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Podcast - Tips for Maintaining FTC Compliance When Using AI
In this episode of "Clearly Conspicuous," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta shares best practices for compliance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rules and regulations when using artificial intelligence (AI). Mr. DiResta's discussion outlines eight essential pillars for effective compliance management: governance, substantiated marketing, transparency, data integrity, security, staff training, continuous monitoring and special precautions for high-risk AI uses. He emphasizes the importance of truth in advertising, informed consent, ethical data handling and ongoing vigilance in adapting to regulatory changes when companies advertise or promote their AI services or products. For more, visit: https://hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2025/07/podcast-tips-for-maintaining-ftc-compliance-when-using-ai
2025-07-21
07 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Podcast - Legal Implications of the Supreme Court's Ruling on Universal Injunctions
In this episode of "Clearly Conspicuous," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Trump v. CASA, Inc., where the court ruled federal district courts generally cannot issue universal injunctions under the Judiciary Act of 1789. The decision, delivered on June 27, 2025, means that district courts can only grant injunctions that provide relief to plaintiffs with standing, not to those who are not parties to the case. Mr. DiResta examines possible significant implications for businesses and individuals subject to federal statutes or executive actions, as well as the other avenues that remain available for obtaining broad...
2025-07-09
09 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Podcast - FTC to Focus on Deceptive AI Claims: Compliance Management Strategies
In this episode of "Clearly Conspicuous," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta explores the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) increasing scrutiny of deceptive claims related to artificial intelligence (AI). He outlines the FTC's focus on exaggerated performance claims, misleading product labeling, opaque data practices and bias in AI-powered systems, highlighting recent enforcement actions for false or misleading representations. Mr. DiResta emphasizes that businesses must ensure their AI-related claims are accurate, transparent and comply with existing consumer protection regulations. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2025/06/podcast-ftc-to-focus-on-deceptive-ai-claims
2025-06-25
07 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Podcast - Compliance Needs are Alive and Well: FTC's Recent Enforcement Activity
In this episode of "Clearly Conspicuous," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta provides an early analysis of the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) direction under Chair Andrew Ferguson, emphasizing that the agency is intensifying, not scaling back, its enforcement efforts despite broader deregulatory trends. Mr. DiResta examines recent FTC actions that span multiple sectors, including holding a workshop on the tech industry's impact on families, issuing new rules against deceptive pricing, targeting business scams and increasing scrutiny on artificial intelligence (AI) product claims. This episode highlights the FTC's multi-agency collaboration and suggests that, although enforcement may become more selective, the focus will...
2025-06-11
06 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Podcast - FTC Commissioner Dismissals: Background and Implications
In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta delves into recent leadership changes at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Mr. DiResta explores the legal implications of President Donald Trump's dismissals of Democratic Commissioners Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Kelly Slaughter, including statutes governing commissioner appointments and judicial decisions on the president's authority over them. The episode provides insights into the historical and legal context of FTC leadership changes and discusses how the two dismissals could affect the agency's functioning, given the new commissioner composition. For more, visit: https://hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2025/04/podcast---ftc-commissioner-dismissals-background-and-implications
2025-04-02
05 min
The Becca Holland Show
Discover The Becca Holland Show: Launching 17th December
Welcome to The Becca Holland Show! This podcast is your go-to for real, relatable conversations about women’s health, hormone balance, stress management, and living a sustainable, empowered life. Hosted by health coach Becca Holland, each episode delivers expert insights and practical tips to help you feel your best through every phase of life. Launching 17th December—follow now and take the first step toward transforming your health and well-being! Website: healthwithholland.com Instagram: @healthwithholland
2024-12-10
00 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Election Roundup: How a Harris Administration Could Shape the Oil and Gas Landscape
In this insightful episode of our "Eyes on Washington" election mini-series, Holland & Knight Partners Elizabeth "Liz" Craddock and Jim Noe explore what a potential Harris Administration could mean for the oil and gas industry. Drawing from their extensive experience in energy policy and the oil and gas sector, Ms. Craddock and Mr. Noe discuss Vice President Kamala Harris's evolving stance on energy issues and how it might shape future policies. They also examine the potential continuation or expansion of Biden Administration policies, regulatory challenges and the role of environmental regulations in shaping the industry's future. This podcast was taped in...
2024-09-10
21 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Florida’s Equine Landscape
In this episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Equine Industry Team Leader Kayla Pragid and Public Affairs Advisor Tori Deal delve into the diverse aspects of Florida's equine industry. Ms. Pragid shares insights into establishing the equine practice within the firm, while Ms. Deal talks about her journey as an equestrian lobbyist and consultant. The discussion also covers topics such as the resources provided by Holland & Knight to this unique field, the industry's economic contributions to the state, challenges it encounters and the role of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). This Tallahassee-based podcast series...
2024-09-09
23 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Ten Commandments of Cross-Examination
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the "Ten Commandments of Cross-Examination." Coined by the late Irving Younger, then a professor at Cornell Law School, this advice guides attorneys when conducting a cross-examination. Mr. Small outlines all ten commandments and identifies how to implement each for a successful cross-examination. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2024/08/podcast-the-ten-commandments-of-cross-examination
2024-08-13
07 min
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Changes in FDA, Cannabis Policies and AI Developments
In the latest episode of Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group "Eyes on Washington" podcast series, Healthcare & Life Sciences attorneys Michael Werner and Sara Klock examine pivotal shifts in U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. This episode explores updates in three crucial areas: the regulation of laboratory developed tests (LDTs), the proposed reclassifying of cannabis to a Schedule III drug by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the FDA's evolving approach to artificial intelligence (AI). It also covers the FDA's revised guidance on new dietary ingredient notifications (NDINs) for dietary supplements. The discussion provides a comprehensive...
2024-05-13
27 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Basic Elements of Direct Examination
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small outlines the basics of an effective direct examination. He walks listeners through the six key elements of a well thought out, well delivered direct examination. For more, visit: https://hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2024/03/podcast-the-basic-elements-of-direct-examination
2024-03-26
07 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Cybersecurity Provisions in the FY24 NDAA
In this episode of our Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), National Security attorney Dan Sennott is joined by Government Contracts attorney Eric Crusius. Their conversation focuses on cybersecurity provisions in the FY24 NDAA and what those provisions may indicate about future Department of Defense (DoD) priorities, regulations and policies. This Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries breaks down the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which is the yearly authorization of funding and policy for the entire Department of Defense (DoD). Hosted by attorney Dan Sennott, this miniseries delves deep into the Fiscal...
