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The Jon and Marc Podcast
Jon & Marc
30 episodes
6 days ago
Legal growth insights from Jon, Marc, and the industry's top tier legal & marketing professionals. Two veteran legal marketers, Jon Robinson and Marc Rioux, dive into the business of law, mass torts, and the future of plaintiff-side firms. From marketing strategy and technology to candid conversations with top trial lawyers, marketers, and industry leaders, this podcast unpacks what’s really driving growth and change in the legal world. Honest, practical, and a little irreverent—perfect for attorneys, marketers, and anyone curious about where the business of law is headed.
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Legal growth insights from Jon, Marc, and the industry's top tier legal & marketing professionals. Two veteran legal marketers, Jon Robinson and Marc Rioux, dive into the business of law, mass torts, and the future of plaintiff-side firms. From marketing strategy and technology to candid conversations with top trial lawyers, marketers, and industry leaders, this podcast unpacks what’s really driving growth and change in the legal world. Honest, practical, and a little irreverent—perfect for attorneys, marketers, and anyone curious about where the business of law is headed.
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The Jon and Marc Podcast
Texas AG Targets Roblox and Tylenol as Social Media and Uber Cases Advance

From social media to ridesharing, this week’s Tort Talk explores how platform accountability is becoming the defining story of 2026 litigation.


Social Media Addiction: The first trial in Los Angeles Superior Court is set for January 2026, with the MDL expected to follow in April. Early rulings on expert testimony signal momentum heading into next year.


Online Gambling: A new emerging tort centered on gambling app addiction is beginning to take shape, with early lawsuits filed and MDL consolidation likely by mid-2026.


Roblox: The Texas Attorney General has sued Roblox, alleging the gaming platform deceived parents about potential dangers to minors. With roughly 40% of users under age 13 and over 50 suits already filed, an MDL could be formed following the JPML hearing in December.


Tylenol: The Texas Attorney General has also filed suit against Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue for allegedly deceptively marketing Tylenol to pregnant mothers. The upcoming Second Circuit decision on expert testimony could determine whether this litigation becomes one of the largest of the decade.


Uber: The platform faces nearly 10,000 combined cases across state and federal court over driver-related assaults. After losing the initial bellwether, plaintiffs prepare for a critical MDL trial in January.


As Joe Fantini says, these are the most important 10 minutes in mass torts each week.


————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

00:00 – Intro: Tort Talks with Jon Robinson and Joe Fantini

00:28 – Social Media Addiction: January 2026 Trial Locked In

01:57 – Online Gambling: New Litigation Emerges

02:49 – Roblox: Texas AG Files Suit, MDL Hearing Set for December

04:28 – Tylenol: AG Action and Second Circuit Review

06:20 – Uber: Bellwether Lessons and January MDL Trial

08:15 – Closing: What to Watch Heading Into Q1 2026

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1 week ago
8 minutes 55 seconds

The Jon and Marc Podcast
$185M Monsanto Verdict Reinstated and 74,000+ J&J Talc Cases as First Trial Begins

As we head into the final stretch of 2025, this week’s Tort Talks covers four major developments reshaping the mass tort landscape:


Talc / J&J: The first post bankruptcy ovarian cancer trial begins this week in California state court as filings continue to climb. J&J now faces more than 74,000 cases and could be at 90,000 by the end of 2026.


Monsanto / Bayer: The Washington Supreme Court reinstated the $185 million PCB contamination verdict while a separate $38 million investor class action settlement wins final approval alleging Bayer downplayed liabilities tied to Monsanto.


Social Media Addiction: The initial California state court trial set for November has been pushed to January as additional discovery is allowed. Multiple state trials are now expected across 2026, increasing pressure on the tech defendants.


Paraquat: Reports indicate settlement activity inside the MDL with more than 6,400 cases at issue. Meanwhile Philadelphia state court remains active with a January trial setting on deck. Broader resolution could hinge on how that docket moves.


Your complete mass tort briefing for the week in under 10 minutes.


