Questions for Lawyers with Jeff Adelman

In this episode, host Jeff Adelman talks with real estate attorney Celena Nash about:1) Why it is important to engage with a real estate attorney before signing any contracts on property2) Why hiring a real estate attorney is not as much as you might think, and can prevent3) The status of the market in March 20244) How embracing technology has changed the closing process for the better since the pandemic5) Programs available for first time home buyers and much more.To contact Celena Nash, call (954) 509-3793, or or to learn more information about her practice, go to www.nashreallaw.com.To contact host Jeff Adelman about the show or about a personal injury claim, call (561) 417-5656 or email him at jeff@lawbni.com . To learn more about Jeff Adelman's practice, go to www.lawbni.com .

Jeff Adelman welcomes Coconut Creek City Commission Candidate Jeffrey Wasserman. Mr. Wasserman discusses what compelled him to run for office, changes he wants to see in the city to make it an even better place to live, business development ideas, his background as a teacher and vice-principal, and so much more. The election is taking place on March 14, 2023 and you can only vote by mail or in person the day of the election. For more information, go to www.votewassermanforcreek.com . If you would like to reach host Jeff Adelman, please contact him at jeff@lawbni.com

Palm Beach County Justice Board Member Scott Dalton interviews fellow board member Jeff Adelman about how to prepare a client for their Defense/Compulsory Medical Examination (DME/CME). For more information about the PBCJA, go to www.pbcja.org . For a free copy of Jeff's book "Choosing the Right Lawyer is No Accident," email Jeff directly with your address or view it online at www.accidentattorneybook.com

For this edition of Questions for Lawyers, Attorney Jeff Adelman interviews appellate lawyer and newly named Chair of the Coral Springs/Coconut Creek Chamber of Commerce Ron Renzy. Jeff and Ron discuss Ron's goals this year as chair, his trial support/appellate practice, and some of the significant changes to Florida law in the past 2 years. Ron has practiced law for 30 years and can be reached at 954-757-1212 or ron.renzy@sunshineappeals.us . If you are interested on being on the show or have any legal questions, you can reach host Jeff Adelman at 561-417-5656 or jeff@lawbni.com . You can also watch this interview on YouTube by clicking this link. https://youtu.be/z730YIwOtj0

Questions for Lawyers is back for Season 5. Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman of Brotman, Nusbaum, Ibrahim & Adelman interviews his friend Bruce Rosenwater about his real estate law practice. Jeff and Bruce discuss the current South Florida real estate market, the low cost of hiring a real estate attorney, the reasons for hiring a real estate attorney and more. Bruce Rosenwater can be reached at 561-688-0991 or by email bsr@rosenwater.com . If you are interested in being on the show or have any other legal questions, contact Jeff Adelman at 561-417-5656 or email him at jeff@lawbni.com .

Cyber Security: Legal EditionDealing with Emerging Threats to Lawyers, Clients & FirmsAired on Friday, June 25, 2021, Noon to 1:45 p.m. On ZoomPresenters:Brian Butterfield, Managing Partner, Microtech Computer ServicesBruce Spector, Chairman Baltimore Cyber Range, LLC.Robert D. Reynolds, President & CEO of Morris & Reynolds InsuranceModerated by Brent Reitman, Esq., President ABOTA Fort LauderdaleTwo Free Florida Technology CLE Credits Available. Contact ABOTA Fort Lauderdale President Brent Reitman after listening to the presentation for Florida Bar course number at abotaftl@gmail.com​For more information about the Fort Lauderdale Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates, go to www.abotaftl.org

Broward Circuit Court Administrative Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips addresses the legal community on the resumption of jury trials in Broward and more prior to ABOTA Fort Lauderdale's Cyber Security: Legal Edition Webinar. For more information, go to www.abotaftl.org