2024-03-12
16 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Effective Trial Language Part 2: Legalese
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the use of legalese in the courtroom. He advises attorneys to avoid using too much legal jargon when speaking to jurors in a trial because it can be confusing and distance the lawyer from the audience. Instead, he suggests using plain English as much as possible in order to effectively communicate with jurors. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2024/01/podcast-effective-trial-language-part-2-legalese
2024-01-30
04 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Effective Trial Language Part 1: Noise
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small explains the importance of being concise in the courtroom. He describes how to eliminate unnecessary words and noise so the audience, whether it be a judge or jury, can focus on the substance of the material being presented. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2024/01/podcast-effective-trial-language-part-1-noise
2024-01-23
05 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Holland & Knight’s Women's Initiative
¡Conozca más sobre la Iniciativa de Mujeres de Holland & Knight! En este episodio, nuestro socio Edwin Cortés Mejía conversa con María Juliana Saa, líder del comité Women’s Initiative y socia en el área de Banca y Finanzas de la oficina de Bogotá. Nuestra abogada explica en qué consiste la iniciativa y presenta algunos números de participación de mujeres en cargos de dirección en la firma a nivel global y en Colombia.
2023-11-08
02 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Podcast - The FTC Aims for True Fairness in Use of AI
In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "The FTC Aims for True Fairness in Use of AI," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta takes a deeper look into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and the legal ways that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) can protect consumers from discrimination in this emerging technology. Mr. DiResta examines the question "how can we harness the benefits of AI without inadvertently introducing bias or other unfair outcomes?" He discusses deceptive AI claims, including the claim of a product using AI when instead the product was developed by AI. For more, visit: https...
2023-10-18
08 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Charity Care: A Discussion on Tax-Exempt Hospitals
In this episode of Holland & Knight's “Counsel That Cares" podcast, tax attorney Don Stuart and Public Policy & Regulation attorney Chris Armstrong discuss the criteria that grant hospitals tax-exempt status, including several newly adopted standards impacting the industry. Their conversation provides insight on a bipartisan letter recently authored by a group of senators and sent to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) citing concerns that some not-for-profit hospitals may be failing to fulfill their required obligations to maintain tax-exempt status. Using Congress’s interest in this topic as a starting point, the group shifts into a larger discussion about increased oversight of tax...
2023-10-09
38 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Navigating the TikTok Ban: Implications for Government Contractors
In this episode of "Regulatory Phishing," government contracts and cybersecurity attorney Eric Crusius is joined by Jeremy Burkhart, an associate in Holland & Knight's Government Contracts Group. Mr. Crusius and Mr. Burkhart discuss the interim rule issued by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council implementing the statutory ban on the use of ByteDance's TikTok app on federal information technology systems and contracts. They explore the ambiguities in the rule's language and different approaches contractors may take to ensure compliance. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2023/10/podcast-navigating-the-tiktok-ban-implications-for-government
2023-10-03
29 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Conversation on Cannabis: Are Challenges or Changes Coming?
In this episode of the "Eyes on Washington" podcast series by Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group, Healthcare and Life Sciences attorneys Michael Werner and Sara Klock discuss recent developments in marijuana, particularly federal legislation and the regulation of cannabis products in the United States. This conversation focuses on the possible rescheduling of marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug, as recommended by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the impact that change could have on the industry at large, especially in states where marijuana use is already legal. While the...
2023-09-25
21 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Una conversación con ChatGPT
En el cuarto episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", nuestro socio Edwin Cortés Mejía entrevista a ChatGPT y, entre otros temas, le pregunta cómo puede ayudar a los abogados en el ejercicio de su profesión, si el software es confiable en materia judicial y si puede resolver un caso jurídico de forma objetiva hasta el punto de que pueda llegar a reemplazar el rol de los abogados en el futuro. Ni los presentadores ni Holland & Knight respaldan ChatGPT u otras tecnologías generativas de inteligencia artificial (IA) y modelo de lenguaje IA extenso, los cu...
2023-09-13
04 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Regulatory Phishing Podcast - The Impact of Cybersecurity Compliance on Corporate Transactions
In this episode of “Regulatory Phishing,” Eric Crusius is joined by David Cole, a partner in Holland & Knight’s corporate and securities groups. Mr. Crusius and Mr. Cole discuss the role of cybersecurity compliance in corporate transactions, how lack of compliance can impact the ability of a transaction to close and what parties look at during the due diligence process. Mr. Crusius and Mr. Cole also reminisce about Mr. Cole’s time lugging dozens of boxes through an airport in Costa Rica.
2023-09-12
14 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Cracking Down on Carbon Markets: CFTC and FTC Exercise Heightened Scrutiny
This episode of the "Eyes on Washington" podcast series by Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is presented by attorneys Halley Townsend, Andy Kriha and Alex Holtan of the firm's Greenwashing Mitigation Team. Their conversation focuses on recent actions by the U.S. Commodity Futures Exchange Commission (CFTC) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the carbon markets space. They discuss the CFTC's new Environmental Fraud Task Force, the FTC's updates to the Green Guides and how both could impact businesses' trade and carbon offsets. They offer detailed insight on how these agencies exercise their authority, how those enforcement actions may...
2023-08-28
30 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Podcast - Trends Affecting the Grocer and Retail Space
In the inaugural episode of the "Legal Bites Podcast" series, Food and Beverage Litigation Group Leader Nathan Adams and Practice Development Manager Kristina Merritt speak with Ashley Petefish, Sr. Litigation Counsel and Southwest Division Counsel at Albertsons Companies. Our hosts explore Ashley's background and legal career, asking about her work-life balance and career advice she may have for aspiring attorneys. They also delve into her experience with the Albertsons Companies, the legal challenges that her role demands and trends in the legal field that may impact grocers and the overall retail space.