————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

00:00 – Introduction: Tort Talks with Marc and Joe

00:39 – Talc: First Post Bankruptcy Trial Begins

02:02 – Monsanto: $185M Verdict Reinstated and $38M Settlement

03:42 – Social Media Addiction: 2026 Trial Pressure Builds

04:54 – Paraquat: Settlement Signals and Philadelphia Trial Setting

06:18 – Closing and Next Week’s Developments

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2 weeks ago
6 minutes 54 seconds

The Jon and Marc Podcast
Roundup’s Endgame: Trial Dates, Venue Tactics, and Settlement Strategy

Roundup remains one of the most strategically complex mass torts in the country.


For this MTMP edition of Tort Talk, Jon, Marc, and Joe sit down with Seth Crompton to outline the key pressure points driving this litigation forward.


In this episode, Seth explains:

  • How inventory settlements are actually being structured
    • What the Solicitor General and Supreme Court activity could realistically impact
    • Why design defect claims remain viable regardless of what happens on preemption
    • How trial settings influence defense posture and negotiation windows

  • Roundup has been active for years. But the next phase is about leverage, timing, and aligning the right mechanisms to force movement.


    Tune in for a strategic look at where Roundup stands today and how attorneys should be thinking about the path to resolution.


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Introduction to Roundup with Seth Crompton

    00:52 – Where the litigation stands now + why cases are still moving

    03:17 – How inventory settlements actually work in Roundup

    05:43 – Previewing the 2026 trial strategy

    07:24 – What the next 8-12 months could signal for resolution

    09:07 – How to contact Seth Crompton

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    2 weeks ago
    9 minutes 39 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    The Anatomy of a Defective Device: Inside the Bard PowerPort MDL Strategy

    When a medical device designed to save cancer patients has an alleged failure rate of up to 60% … you have a mass tort that could define the next two years of plaintiff litigation.


    In this episode of The Jon & Marc Podcast,  filmed live at MTMP, we sit down with Rebecca Phillips, Director of Mass Torts at The Lanier Law Firm and one of the co-leads in the Bard PowerPort MDL.


    Rebecca breaks down how mass tort vetting actually works at scale, the real story behind Bard PowerPort, and what firms need to understand before jumping into a device-based tort.


    What you’ll learn in this episode:

    • What makes Bard PowerPort unique, and why it’s so dangerous for cancer patients
    • How Lanier decides which mass torts are worth investing millions into
    • Why a “clear tort” is more valuable than a “big tort”
    • What small PI firms should consider before entering mass torts
    • How to use legal conferences to build real co-counsel relationships (without wasting days wandering)


    Bottom line: If you want to evaluate Bard PowerPort, understand how elite firms vet cases, or see where mass torts are heading in 2026, this episode is required viewing.


    ————————— Contents of this video —————————  

    00:00 – Introducing Rebecca Phillips

    01:22 – What a Mass Torts Director actually does

    02:24 – How Lanier vets new torts

    05:32 – When a mass tort case isn’t viable

    06:57 – What makes Bard PowerPort a “clean” tort

    09:20 – The risks of Bard PowerPort injuries in cancer patients

    11:20 – Consolidation of Bard PowerPort cases and failure to warn claims

    14:56 – The 510(k) process and vetting medical devices 

    16:55 – Rebecca’s roles and responsibilities as an MDL co-lead

    19:33 – Should smaller firms get into Bard PowerPort?

    22:31 – The Roblox mass tort buzz at MTMP

    25:42 – How to get the most out of MTMP as a first-timer

    26:56 – How to co-counsel with The Lanier Law Firm

    28:01 – Final takeaways from Rebecca Phillips


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    2 weeks ago
    28 minutes 43 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    What’s Next for Hernia Mesh Litigation? With Kelsey Stokes & David Hobbs

    In this special MTMP edition of Tort Talk, Jon Robinson and Joe Fantini sit down in Las Vegas Kelsey Stokes and David Hobbs — two of the lead voices shaping the future of hernia mesh litigation.


    They break down the Bard settlement involving nearly 40,000 plaintiffs, share updates on case administration, and discuss the next wave of hernia mesh litigation — including Covidien’s upcoming bellwether trials and the science behind these complex products.