On Thursday April 29, 2021, the Florida Supreme Court released an administrative order changing the standard Florida State Judges are to use when ruling on Motions for Summary Judgment. The next day, Friday April 30, 2021, ABOTA produced a webinar that included an outstanding panel including: Broward Judges Carol-Lisa Phillips, Jeffrey Levenson, United States District Court (Southern District of Florida) Judge Raag Singhal, Board Certified Appellate Lawyer Andrew Harris, and longtime ABOTA member and Past-President of the Fort Lauderdale Chapter, Joe Kashi. The program was moderating by ABOTA Fort Lauderdale President Brent Reitman. The panel discussed Florida’s migration to the Celotex standard already in use in Federal Courts. The Judges and Lawyers discussed the theoretical and practical implications of this evolution in Summary Judgment litigation.If you missed the live presentation, you can watch this extremely timely and informative Florida Bar approved CLE program. You can contact us at abotaftl@gmail.com to get your CLE credit after watching the program or for more information. To learn more about the American Board of Trial Advocates- Fort Lauderdale Chapter, go to our website at www.abotaftl.org

Jeff Adelman had the chance to catch up with Josh Rydell, who is up for re-election for Coconut Creek Commissioner this Tuesday March 9, 2021. Josh discusses his priorities moving forward, how the City of Coconut Creek is helping small businesses during the time of Covid-19, what motivates him to continue to serve city residents and more. To learn more about Josh Rydell and his campaign, you can call him directly at 954-856-8015 or go to his website www.ourcoconutcreek.com . Again, the election is THIS Tuesday. If you are a resident of Coconut Creek, you can find your polling place at www.browardsoe.org

Jeff Adelman welcomes trial partners Nelson Baez & Jason McIntosh of Lytal Reiter to discuss their recent Plaintiff's personal injury verdict in Palm Beach. Nelson and Jason discuss what it was like trying a case in during the pandemic including juror sentiments about serving during the Covid-19 era. A must listen for any trial lawyer but especially those handling Plaintiff's personal injury claims. For more information about the trial, contact Nelson Baez at nbaez@foryourights.com and/or Jason McIntosh at jmcintosh@foryourrights.com . For more information about the Palm Beach County Justice Association, go to www.pbcja.org

The Florida Bar's annual election begins March 1. Trial lawyer Jeff Adelman interviews Florida Bar President-Elect candidate Gary Lesser of Palm Beach. For more information about Gary and his campaign, go to www.garyslesser.com

Jeff Adelman gives his final remarks as President of Fort Lauderdale on January 15, 2021. What a year! We made a difference. Video did not record, so just audio unfortunately. For more information about our organization and our projects advocating for the preservation of the 7th Amendment Right to civil jury trial, go to www.abotaftl.org . Good luck to our new President Brent Reitman. ABOTA Fort Lauderdale is in excellent hands and the work continues.

Jeff Adelman introduces Board Certified Appellate Lawyer Andrew Harris and the "Florida Appellate Review" podcast, a program that should be essential listening for any trial lawyer practicing in Florida. In this introductory episode, Andrew talks about his practice, his life, and what are his plans moving forward with the "Florida Appellate Review." For more information about Andrew, go to www.harrisappeals.com . To reach Jeff, call 954-341-2777 or email jeff@adelmanlawyers.com

All new "Questions For Lawyers" today, with Guest attorney Jason Lazarus, a Medicare/Health Insurance lien reduction specialist. He just published a book "The Art of Settlement- A Lawyer's Guide to Regulatory Compliance When Resolving Catastrophic Claims." Jason brings his legal experience and his own unfortunate horrific personal injury experience to the conversation. Personal injury attorneys obtain settlements/verdicts for their injured clients, but many clients are astounded that Medicare and most health insurance carriers require to be paid back out of your settlement. Jason handles insurance lien conflicts throughout the country. To reach Jason, go to his website, https://synergysettlements.com/.To get a copy of his new book "The Art of Settlement," you can purchase it on Amazon. All proceeds to go charity. https://www.amazon.com/…/B08H5TWMGX/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_OV…Description of "The Art of Settlement" book on Amazon."The regulatory landscape of the personal injury lawyer has become exceedingly complicated. Assisting clients with catastrophic disabilities now exposes you personally to government recovery actions, damages, and malpractice risks. It’s vital that your personal injury practice has a comprehensive plan for compliance when resolving cases if you want to protect yourself—and protect your clients.In The Art of Settlement, Jason Lazarus helps you navigate the complexities at settlement for catastrophic claims and provides you with the best course of action for each potential issue. As a nationally recognized settlement compliance expert, Jason shows you how to address important ethical issues, navigate settlement planning concerns, preserve government benefits, and employ lien reduction strategies. You’ll gain insightful, essential perspective on how to deal with Medicare compliance, fight ERISA liens, and leverage qualified settlement funds.In today’s complex and nuanced environment, every PI lawyer can benefit from the principles laid out in this book. This is a trial lawyer’s ultimate resource for the world of regulatory compliance with catastrophic claims—a guidebook you’ll consult again and again."