2023-08-02
24 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Podcast - The FTC's Regulation of Social Media Advertising
In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "The FTC's Regulation of Social Advertising," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta breaks down 16 key highlights that Michael Ostheimer shared about regulation of social media, advertising and the law, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Mr. Ostheimer is a senior attorney in the FTC's division of Advertising Practices who specializes in social media advertising and governmental law enforcement investigations. For more, visit:https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2023/07/podcast-the-ftcs-regulation-of-social-media-advertising
2023-07-26
08 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Introducing the Greenwashing Mitigation Team
In this episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's "Eyes on Washington" podcast series, attorneys Meaghan Colligan and Andy Kriha and Public Affairs Advisor Hannah Coulter introduce Holland & Knight's Greenwashing Mitigation Team. Their conversation provides an overview of existing greenwashing law and outlines the capabilities of the firm's multidisciplinary team. This episode also covers a number of recent developments related to greenwashing, including forthcoming changes to the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims (Green Guides). For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2023/6/introducing-the-greenwashing-mitigation-team
2023-06-26
34 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Noteworthy Value-Based Care Mergers and Acquisitions Transactions
In this episode of "Counsel That Cares," Holland & Knight healthcare attorney Daniel Patten is joined by Chance Sherer, Managing Director at VMG Health, to discuss recent and noteworthy healthcare mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, specifically in the value-based care (VBC) sector. This conversation is framed by VMG's 2023 Healthcare M&A Report, which examines the healthcare M&A landscape in 2022 as well as the 2023 outlook. The group uses the report as guidance to discuss value-based care transaction activity, regulatory trends and other industry dynamics driving M&A across several prominent healthcare verticals. Fore more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en...
2023-06-15
47 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Critical Access to Care in Rural Communities
This episode was previously recorded and released by Waller on February 12, 2023, and has been rebranded and relaunched now that Waller is a part of Holland & Knight. In our third episode of our "Hospitals at a Crossroads" mini-series, Holland & Knight healthcare attorney Jesse Neil is joined by special guests Martie Ross and David McMillan from PYA, a top 100 accounting firm and top 20 healthcare management consulting firm. Together, they discuss the rural healthcare sector as it relates to critical access to care and possible solutions to combat the issues facing small communities and their healthcare systems.
2023-05-04
45 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Increasing Hospital Profitability Through Transformative Integrations
This episode was previously recorded and released by Waller on November 7, 2022, and has been rebranded and relaunched now that Waller is a part of Holland & Knight. In our second episode of our "Hospitals at a Crossroads" mini-series, Holland & Knight healthcare attorney Jesse Neil and finance and restructuring attorney Tyler Layne are joined by special guests Jake Aygun and Eb LeMaster from Ponder & Co., a healthcare finance and strategic advisory firm focused exclusively on providing leading capital advisory, mergers and acquisitions, strategic advisory and management consulting services to not-for-profit hospitals and healthcare systems. They discuss what hospitals should be considering from...
2023-05-04
42 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Hospital Restructuring and Strategic Partnerships
This episode was previously recorded and released by Waller on October 11, 2022, and has been rebranded and relaunched now that Waller is a part of Holland & Knight. In this episode of Counsel That Cares, we are launching a new mini-series called "Hospitals at a Crossroads" where our attorneys discuss the current status, challenges and opportunities in the hospital and health systems sector with various industry professionals. In this episode, Holland & Knight healthcare attorneys Jesse Neil and Tyler Layne are joined by former physician and hospital executive Dr. Mike Schatzlein, who now advises on hospital operations. They discuss the current healthcare mergers...
2023-05-04
35 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Florida Tort Reform with William Large and Tiffany Roddenberry
In the 15th episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series William Large, President of the Florida Justice Reform Institute (FJRI), and Tiffany Roddenberry, Holland & Knight attorney, discuss Florida tort reform by way of House Bill (HB) 837. Recently passed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, HB 837 aims to protect businesses, property owners and corporations from paying excessive damages in lawsuits. Mr. Large explains that tort reform, or lawsuit abuse reform, is designed to make the civil justice system or fair and equitable for all citizens and not push the scales in favor of either plaintiffs or defendants. This conversation focuses...
2023-04-05
29 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Post-Election Checkup: FDA Policy and Regulation
In this post-election special edition episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's "The Eyes on Washington" podcast series, healthcare attorneys Sara Klock and Michael Werner discuss how the elections will impact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and what can be expected in terms of agency regulation and related legislation. The conversation takes an in-depth look at FDA's stance on digital health products, cannabis and laboratory developed tests. Our hosts also express that the industry should be prepared for an uptick in enforcement and explain how Holland & Knight guides clients through the regulation process. For more, visit: https...
2022-12-22
23 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Achieving Health Equity: One Bite at a Time
Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Rare Disease Diversity Coalition (RDDC) for a three-part podcast series highlighting diverse perspectives on genetic testing and kidney disease. RDDC brings together health and diversity advocates, rare disease specialists and industry leaders to identify and advocate for evidenced-based solutions to alleviate the disproportionate burden of rare diseases on communities of color. This series, co-hosted by Senior Policy Advisor Shawna Watley and Advocacy Relations Professional and RDCC Consultant Deanna Darlington, lifts up important voices from the field and educates listeners about the experiences of those living with rare diseases...
2022-12-02
46 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Battling Cystinosis: Perspectives from a Doctor and a Patient Turned Advocate
Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Rare Disease Diversity Coalition (RDDC) for a three-part podcast series highlighting diverse perspectives on genetic testing and kidney disease. RDDC brings together health and diversity advocates, rare disease specialists and industry leaders to identify and advocate for evidenced-based solutions to alleviate the disproportionate burden of rare diseases on communities of color. This series, co-hosted by Senior Policy Advisor Shawna Watley and Advocacy Relations Professional and RDCC Consultant Deanna Darlington, lifts up important voices from the field and educates listeners about the experiences of those living with rare diseases...
