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DEFining the Law
Hosted by Drew Eckl & Farnham · EN
DEFining the Law is a legal podcast hosted by Drew Eckl & Farnham. As a full-service law firm, we’re here to bring you hot topics and updates on the law and all aspects of the legal industry.
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Workers' Comp 101 With Chelsea Ivey
Sep 29, 202200:10:05Tap to summarizeWhether it’s a workplace incident or a law firm billboard ad, Workers’ Compensation is something every adult has heard at some point in their careers. But how does Workers' Compensation actually work? Chelsea Ivey, a senior associate at Drew Eckl, goes through key parts of a workers' comp claim that every employer and employee should know.
Transcribe →Madalyn Davis and the Georgia Statutory Power of Attorney
Sep 8, 202200:15:49Tap to summarizeRegardless of age or financial status, everyone can benefit from having a power of attorney. Madalyn Davis, a senior associate of Drew Eckl & Farnham's Estate Planning and Probate practice, understands that more than anybody. Kicking off Season 3 of DEFining the Law, Madalyn explains the details and benefits of having a power of attorney, specifically a Georgia Statutory Power of Attorney.
Transcribe →Proving Financial Motive With J.S. Held
Dec 10, 202100:46:27Tap to summarizePartner Karen Karabinos is joined by J.S. Held forensic accountants David Gannaway, Megan Gilberg, and Michael Schulstad to discuss how to prove financial motive in connection to insurance claims. They cover why these cases happen, the key details they look for, and some interesting cases they've handled in the past.
Transcribe →You Landed Your Summer Associate Position: What Now?
May 19, 202100:16:56Tap to summarizeCongrats on landing your Summer Associate position! You've worked hard to get to this point, but you may be wondering what to expect during your experience this summer (wherever you're headed to)! We're here to help you out.Don't forget to ask us anything using this link to be entered into a raffle for a $50 Amazon gift card! Ask us questions for our next episode, tell us what piece of information you found helpful in this one, or just say hello!
Transcribe →Workers' Compensation Special Episode: Working from Home Injuries and How We Define Them
May 5, 202100:55:15Tap to summarizeAs episode 2 of our ongoing Workers' Compensation Webinar Series, Partner Ryan V. Klee and Senior Associate Ryan Lawson discuss the new landscape of workers' compensation. As working from home has become the norm for many since the beginning of the pandemic, injuries on the clock are more complicated to maneuver and the line between work-related and personal incidents has gotten fuzzier.
Transcribe →Managing Litigation Claims & Making Your File More Successful
Mar 24, 202100:28:10Tap to summarizeWhether it's for insurance companies or employers, managing claims can be an enduring and delicate process. But if done right, it can mitigate the risk of litigation further down the road. Partner Matthew Walker and of Counsel Michelle Whitelaw join DEFining the Law to offer insightful advice on how to manage a claim and make a file as efficient and successful as possible.
Transcribe →Special Episode: OSHA Launches COVID-19 National Emphasis Program
Mar 17, 202100:09:59Tap to summarizeFollowing our February 10th episode that you can find here, attorney Neil Brunetz fills us in on the newly released National Emphasis Program and what it means for employers. Please reach out to Neil Brunetz with any questions and check out our FAQ sheet here.
Transcribe →Celebrating Women's History Month
Mar 10, 202100:21:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode, partner Karen Karabinos interviews Drew Eckl & Farnham's first female partner: Ann Bishop. Ann joined DEF when the firm started in 1983 as one of two female associates. Listen as Karen and Ann dive into being a female in a male-dominated industry.
Transcribe →Workers' Compensation and the Pandemic: New Issues in the New Workplace
Feb 24, 202100:37:11Tap to summarizeDuring this episode, we’ll cover how employers should handle all COVID-related issues, including returning to work, vaccinations, and other frequently asked questions.
Transcribe →What Workers Need To Know about COVID-19 Protections in the Workplace
Feb 10, 202100:13:53Tap to summarizeWith leadership changes, there's often a shift of policies and priorities that can impact the day to day of our business. In this episode Neil Brunetz discusses how these changes have effected OSHA and it's guidance to employers related to COVID-19.Please reach out to Neil Brunetz with any questions and check out our FAQ sheet here.
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