    👉 You’ll learn:

    • How the Bard settlement was structured and where it stands today
    • What makes hernia mesh injuries so challenging to evaluate and resolve
    • Why settlement administration often takes years — and what clients should expect
    • The emerging litigation against Covidien and the key differences from Bard
    • The role of materials like polypropylene and polyester in mesh failure
    • What to expect from the first Covidien bellwether trials in early 2026


    Whether you’re a mass tort attorney, paralegal, or just following the future of medical device litigation, this is your inside look at the biggest hernia mesh developments in 2025.


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Introduction to Hernia Mesh Litigation

    01:53 – Bard Settlement Overview

    04:05 – Managing Client Expectations Post-Settlement

    06:32 – Current Developments in Covidien Litigation

    09:15  – Understanding Product-Specific Injuries

    12:26 – Complexities of Hernia Mesh Cases

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    3 weeks ago
    14 minutes 50 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Pillow Talk from MTMP: The Roblox Mass Tort Everyone’s Talking About

    Live from MTMP at the Bellagio, this week’s Tort Talk dives into the case everyone’s buzzing about: Roblox.

    With an estimated 40 million real daily users (many of them children) attorneys believe it could become the defining mass tort of 2026.


    Plus: key movement on Camp Lejeune, digital exposure challenges, and what mass torts look like in a world where social platforms and gaming companies are under fire.


    🎮 Roblox: JPML hearing set for December 4 with centralization expected in California

    ⚖️ Camp Lejeune: Mediation stalled, but settlement framework targeted by year-end

    🧠 Social Media & Gaming Litigation: Beating back 230 immunity and shifting beyond drugs & devices

    📍 MTMP Trend: A new era of torts focused on protecting minors from digital harm


    👉 Mass torts are evolving — and this episode is your inside scoop from the conference floor… and, uh, the hotel bed.


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Welcome to Tort Talk… from the Bellagio Bed

    00:35 – Why Roblox Is the “Belle of the Ball” at MTMP

    01:10 – 80M Users? Bot Concerns + What Really Matters for Plaintiffs

    02:43 – Section 230 Updates + Why Plaintiffs Feel Confident

    03:18 – Next Steps in The Roblox Litigation

    04:17 – Camp Lejeune: Mediation Status + Trial Prep + Case Counts

    05:49 – Verifying Exposure: Microfiche & Digitization 

    06:33 – Final Takeaways + Back to the Conference Floor

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    3 weeks ago
    7 minutes 3 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    SEO in 2025: Why Everything Changed (And What Law Firms Must Do Now)

    SEO isn’t dead, but it’s completely different. 


    In 2025, AI is deciding which law firms clients see first.


    In this episode, Jon Robinson and Marc Rioux break down how Google Gemini, ChatGPT, and changing search behaviors are rewriting the SEO playbook for law firms. They explain what’s really changed, what’s working now, and what firms need to do to stay visible as AI reshapes discovery, reputation, and trust online.


    Tune in and learn:

    ✅ Why branded pages and firm reputation now matter more than chasing keywords

    ✅ How to see when AI tools are recommending or linking to your firm

    ✅ Why “conversion over clicks” is the new SEO mantra

    ✅ How short-form content and video boost both rankings and trust

    ✅ What “content chunking” means (and why AI loves it)

    ✅ Why quality mentions now outweigh backlink volume


    If your law firm’s SEO results aren’t what they used to be, this conversation will show you exactly why, and what to do next.


    ————————— Contents of this video —————————  

    00:00 – Introduction

    01:32 – How AI Changed How People Search for Law Firms

    03:57 – Google’s AI Overviews & Gemini Take Over Search

    07:57 – Branded Pages: Shaping How AI Describes Your Firm

    09:52 – Using AI Prompts to Find Weak Spots in Your Brand

    13:11 – The Death of Direct Response as a Primary Strategy

    16:52 – Why Traffic Is Down… but Conversions Are Up

    19:34 – Video’s New Role in SEO & AI Answers

    22:22 – How Video Builds Trust & Improves Rankings

    24:02 – Story Pages & The Rise of Digital Authority

    27:56 – Law Firms Must Partner in Content Creation (No More “Set It and Forget It”)