2022-11-23
38 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Importance of Diversity in Clinical Trials and Genetic Testing
Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Rare Disease Diversity Coalition (RDDC) for a three-part podcast series highlighting diverse perspectives on genetic testing and kidney disease. RDDC brings together health and diversity advocates, rare disease specialists and industry leaders to identify and advocate for evidenced-based solutions to alleviate the disproportionate burden of rare diseases on communities of color. This series, co-hosted by Senior Policy Advisor Shawna Watley and Advocacy Relations Professional and RDCC Consultant Deanna Darlington, lifts up important voices from the field and educates listeners about the experiences of those living with rare diseases...
2022-11-17
34 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Beth Vecchioli Breaks Down Hurricane Ian’s Effect on Insurance Markets
In the 14th episode of Holland & Knight's "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Senior Policy Advisor Beth Vecchioli joins to discuss Hurricane Ian's effect on the property and casualty insurance market. During this conversation, Ms. Vecchioli outlines the expected total cost of Hurricane Ian and how it will specifically impact the Florida property insurance market, which is currently in a state of crisis. She explains the significant expansion of Citizens Property Insurance in recent years and how its position in the market will serve Floridians adversely affected by the storm. The group also highlights resources that are available to those impacted...
2022-10-07
20 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Conversation with Former Florida Solicitor General Amit Agarwal
In the 13th episode of Holland & Knight's "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Amit Agarwal, co-chair of the firm's Appellate Litigation Team, joins the conversation to discuss his legal career path and time serving as Florida Solicitor General (SG). He shares details about his time working in the public sector, including positions at the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, the Office of Legal Counsel at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. The conversation focuses primarily on Mr. Agarwal's...
2022-09-15
24 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on the Loan Programs Office
In this episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's Eyes on Washington podcast series, Energy attorney Taite McDonald is joined by Jigar Shah, Executive Director of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO) and Justin Boose, co-head of the firm's Renewable Energy practice. Their conversation focuses on the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which makes significant investments in climate and energy, enabling the U.S. to tackle the climate crisis and work towards achieving a net zero economy by 2050. Within its energy and climate provisions, the IRA appropriates approximately $11.7 billion for the LPO to su...
2022-09-08
33 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Conversation with Joe Sciarrotta, Civil Litigation Division Chief for the AZ AG Office
In this episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's "Conversations with State Attorneys General" podcast series, Holland & Knight attorney Stephen Cobb chats with Joe Sciarrotta, the Civil Litigation Division Chief for the Arizona attorney general's office. Mr. Sciarrotta kicks off the conversation by sharing details about what led him to a career in the Arizona AG’s office, including his public service role in the Arizona governor’s office. He also discusses the role of state attorneys general from a regulatory, litigation and policy perspective, indicating how the power AGs yield has grown significantly in recent years. The conversation continues with...
2022-05-11
26 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Providing Accessible Healthcare for All in a Digital Age
In this episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's Eyes on Washington podcast series, Senior Policy Advisor Shawna Watley is joined by Tanisha D. Hill, the Senior U.S. Medical Director of the digital health portfolio of products at Teva Pharmaceuticals, and the President and Founder of the Digital Health for Equitable Health (DHEH) Alliance. DHEH is a nonprofit organization with the mission to improve access to care in underserved populations using digital health. This conversation focuses on the evolving story of digital health across sectors and technology and how the government can be involved in digital health...
2022-05-05
24 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Back to School: Demystifying the On-Campus Interview Process for Law School Students
In this episode of The Eyes on Washington Podcast, Public Policy & Regulation attorneys Rich Gold and Marissa Serafino discuss the on-campus interview (OCI) process. They begin the podcast by explaining what the OCI process is and how Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group has been participating in on-campus interviews for more than 25 years. As leader of the firm's Public Policy & Regulation Group, Mr. Gold shares valuable insight on what he looks for in applicants when doing on-campus interviews. Ms. Serafino shares her experience in the OCI process and gives law school students advice on how to prepare for interviews and...
2022-05-02
23 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Antitrust with Kevin Cox
In the eleventh episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Holland & Knight attorney Kevin Cox joins to discuss all things antitrust. He provides a brief overview of antitrust to frame the conversation for listeners, highlighting the importance of healthy competition in the American economy. The discussion also explores the evolution of antitrust enforcement and how different administrations have tackled violations. Additionally, the group spends time outlining what the average consumer or business owner should know about antitrust regulations given their nature can oftentimes be complex. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2022/04/podcast-discussing-antitrust-with-kevin-cox This Tallahassee-based podcast...
2022-04-28
20 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing the 2022 Regular Legislative Session with Beth Vecchioli
In the tenth episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Holland & Knight Senior Policy Advisor Beth Vecchioli joins to discuss Florida’s 2022 Regular Legislative Session. She highlights the big ticket items that were on the table during session and shares details about what bills ended up passing as well as those that fell short. As she points out during the conversation, the Legislature spent a good amount of time on topics related to property insurance, auto insurance, consumer data privacy and several COVID-related bills. There was also a focus on condominium legislation, as a result of the Surfside condominium co...
2022-04-21
28 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
2022 Midterm Elections: The State AG Landscape
In this episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's "Conversations with State Attorneys General" podcast series, co-chairs of the State Attorneys General Practice Group Stephen Cobb and Jim Schultz sit down to discuss the 2022 midterm election cycle. With roughly half of U.S. state attorneys general seats on the ballot this year, Mr. Cobb and Mr. Schultz share their predictions. They start by noting some national trends that are likely to reveal themselves this cycle and whether those trends will be reflected in the AG races. Their conversation also provides insight on specific states that will likely have...
2022-03-30
22 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Look Ahead at U.S. National Security
In the fourth episode of our Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), attorney Dan Sennott is joined by head of the National Security, Defense and Intelligence Team Jason Klitenic. Their conversation focuses on the future of national security in the United States. They explore how foreign influences on U.S. domestic affairs have evolved over the last few years particularly through the use of technology. Mr. Klitenic highlights how foreign actors have been able to infiltrate and undermine the United States through false information, misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms. He also...
2022-03-23
28 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
FY22 NDAA Cybersecurity Provisions and Acquisition Reform
In the third episode of Holland & Knight's Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), National Security attorney Dan Sennott is joined by government contracts attorneys Eric Crusius and Leila George-Wheeler. Their conversation focuses mainly on cybersecurity provisions and acquisition reform in the FY22 NDAA. The group outlines major shifts in the cybersecurity enforcement space as a result of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program (CMMC) and what implications that will have on small businesses and contractors. They also provide insight on DoD’s acquisition approach for software and innovative technologies, indicating how it has ch...