Jeff welcomes back Michelle Reichler, estate planning/guardianship attorney for a conversation about Powers of Attorney, Designation of Health Care Surrogate, Living Wills, Wills, Trusts and more and why NOW more than ever it is the time to make sure you have these documents. To learn more about Michelle and her practice, go to www.ReichlerLaw.com . Have a topic you would like discussed or would you like to be a guest on Questions for Lawyers? Call Jeff Adelman at 954-341-2777 or email jeff@adelmanlawyers.com

As seen in the FLORIDA BAR NEWS, ABOTA Fort Lauderdale's Eric Rosen provides tips and techniques to make your litigation presentations stand out in the this new legal era where all of us have suddenly become television directors. Prior to the webinar, new FLABOTA President Judge Nelly Khouzam of the 2nd DCA of Florida and Broward Civil Circuit Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips gave updates on ABOTA and progress towards Zoom jury trials in Broward County. Program moderated by ABOTA Fort Lauderdale President, Jeff Adelman. Here is just a portion of what was discussed: Tips and Strategies for Zoom Jury Litigation – Discovery to Closing ArgumentsOptimizing Image Quality for ZoomUsing Virtual BackgroundsManaging Jury Selection RemotelyOpening and Closing Arguments – PowerPoint TipsSharing Exhibits on Zoom. Do it yourselfBring in the expertsJuror Feedback on Zoom Jury Trials in the Age of COVID-19Have questions? Email us at abotaftl@gmail.com. Video also available on www.abotaftl.org. Program originally aired on Zoom 8/7/2020

On July 30, 2020, Candidates Brenda Forman, Paul Backman, and Mark Speiser participated in what is likely the final debate for the August 18 election for the position as Broward Clerk of the Courts. During the COVID 19 Era, we have become tethered to virtual depositions, hearings, mediations, and are even looking into some trials being conducted virtually. Change is all around us, and it is more important than ever for us to pay attention to the upcoming Broward County Clerk of Court election. Candidates Brenda Forman (Incumbent) , Judge Paul Backman (retired) , and Judge Mark Speiser (retired) took part in a debate concerning their vision for the future of Broward County Justice. Moderators Mitch Chester and ABOTA Fort Lauderdale President Jeff Adelman for this important night. For more information about the work of the American Board of Trial Advocates- Fort Lauderdale Chapter, go to our website www.abotaftl.org

Jeff Adelman Interviews Palm Beach circuit court judicial candidate Adam Myron about his campaign and recent endorsement from the Sun Sentinel. For more information about Adam and his campaign, go to https://adammyronforjudge.com/ or follow the campaign on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AdamMyronForJudge/

ABOTA Fort Lauderdale President Jeff Adelman and long-time ABOTA member Mitch Chester discuss the tremendous progress that has been made in the Broward County Courthouse through the adopting by Chief Judge Jack Tuter and others in the judiciary of technology. Through several tests done on the Zoom platform including a real jury selection with real jurors from the Broward community, an opportunity is now available for 2-4 day trial to take place as early as September 2020! If you are a trial lawyer and are interested (and have the consent of your opposing counsel) you should contact Jeff Adelman at jeff@adelmanlawyers.com and you could be the first Zoom jury trial to take place in Broward County. Mitch and Jeff discuss what has happened since the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted our lives in March with the Courts, and how a Zoom Jury Trial would work. We welcome your feedback. For more information about ABOTA Fort Lauderdale projects and membership, go to www.abotaftl.org

Friends Jeff Adelman and Byrnes Guillaume are both personal injury litigators. They took different paths to get where they are today. Some are based on circumstance and privilege, and some are based on common experience. Byrnes and Jeff will discuss these issues and more and ask tough questions of each other during this frank and open conversation in order to try and bring more understanding to racial relations, and how America can do better to truly be "Equal Justice Under the Law." You will not want to miss this important, heart-felt conversation. Also available on Youtube, Facebook, and your favorite podcast platform.