    30:18 – The End of SEO Shortcuts: AI Sees the Truth

    31:20 – Content Chunking: Site Structure AI Loves

    32:27 – Tracking LLM Traffic in GA4

    34:53 – The Ranking Metrics You Can Stop Obsessing Over

    37:01 – AI Visibility Tests: What We Learned from 38 People Prompting

    41:52 – Link Building That Actually Matters in 2025

    45:51 – Mindset Shift: Earn Trust, Then Visibility

    46:57 – Final Thoughts + What to Do Next

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    3 weeks ago
    47 minutes 51 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    $966M Talc Verdict Rocks J&J as Zantac, NEC, and Depo See Major Shifts

    This week’s Tort Talks covers the major rulings and developments shaping the mass tort landscape one week before MTMP:


    Talcum Powder: A $966 million verdict against J&J in a California mesothelioma trial raises pressure ahead of the first ovarian cancer bellwether set to begin November 3.


    Zantac: Oral arguments at the Second Circuit challenge the MDL’s expert exclusion, a decision that could revive tens of thousands of claims and signal what’s ahead for Tylenol.


    NEC: A new case management conference is expected to reset the bellwether schedule after earlier dismissals, with a push for backup cases to maintain trial momentum.


    Depo-Provera: Case filings have doubled in just three months as a favorable ruling lets plaintiffs keep claims alive while awaiting the key preemption decision due before Thanksgiving.


    👉 Your complete mass tort briefing for the week — in less than 10 minutes.


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Intro: Tort Talks with Joe Fantini

    00:25 – Talcum Powder: $966M Verdict and Ovarian Cancer Trial Preview

    01:39 – Zantac: Second Circuit Oral Arguments and Tylenol Parallel

    03:54 – NEC: Case Management Conference and Bellwether Framework

    05:33 – Depo-Provera: Doubling Filings and Positive Rulings for Plaintiffs

    07:14 – Closing: MTMP Preview and Next Week’s Updates

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    1 month ago
    7 minutes 45 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Why Good Karma Builds Better Law Firms (60% Referral Strategy)

    How do you scale a law firm from 2 lawyers to $12M in revenue without losing the local touch that built it?


    In this episode of The Jon & Marc Podcast, Managing Partner Jim Hurley of Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers shares how “The Car Crash Experts” built one of Virginia’s fastest-growing personal injury firms through culture, connection, and community.


    Tune in and learn:

    • How Cooper Hurley plans to scale from $12M to $20M by 2029
    • Why hiring for alignment matters more than hiring for skill
    • The difference between working in vs. on your business
    • How local branding beats national advertising
    • Why giving back to the community is their most effective marketing strategy
    • How 60% of their cases come from  “Friends of the Firm” referrals 
    • The real impact of integrating intake and marketing under one roof

  • Bottom line:

    If you want to grow your law firm without losing your culture, this episode is a masterclass in sustainable, people-first growth.


    ————————— Contents of this video —————————  

    00:00 – Introducing Jim Hurley

    01:53 – Balancing Short and Long-Term Growth

    05:20 – Hiring the Right Talent 

    07:22 – Working On the Business vs. In the Business

    11:47 – Branding and Market Positioning

    14:45 – Maintaining a Small Firm Feel

    19:41 – Community Involvement and Giving Back

    24:05 – Referral Programs and Client Relationships

    27:15 – Managing Intake at Scale with Marketing

    30:13 – Future Growth Plans and Market Expansion

    32:11 – Improving Case Value and Operations

    35:19 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    1 month ago
    36 minutes 30 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Mass Tort Power Rankings: Top 10 Cases to Watch Right Now (October 2025)

    Introducing a new monthly series from The Jon & Marc Podcast — Tort Talks: Power Rankings.


    Jon Robinson, Marc Rioux, and mass tort expert Joe Fantini give you insight on the Top 10 Mass Torts to watch. From legacy litigations nearing settlement to emerging opportunities with massive potential, this episode covers the cases shaping the final quarter of 2025 and beyond.