2022-03-09
31 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Conversation with Attorney General William Tong
In this episode of Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group's "Conversations with State Attorneys General" podcast series, attorney Stephen Cobb talks with Connecticut Attorney General William Tong about his work in the office and the growing role of state AGs in recent years, both in Connecticut and nationwide. Their conversation highlights a number of efforts being led by state AGs across the country, including actions related to consumer protection, data privacy and the opioid crisis. Mr. Tong also provides helpful tips and guidance for folks looking to engage with their attorney general’s office. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.co...
2022-03-01
35 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
U.S. Economic Relationship with China and Reshoring Manufacturing Capabilities
In the second episode of Holland & Knight's Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), National Security attorney Dan Sennott is joined by Public Policy attorneys Nasim Fussell and Chris DeLacy. Their conversation hones in on the economic relationship between the United States and China, its history, the current state of affairs and what’s on the horizon for the two countries. They spend time discussing a number of past and current efforts taken by U.S. government entities to address competition with China, including the CHIPS Act, which was passed via the NDAA and au...
2022-02-25
31 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
NDAA Introduction and Overview of FY22 Themes
In the inaugural episode of our Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), National Security attorney Dan Sennott is joined by Public Policy attorney Marissa Serafino. Their conversation provides an overview of the NDAA and highlights general themes, including major defense and non-defense related provisions in this year’s bill. They also discuss acquisition reform, a topic consistent with bills in years past, and emerging technologies, which will continue to have a tremendous impact on the world at large. This Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries breaks down the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), wh...
2022-02-22
19 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Loan Programs Office: Current State of Affairs with Director Jigar Shah
In this episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's Eyes on Washington podcast series, Energy attorney Taite McDonald is joined by Jigar Shah, Executive Director of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO). Their conversation covers the current state of affairs at the office and answers questions applicants are frequently asking. They touch on the LPO process and some of the nuances that come along with government bureaucracy now that the office has over 70 applicants in the pipeline. They also provide a general outlook on the success of projects that come through the of...
2022-02-11
26 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Florida’s Executive Office with Former Governor Bob Martinez
In the ninth episode of Holland & Knight's "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Former Governor Bob Martinez provides insight into the executive branch and shares his fascinating and versatile personal journey to becoming the Governor of Florida. Governor Martinez discusses his time owning a restaurant, serving as Vice Chairman of the Southwest Florida Water Management District, becoming mayor, and eventually, governor of Florida and so much more. For more, visit: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2022/02/podcast-discussing-floridas-executive-office-with-gov-martinez This Tallahassee-based podcast series takes a look at the many different aspects of state and local government through the lens of experienced legal...
2022-02-01
47 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Remote Witness: Preparing for a Trial or Hearing
In the fourth episode of his "Remote Witness Preparation" podcast series, "The Remote Witness: Preparing for a Trial or Hearing," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small shares guidance for preparing witnesses to appear in a remote trial or hearing. Many witnesses develop their ideas about trials from movies and television, but a remote trial is a far cry from what's portrayed on the screen. The camera and physical separation make the environment especially strange for a witness, and can lead them to treat the situation more casually than is appropriate. Mr. Small outlines several areas to cover with witnesses so...
2022-01-27
09 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Remote Witness: Preparing for Deposition
In the third episode of his "Remote Witness Preparation" podcast series, "The Remote Witness: Preparing for Deposition," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small discusses how to handle a deposition in the remote environment. The COVID-19 pandemic means counsel will often not have a say in the decision to go remote. However, if given the option to postpone a deposition until it can be conducted live, counsel must consider several factors, such as cost and the quality of testimony. Once the decision to go remote has been made, no one should ease up on the normal rules of preparation simply because...
2022-01-19
09 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Remote Witness: Preparation Process
In the second episode of his "Remote Witness Preparation" podcast series, "The Remote Witness: Preparation Process," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small breaks down some of the specifics steps to take when preparing a remote witness. A rules booklet offers a helpful supplement for witnesses to review after speaking with counsel, an issues outline can help them stay on track and an exhibits binder can help them become more familiar with handling documents remotely. Finally, in the remote witness environment, a dry run becomes even more critical, as do a few old rules, like "smile, you're on camera" and "look...
2022-01-13
11 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Remote Witness: Preparation Challenges
In the debut episode of his "Remote Witness Preparation" podcast series, "The Remote Witness: Preparation Challenges," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small explains how to approach the unique hurdles that come with preparing a witness to take the stand remotely. Although much of the preparation process remains the same, the differences are important to note. Recognizing and acknowledging the added challenges imposed by remote preparation, laying the foundation, talking about the virtual courtroom environment and taking time with technology are all key components of remote witness preparation. Addressing these issues will set a witness up for success and allow them...
2022-01-06
08 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Sickle Cell Research and Care with Dr. James Taylor VI, MD
In honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Black Women's Health Imperative (BWHI) for a four-part podcast series on sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is a genetic disease that causes red blood cells, which are normally round, to become C-shaped like a sickle. It is a progressive and debilitating disease that can cause pain crises, organ damage and a shortened lifespan, and it disproportionately impacts communities of color, occurring in approximately one in every 365 Black or African American individuals in the United States. This episode is co-hosted...
2021-12-22
35 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing the Mission of Black Women's Health Imperative with CEO Linda Goler Blount
In honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Black Women's Health Imperative (BWHI) for a four-part podcast series on sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is a genetic disease that causes red blood cells, which are normally round, to become C-shaped like a sickle. It is a progressive and debilitating disease that can cause pain crises, organ damage and a shortened lifespan, and it disproportionately impacts communities of color, occurring in approximately one in every 365 Black or African American individuals in the United States. This episode is co-hosted...
