00pm – 12:10pm
Session II – Ethical Dos and Don’ts for New Attorneys, and a Refresher for All Attorneys | 12:10pm – 1:10pm
The Ethical Obligation to Communicate with Your Client Made Easy | 12:10pm – 12:20pm
Necessary Fee Agreement Provisions | 12:20pm – 12:30pm
Your Duty to Snitch-It is Not Optional | 12:30pm – 12:40pm
What To Do When You get “That Letter” | 12:40pm – 12:50pm
The Unauthorized Practice of Law-Traps for the Unwary | 12:50pm – 1:00pm
Ethical Issues with the use of Artificial Intelligence-Watch Out | 1:00pm – 1:10pm
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only $395 yearly