    🎯 This Month’s Power Rankings:

    🔟 Bair Hugger – Legacy litigation with 10,000+ cases and new trial momentum

    9️⃣ GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs (Ozempic, Wegovy, etc.) – Vision loss claims rising as science strengthens

    8️⃣ Depo-Provera Brain Tumors – Preemption ruling pending; could surge if plaintiffs win

    7️⃣ Talcum Powder – Mediation underway and bellwether set for 2025; J&J under pressure

    6️⃣ Social Media Addiction – November bellwether will define Meta, TikTok, and Snap litigation

    5️⃣ Video Game Addiction – Emerging MDL with massive claimant pool of minors

    4️⃣ Uber Sexual Assault – First bellwether verdict in; momentum building for next trial

    3️⃣ Toxic Baby Food – High-risk, high-reward litigation with major firms leading the charge

    2️⃣ Hair Relaxer – Settlement talks and Science Day ahead; bellwether set for 2026

    1️⃣ Roundup – $10B+ already paid; inventory settlements continue as Supreme Court weighs in


    👀 Also in this episode:

    • “On the Rise” cases to watch: Tylenol and Roblox
    • “Too Late to the Game” torts: AFFF and Suboxone


    👉 Stay tuned! The Power Rankings return every month with fresh updates, insights, and opportunities for plaintiff firms.


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Intro: Tort Talks Power Rankings Launch

    01:05 – #10: Bair Hugger

    01:55 – #9: GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs (Ozempic, Wegovy)

    03:38 – #8: Depo-Provera Brain Tumors

    04:50 – #7: Talcum Powder

    06:04 – #6: Social Media Addiction

    07:05 – #5: Video Game Addiction

    08:11 – #4: Uber Sexual Assault

    09:58 – #3: Toxic Baby Food

    11:03 – #2: Hair Relaxer

    12:08 – Honorable Mentions: Roblox & Tylenol

    13:35 – #1: Roundup

    14:58 – Too Late to the Game: AFFF & Suboxone

    16:14 – Closing: MTMP Preview & Power Rankings Return

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    1 month ago
    16 minutes 42 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    The Mastermind Method: AI, Systems, and Scaling Your Law Firm

    Ever wonder why some law firms scale predictably while others stay stuck?


    In this episode of The Jon & Marc Podcast, we sit down with “The Heavy Hitter” himself, Rob Levine, at his mastermind in Chicago. With 25 years of experience, Rob has built one of the most recognized PI brands in the country and now leads multiple legal services companies spanning staffing, medical records, and consulting.


    Rob opens up about mastermind groups, the real role of AI in law firms, and the systems that separate firms that grow from those that struggle.


    What you’ll learn in this episode:

    • Why your wanted-to-signed ratio should be 95% (and why most firms fall far short)
    • How Rob’s intake system turned 2,300 hangups into 688 signed cases
    • Why forcing clients to switch from text to phone kills conversion
    • The truth about AI in case management and what actually drives case value
    • How structured masterminds create accountability and real implementation


    Bottom line: If you want to plug revenue leaks, modernize your operations, and understand where AI truly fits in your firm, this episode is packed with practical lessons you can use right away.


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Introducing Rob Levine

    01:16 – Why Rob Started His Own Mastermind 

    04:32 – How Mastermind Groups Operate

    06:30 – Involving Your Team in Legal Masterminds

    07:31 – Implementing Strategies with Weekly Accountability

    09:07 – Sharing Firm Data Openly

    11:39 – Law Firms vs. Insurance Companies

    15:20 – Intake: The Missing Link

    16:33 – Wanted-to-Signed Ratio

    19:04 – Ghost Calls That Expose Intake

    21:39 – Why Clients Prefer Text

    24:09 – Building Seamless Intake Systems

    26:01 – Automated Texting With Case Update Videos

    27:07 – The Future of AI Systems in Law Firms

    29:06 – Smarter Case Management With AI

    31:00 – Final Takeaways & Staying In Touch

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    1 month ago
    31 minutes 50 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Social Media Trial Greenlit, Roblox MDL Looms

    This week's Tort Talks covers critical rulings and developments shaping the mass tort landscape:


    Social Media Addiction: Plaintiffs score a major victory as the judge admits nearly all expert testimony, clearing the path for the November bellwether trial in Los Angeles County Superior Court.


    Roblox Sexual Assault: Over 30 cases involving minors prompt an MDL consolidation petition. A JPML hearing is set for December, with an MDL likely formed by year-end.


    NEC Litigation: Despite recent summary judgment setbacks, the judge orders a census of all filed and unfiled cases and a strong signal that settlement discussions may be on the horizon.