2021-12-14
18 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Government Procurement with Karen Walker and Tiffany Roddenberry
In the eighth episode of Holland & Knight's "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Government Section Leader Karen Walker and litigation attorney Tiffany Roddenberry focus on state and local government procurement. With states like Florida spending billions of dollars each year contracting with private entities, and with billions of federal dollars set to flow to state and local governments through the recently passed infrastructure bill, procurement will be top of mind for many state agencies and private sector actors in the coming months. Ms. Walker and Ms. Roddenberry talk about their experience guiding clients through the procurement process, from introducing products or...
2021-12-02
26 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Listen for the Song in Your Witness' Head
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Listen for the Song in Your Witness' Head," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the all-too-common disconnect between what a lawyer thinks their witness is thinking and what the witness is actually thinking. He explains that the key to building a successful relationship with a witness is to understand your own assumptions, learn their assumptions and then try to pull the two closer together. He uses Los Angeles trial attorney Sidney Kanazawa's metaphor of the song playing in our heads as a way to understand this gap: Both...
2021-12-01
08 min
Holland Gold
De opkomst van het off-shore dollarsysteem en goud als plan B voor de ECB - Holland Gold Interviews #1
Namens Holland Gold interviewen Paul Buitink en Joris Beemsterboer verschillende economen en experts op macro-economisch gebied. Het doel van de podcast is om de kijker een beter beeld en houvast te bieden in een steeds sneller veranderend macro-economisch en monetair landschap. Onderwerpen die in onze podcasts aan bod zullen komen zijn: - de rol van goud in ons monetaire systeem; - Bitcoin en de innovaties in de crypto wereld; - Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC oa Digitale Euro en Digitale Dollar) - Bescherming van uw vermogen en van uw inkomen (oa pensioenen & inflatie)
2021-11-26
53 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Witness Interview: Dangerous Informality
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "The Witness Interview: Dangerous Informality," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small looks at the misconceptions surrounding "informal" interviews and shares how to make sure they don't catch a witness off guard. He warns that even if an interview has a relaxed, friendly feel to it, no one should treat it like a casual conversation. No matter the setting, no matter the people involved, interviews are serious and sometimes risky procedures. In this podcast, Mr. Small notes important questions about the consequences of an interview, emphasizes key points for witnesses...
2021-11-23
09 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Appellate Writing with Tiffany Roddenberry and Tara Price
In the seventh episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Holland & Knight appellate attorneys Tiffany Roddenberry and Tara Price share insight on their day-to-day practice. They provide an overview of the appellate process and highlight the differences between courtroom proceedings at the trial court level and at the appellate level. Ms. Roddenberry and Ms. Price also spend time discussing appellate writing and the specific nuances that coincide with preparing appropriate legal briefs, motions and other materials to be presented before the judge(s). This Tallahassee-based podcast series takes a look at the many different aspects of state and local...
2021-11-18
19 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Talking Sickle Cell Trait with NFL Wide Receiver Ty Montgomery and Dr. Anjulika Chawla, MD, FAAP
In honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Black Women's Health Imperative for a four-part podcast series on sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is a genetic disease that causes red blood cells, which are normally round, to become C-shaped like a sickle. It is a progressive and debilitating disease that can cause pain crises, organ damage and a shortened lifespan, and it disproportionately impacts communities of color, occurring in approximately one in every 365 Black or African American individuals in the United States. This episode is co-hosted by...
2021-11-18
22 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Witness Preparation is Okay
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Witness Preparation is Okay," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small shares how to overcome the misconception that preparing for trial is cheating the system. He outlines four issues that counsel needs to address with a witness to make them feel more comfortable about the preparation process: 1) preparation is normal and proper, 2) lawyers just want the truth, 3) be ready for questions about preparation and 4) explain privilege issues. Because privilege issues can confuse even experienced attorneys, Mr. Small takes a deeper look two court cases that clarified the scope of work...
2021-11-10
09 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Education with Nate Adams
In the sixth episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Holland & Knight education attorney Nate Adams shares insight on the education law industry. In this episode, Mr. Adams covers a wide range of topics reflecting the broad scope of the education law practice. He highlights a number of national topics and issues affecting educational institutions in Florida and across the country, including pandemic-related litigation, Title IV, Title VII and Title IX. He also touches on the complex regulatory requirements and hurdles higher education institutions have to maneuver related to licensing and accreditation, and how those rules vary from state...
2021-11-10
28 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Bridging the Gap
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Bridging the Gap," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small talks about the challenges of bridging the gap between communicating in a normal conversation and communicating in the witness environment. The former is easy and natural, but the latter is just the opposite, difficult and unnatural. The language, rhythm and goals of each are very different, as are the role of questions. In a normal conversation, questions serve as prompts, moving the conversation in a general direction and maintaining its flow; in the witness environment, questions really are questions, and...
2021-11-03
10 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing HIPAA with Shannon Hartsfield and Eddie Williams
In the fifth episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Holland & Knight healthcare attorneys Shannon Hartsfield and Eddie Williams dive deep on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). They provide a helpful overview of this healthcare privacy law, describe what entities fall under its discretion and explain how it is enforced. They also highlight the narrow nature of HIPAA, explaining that many use the term to broadly describe healthcare privacy when in fact the regulations are relatively stringent. Ms. Hartsfield and Mr. Williams also offer insight on how they help clients come into compliance with HIPAA and...
2021-11-03
25 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
We Can Do Hard Things: Educate, Advocate & Inspire
In honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Black Women's Health Imperative for a four-part podcast series on sickle cell disease. This episode is co-hosted by Holland & Knight Senior Policy Advisor Shawna Watley, Chief Policy Officer & Senior Counsel for Black Women’s Health Imperative Tammy Boyd and Senior Director for Alliance Development and Government Affairs at bluebird bio Sonya Elling. They are joined by two sickle cell warriors: Teonna Woolford, CEO of Sickle Cell Reproductive Health Education Directive (SC RED) and Phillip Okwo, an accomplished business and finance pr...
2021-11-02
43 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Successes and Value of the Loan Programs Office with Jonathan Silver
In this episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's Eyes on Washington podcast series, Energy attorney Taite McDonald is joined by Jonathan Silver, current Senior Advisor at Guggenheim Partners and former Executive Director of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO). Their conversation kicks off with a discussion about an article in The Hill, co-authored by Mr. Silver, titled Clean Energy Industry Has Come A Long Way Since Solyndra Bankruptcy. The piece touches on the drama accompanying Solyndra's bankruptcy 10 years ago, the lessons it still holds for Congress and how the LPO has tu...
2021-10-28
24 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 10: Witnesses Need to Use Their Counsel
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Witnesses Need to Use Their Counsel," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small concludes his in-depth, 10-part series on the rules for witness preparation. The final rule concerns four crucial ways a lawyer can help a witness while they are on the stand. Lawyers and witnesses should be clear about their relationship and remain vigilant about protecting privilege. Witnesses should be encouraged to take breaks early and often, and when their lawyer makes an objection, they should stop, listen closely and wait before continuing. Finally, in some forms of testimony...
2021-10-27
12 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Conversation with Holly Kuzmich, Executive Director of the George W. Bush Institute
In this episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's Eyes on Washington podcast series, Senior Policy Advisor Lauren Maddox sits down with Holly Kuzmich, Executive Director of the George W. Bush Institute at the Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, Texas. Ms. Kuzmich provides background on the center and highlights the major policy initiatives taking priority at the Bush Institute, including immigration. She touches on President Bush's role at the institute and how his passion for painting is driving policy conversations. They also discuss the Presidential Leadership Scholars Program, a leadership development program headed by Ms. Kuzmich. The conversation...
2021-10-25
30 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Conversation with Attorney General Dana Nessel
In this episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's "Conversations with State Attorneys General" podcast series, Holland & Knight attorney Stephen Cobb talks with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel about her work in the office. Ms. Nessel shares her experience as a state official in Michigan during 2020, dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic and a turbulent election cycle. She highlights the rise and threat of domestic terrorism both in Michigan and nationwide, and discusses election integrity and the turmoil that the state of Michigan experienced last year. Their conversation also touches on consumer protection, securities enforcement, climate change, criminal justice reform, robocalls...
2021-10-14
40 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 8: Do Not Volunteer Information
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Do Not Volunteer Information," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues his in-depth, 10-part series on the rules for witness preparation. As the title suggests, this discussion focuses on feeling comfortable with silence. In normal conversation, people avoid uncomfortable silences, but in testimony, witnesses should embrace them, following the pattern of question, pause, answer, stop. In this episode, Mr. Small explains two ways to help witnesses do just that: breaking the chain of connections and avoiding volunteering information.
2021-10-14
11 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 7: Playing the Guessing Game is a Losing Strategy
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Playing the Guessing Game is a Losing Strategy," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues his in-depth 10-part series on the rules for witness preparation. In this episode, he talks about guessing, a normal human instinct that can leave witnesses in a very deep hole. Mr. Small covers three kinds of guessing — factual details, inferences and hypotheticals — and explains why each one is problematic in the witness environment.
2021-10-06
13 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Healthcare with Shannon Hartsfield and Eddie Williams
In the third episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Holland & Knight Partners Shannon Hartsfield and Eddie Williams offer insights on Florida's healthcare industry, focusing on the legal roadblocks, specifically involving the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), for healthcare businesses looking to do business in Florida. This Tallahassee-based podcast series takes a look at the many different aspects of state and local government through the lens of experienced legal professionals. Hosted by Holland & Knight attorneys Nate Adams and Mia McKown, these candid conversations offer a seat at the table to everyone who listens.
2021-10-04
28 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 6: If You Don't Remember, Say So
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "If You Don't Remember, Say So," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues his in-depth, 10-part series on the rules for witness preparation. He explains that one of the most obvious rules for witnesses is also one of the most difficult — witnesses can only testify to what they clearly remember. Although it sounds simple, this rule contrasts the patterns of a normal conversation, where people rarely say, "I don't recall," and stop talking. Nevertheless, memory is a key component of being a witness, and Mr. Small outlines several points to...
2021-09-30
12 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
"Chirping" on Sickle Cell: A Discussion with bluebird bio and Dr. Anjulika Chawla, M.D., FAAP
In honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group is proud to partner with the Black Women's Health Imperative for a four-part podcast series on sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is a genetic disease that causes red blood cells, which are normally round, to become C-shaped like a sickle. It is a progressive and debilitating disease that can cause pain crises, organ damage and a shortened lifespan, and it disproportionately impacts communities of color, occurring in approximately one in every 365 Black or African American individuals in the United States. This series, co-hosted by Holland...
2021-09-29
32 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 5b: Typical 'Wiggles and Squirms' to Avoid Rephrasing a Question
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Typical 'Wiggles and Squirms' to Avoid Rephrasing a Question," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues his 10-part series on the rules for witness preparation. Picking up from his last episode, "Don't Ask a Question You Don't Understand," he talks about what he terms the "wiggles and squirms" of the witness environment. Much as a child wiggles and squirms when a parent imposes rules and discipline, a questioner will wiggle and squirm when a witness imposes rules and discipline by demanding clear and fair questions. Mr. Small discusses three...
2021-09-23
09 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 5a: Don’t Answer a Question You Don't Understand
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Don't Answer a Question You Don't Understand," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues his 10-part series on the rules for witness preparation. In this episode, he reminds listeners that witnesses should only answer the questions they fully understand. What does it mean to "fully understand" a question? Mr. Small describes three tests — clarity, comprehension and comfort — but emphasizes that above all, if a question contains assumptions that the witness doesn't understand, doesn't agree with or simply isn't comfortable with, they should not answer. When in doubt, "Please rephrase the...
2021-09-15
13 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 4: Be a Relentlessly Polite Witness
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Be a Relentlessly Polite Witness," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues an in-depth discussion of the rules for witness preparation. In this episode, he emphasizes that witnesses must be relentlessly positive and relentlessly polite, not only for etiquette but also for survival. To accomplish this, witnesses must remember who the audience is and what the challenges are. Testifying is not a game where opposing sides are scoring points; a witness' job is to convince the judge and the jury, not argue with the questioner. Mr. Small explains several...