    Roundup: While awaiting the Solicitor General's Supreme Court response, Bayer continues individual case settlements. Plus, a $38M investor class action settlement reveals another angle of their cleanup strategy.


    Tylenol & Autism: The Second Circuit postpones oral arguments to November following FDA developments, potentially strengthening plaintiffs' position heading into 2026.


    👉 Your weekly briefing on the cases that matter most, delivered in 10 minutes.


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Intro: Tort Talks with Joe Fantini

    00:19 – Social Media Addiction: First bellwether trial moves forward in California; plaintiffs’ experts cleared

    01:47 – Roblox Litigation: Video game addiction cases + minor sexual assault claims seek MDL consolidation

    04:15 – NEC Baby Formula Litigation: Judge orders census to assess case inventory, signaling settlement discussions

    06:00 – Roundup Litigation: Bayer pursues case-by-case settlements while Supreme Court weighs preemption issue

    07:42 – Tylenol & Autism/ADHD: Second Circuit oral arguments postponed after FDA and White House announcements

    08:50 – Closing: Preview of upcoming Tort Talks power rankings

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    1 month ago
    9 minutes 16 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    How AI Creates 8-Figure Closing Arguments

    Step inside one of Chicago’s most innovative trial law firms with Mike Bonamarte, managing partner at Levin & Perconti.


    In this episode of the Jon & Marc Podcast, Mike reveals how his team grew a national birth injury practice with over 80 active cases, why they’ve embraced AI tools like ChatGPT and Supio, and how they balance running a boutique firm culture at scale.


    From navigating the challenges of nursing home abuse litigation to building long-term partnerships, Mike shares leadership lessons every law firm owner can learn from.


    👉 Topics we cover:

    • Scaling a trial firm without losing the boutique feel
    • How Levin & Perconti built a thriving birth injury practice
    • Using AI for case prep, depositions, and litigation strategy
    • Why advocacy against “profits over people” drives their mission
    • Balancing firm growth, client care, and trial leadership


    🎙️ Subscribe for more candid conversations with top trial lawyers, law firm owners, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of legal.


    #LawFirmGrowth #LegalMarketing #TrialLawyers #AIinLaw


    ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 

    00:00 – Introducing Mike Bonamarte

    01:30 – Inside Levin & Perconti

    04:45 – Competing in Chicago’s Legal Market

    05:42 – Shifts in Nursing Home Abuse Litigation

    07:50 – Fighting for Vulnerable Populations

    09:07 – Evolving Firm Infrastructure with Practice Area Changes

    10:59 – Birth Injury Partnership Success

    14:23 – Taking Big Swings on High-Stakes Cases

    17:08 – Handling Client Rejections & Reviews

    19:53 – Responding to External Market Headwinds

    22:44 – Educating Families on Nursing Home Care

    25:47 – Embracing AI in the Law Firm

    31:04 – Using AI for Storytelling in Court

    34:15 – Culture, Leadership & Firm Management

    40:00 – Closing Thoughts

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    1 month ago
    41 minutes

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Tylenol Autism Debate, Depo-Provera Fight & Suboxone Bellwether Prep

    This week’s Tort Talks is packed with updates on the cases dominating mass tort litigation:


    Tylenol & Autism – FDA issues new pregnancy guidelines, boosting plaintiffs’ arguments ahead of the Second Circuit appeal. Could this become the biggest mass tort of 2026


    Depo-Provera Brain Tumors – A pivotal preemption hearing will determine whether 25,000–35,000 potential cases can move forward.


    Social Media Addiction – The first bellwether trial is set for November in California state court. Could this shape video game addiction litigation as well?


    Suboxone – With 20,000+ cases pending, the court is narrowing the first 500 toward bellwether trials.


    Hair Relaxer – 11,000 cases pending, with Science Day scheduled for January 2026 and trials likely by summer.



    👉 Get the fastest 10 minutes in mass torts — straight from the experts.



    ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Contents of this video  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

    00:00 – Intro: Tort Talks with Joe Fantini

    00:20 – Tylenol & Autism: FDA issues new pregnancy guidelines, appeal heads to Second Circuit

    03:01 – Depo-Provera Brain Tumors: Preemption hearing could decide fate of 25,000–35,000 cases

    05:23 – Social Media Addiction: First bellwether trial set for November in California

    06:33 – Suboxone Litigation: 20,000+ cases pending as bellwether pool narrows

    07:51 – Hair Relaxer MDL: 11,000 cases pending, Science Day set for January 2026

    09:34 – Closing: MTMP preview and what’s next on Tort Talks

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    1 month ago
    10 minutes 25 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    What Actually Works in Law Firm Marketing: Cassidy Lewis’s Marketing Playbook

    How do you compete when national law firms flood your market with endless billboards and ad spend?


    According to Cassidy Lewis — CMO of Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers and founder of the CMO Academy — the answer isn’t more ads. It’s building a brand people meet before they need you.


    In this episode of The Jon & Marc Podcast, Cassidy shares how she’s redefining law firm marketing through community, referrals, and a relentless focus on client experience. 


    From refusing to automate intake, to teaching firms how to systematize “personal nuggets,” to preparing for the AI-first future of search, Cassidy’s insights are a masterclass in modern law firm growth.


    If you run a law firm or lead a marketing team, this conversation is packed with practical steps to win more cases, deepen community ties, and build a brand that lasts.


    ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Contents of this video  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

    00:00 - Introduction to Cassidy Lewis

    01:48 - Navigating Competition from National Law Firms

    05:38 - Community Engagement and Marketing Strategies

    08:30 - Proving ROI on Community Marketing

    12:14 - Operations: The Hidden Differentiator

    14:08 - Human Touch in Intake

    18:33 - The Referral Engine

    20:05 - Marketing to Other Attorneys

    22:30 - Launching the CMO Academy

    26:07 - Adapting to Technological Changes in Marketing

    33:14 - Branding as “The Car Crash Experts”

    36:47 - Closing Thoughts and Recommendations

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    1 month ago
    37 minutes 43 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Talc Trial Set, Bair Hugger Progress, Baby Food MDL & Roblox Lawsuits

    This week on Tort Talks, we cover four of the biggest developments in mass tort litigation:


    Talcum Powder – The first post-bankruptcy bellwether trial is set for November in California. Could this trial finally drive a settlement after years of delay?


    Bair Hugger – Nearly 10 years in, this litigation is moving forward again with remand trials scheduled for 2026. Will 3M face new pressure to resolve?


    Toxic Baby Food – A key December hearing will determine whether these cases can move forward in the MDL. With over 200 pending, could this become one of the largest torts of 2026?


    Roblox Litigation – With reports of child abuse and exploitation linked to the platform, lawsuits are being filed nationwide. Could Roblox become the next biggest mass tort?


    👉 Get the latest insights in just 10 minutes with Joe Fantini, Jon Robinson, and Marc Rioux — straight from the leaders in the field.


    ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Contents of this video  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

    00:00 – Intro: Tort Talks with Joe Fantini

    00:21 – Talc Bellwether Trial Set After Bankruptcy Failures

    01:41 – Bair Hugger Litigation Moves Forward After a Decade

    04:06 – Toxic Baby Food MDL: December Hearing Could Be Critical

    06:29 – Roblox Lawsuits Emerging: The Next Big Mass Tort?

    08:04 – Closing Thoughts & MTMP Preview

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    2 months ago
    8 minutes 37 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    The #1 Reason Law Firms Fail: Culture Misalignment (and How to Fix It)

    On this episode of the Jon & Marc Podcast, we sit down with Susan Barfield — founder of Case Works and EVP of Culture at Angeion Group — to talk about why culture is the ultimate growth strategy.


    You’ll learn:

    • Why misalignment kills law firm culture faster than anything else
    • How to hire for cultural fit over resumes
    • The power of recognition, feedback, and transparency in retaining top talent
    • How culture directly drives client results and firm growth


    👉 If you run a law firm or lead a team, this conversation is packed with practical steps to build a culture that scales — and wins.


    –––––– Contents of this video  ––––––

    00:00 Introduction to Building a Strong Culture

    01:04 Measuring Culture Effectiveness

    03:54 Impact of Positive Culture on Company Output

    04:28 The Number One Culture Killer

    07:25 Screening Candidates for Culture Fit

    08:50 Implementing Effective One-on-Ones

    11:47 Recognition and Reward Systems

    20:36 Defining Core Values

    26:11 Living Core Values

    29:22 Engaging Remote Employees

    33:07 Feedback and Transparency

    39:17 Handling Employee Terminations

    42:12 Culture Initiatives at Angeion Group

    47:01 Virtual Events and Employee Engagement

    49:43 Philanthropy and Final Thoughts

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    51 minutes 38 seconds

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    Uber Assault Trial Could Reshape Litigation, Eli Lilly Fears Blindness Suits, Tylenol Autism Fight Isn’t Over

    This week on Tort Talks, Joe Fantini joins Jon and Marc to break down the latest developments in mass tort litigation:

    Uber Sex Assault Trial: The first bellwether case is underway in California state court, with more than 2,600 lawsuits pending. What early rulings could shape the path forward — and is a global settlement on the horizon?

    Weight-Loss Drugs & Vision Loss: Eli Lilly makes the rare move of requesting consolidation for lawsuits alleging blindness tied to popular weight-loss meds. Why does the defense prefer Pennsylvania federal court over New Jersey state court?

    Tylenol & Autism: RFK’s new “Make America Healthy Again” report puts Tylenol back in the spotlight, linking it to autism. Could this strengthen the appeal after plaintiffs’ experts were excluded, and why did the manufacturer’s stock drop 10% overnight?

    Roundup & Bayer’s New Herbicide: Bayer seeks approval of a Roundup replacement called Cropkey. Is this a strategic pivot to finally end the wave of Roundup litigation?

    Get the fastest 10 minutes in mass torts — straight from the experts.


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    2 months ago
    9 minutes 10 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Digital PR Is the New SEO: Lessons for Law Firm Marketing

    The Future of SEO, Branding, and AI for Law Firms & Marketers

    In this episode of the Jon & Marc Podcast, we sit down with Chima Mmeje — Senior Content Marketing Manager at Moz, founder of the Freelance Coalition for Developing Countries, and a leading voice in SEO & digital marketing.

    We dive deep into:

    • Why traffic ≠ success (and what metrics law firms should really track)

    • How branding drives visibility in AI search & SEO

    • The future of content marketing in a world of ChatGPT & AI-generated noise

    • Why digital PR & creative content will outperform traditional SEO

    • Actionable strategies for law firms to build affinity, attract clients, and outsmart competitors

    Chima pulls back the curtain on how she uses AI as a ghostwriter/editor, why agencies need to evolve beyond keywords, and how lawyers can hack trends (like celebrity cases) to generate massive visibility.

    Whether you’re a law firm owner, marketer, or SEO pro, this is a must-watch for staying ahead in 2025.

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    2 months ago
    43 minutes 57 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Mass Tort Update: Paraquat Settlements, AFFF Surge & Talc Talks

    This week on Tort Talk, Joe Fantini joins Jon and Marc to cover major updates in mass tort litigation:Paraquat: With the first trial set for October in Philadelphia, recent filings suggest settlements are already underway. What does this mean for plaintiffs and the broader litigation?Sex Abuse Cases: Expanded lookback windows are fueling new waves of litigation against institutions like the Catholic Church and the LDS Church. Which states are opening the door, and how will damages caps affect outcomes?AFFF Firefighting Foam: More than 40,000 new cases filed ahead of the September 5th deadline. What must firms know to stay compliant after filing?Talc Litigation: Nearly 70,000 cases are pending, and the first mediation in years is happening this week. Could this finally be the beginning of a global settlement with Johnson & Johnson?Get all the latest insights on the biggest cases shaping the mass tort landscape. Straight from the experts.

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    11 minutes 43 seconds

    The Jon and Marc Podcast
    Legal growth insights from Jon, Marc, and the industry's top tier legal & marketing professionals. Two veteran legal marketers, Jon Robinson and Marc Rioux, dive into the business of law, mass torts, and the future of plaintiff-side firms. From marketing strategy and technology to candid conversations with top trial lawyers, marketers, and industry leaders, this podcast unpacks what’s really driving growth and change in the legal world. Honest, practical, and a little irreverent—perfect for attorneys, marketers, and anyone curious about where the business of law is headed.