2021-09-08
12 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing Energy with Bruce May and Kevin Cox
In the second episode of our "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, Holland & Knight attorneys Bruce May and Kevin Cox offer insights on Florida's energy industry, focusing on recent electric utility rate cases, the development of solar power projects and broadband deployment. This Tallahassee-based podcast series takes a look at the many different aspects of state and local government through the lens of experienced legal professionals. Hosted by attorneys Nate Adams and Mia McKown, these candid conversations offer a seat at the table to everyone who listens.
2021-09-03
19 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 3: Tell the Truth
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues his 10-part series on the rules for witness preparation. In "Tell the Truth," he analyzes the oath taken by every witness: to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. He breaks down each of these three components, explaining common pitfalls and offering tips for counteracting them.
2021-09-02
13 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 2: Remember, You Are On The Record
In the latest episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Remember, You Are On The Record," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small continues his in-depth discussion of the rules for witness preparation. This episode covers an aspect of witness testimony that makes it an especially strange experience: Everything is on the record. Once words leave a witness' mouth, they can't be taken back. With that in mind, Mr. Small shares two key ideas for witnesses to keep in mind: timing and language. If witnesses slow down, talk in complete sentences and think carefully about the words they're using, they...
2021-08-25
16 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Rule 1: Witness, Take Your Time
In this episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small begins an in-depth, 10-part dive into the rules for witness preparation. The first rule — witnesses must take their time — underscores the importance of taking control as a witness. He briefly discusses how multitasking and fairness factor into this process before talking about the three primary concerns he hears from witnesses when he tells them to take their time.
2021-08-19
10 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Discussing State Insurance Regulation with Beth Vecchioli
Holland & Knight's Tallahassee office is pleased to present its "Florida Capital Conversations" podcast series, which will take a look at the many different aspects of state and local government through the lens of experienced legal professionals. Hosted by attorneys Nate Adams and Mia McKown, these candid conversations will offer a seat at the table to everyone who listens. In the debut episode of this series, Senior Policy Advisor Beth Vecchioli offers insights on Florida's insurance market, focusing on property insurance and auto insurance. She explains how natural disasters like hurricanes, coupled with litigation expenses, have put a strain on the...
2021-08-18
13 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Basic Principles for Being a Witness
In the sixth episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, "Basic Principles for Being a Witness," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small describes the two fundamental principles of being a good witness and explains how to carry them out effectively. Although concepts like "Listen, listen, listen" and "Don't try too hard" may sound easy, knowing how to apply them requires a level of understanding and discipline that can only come through careful preparation.
2021-08-12
12 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Seven Witness Preparation Mistakes Lawyers Make
In the fifth episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small looks at the seven most common mistakes lawyers make when preparing witnesses for trial. Cautioning that "a failure in preparation is a failure in representation," he summarizes these mistakes and provides solutions that will help lawyers bring their witness preparation to the next level.
2021-08-05
10 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Three Witness Excuses to Avoiding Preparing
In the fourth episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small shares the three most common reasons why clients think they don't need to prepare for testimony. He explains how to respond to clients who harbor these misconceptions and shares tools and techniques that have helped him convince witnesses that preparation is key.
2021-07-29
08 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Trade Policy Challenges to U.S. Infrastructure Goals
In this episode of Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group's Eyes on Washington Podcast, Partners Francisco Sánchez, Nasim Fussell and Vice President for Trade and International Competitiveness at American Clean Power Association (ACP) Vanessa Sciarra present the second episode of a two-part series. This episode focuses on trade policy challenges to U.S. infrastructure goals. Speakers discuss the tariffs implemented by the Trump administration, the Biden administration's current infrastructure goals and complications rooting from the United States' position on trading with China.
2021-07-27
24 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Gaps in Witness Expectations
In the third episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small covers how to fill in the gaps during witness preparation and how to help witnesses overcome three major hurdles they face when preparing to take the stand. He explains the importance of addressing these gaps so that witnesses can perform their job effectively in the litigation environment.
2021-07-22
14 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
A Conversation with Former Chief Deputy Attorney General Patricia Conners
In this episode of Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's "Conversations with State Attorneys General" podcast series, attorney Stephen Cobb talks with former Florida Chief Deputy Attorney General Patricia Conners about her career in the AG’s office, where she served for over 35 years. During her tenure, Ms. Conners worked with seven different AGs from both sides of the aisle and served as both Deputy Attorney General and Chief Deputy Attorney General. This discussion touches on the role of state AGs from a broader perspective and highlights how their position has changed at the local and national level. They also sp...
2021-07-16
40 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
What Witness Preparation Means
In the second episode of his "Powerful Witness Preparation" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small dives right into what witness preparation really entails and outlines seven steps lawyers need to take when preparing witnesses for testimony. Mr. Small explains that too many witnesses are not adequately prepared because lawyers fail to realize that being a witness is an entirely different experience than anything the client has been through before. His seven steps for preparation highlight a key idea for both lawyers and clients to keep in mind: Testimony is not a conversation, and much of what makes for...
2021-07-15
11 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Raise Your Right Hand, Miss Lillian
In the launch of his podcast series "Powerful Witness Preparation," Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small dives right into the fundamentals of calling a witness to the stand. Mr. Small describes the challenges of the unusual courtroom environment and explains why preparation is crucial. He emphasizes that communicating effectively in a question-and-answer format is an extraordinarily unnatural and difficult process, and he backs this up by drawing from an experience he had right out of law school when he observed a witness, former President Jimmy Carter's mother, "Miss Lillian."
2021-07-07
07 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Clean Energy Opportunities
In this episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's Eyes on Washington Podcast, Holland & Knight Partners Jim Davis, Francisco Sanchez and Vice President for Trade and International Competitiveness at American Clean Power Association Vanessa Sciarra present the first of a two-part series on Clean Energy Opportunities and Challenges. This episode focuses on opportunities created for the clean power sector in President Biden’s American Jobs Plan. Speakers discuss increasing the domestic footprint for clean energy, high-paying job creation in the sector and potential outcomes of bipartisan infrastructure legislation.
2021-06-30
19 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Tax & Tequila Talks: The Tax Gap
In this episode of Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group's "The Eyes on Washington Podcast" series, tax attorneys Nicole Elliott, Josh Odintz and Chris Armstrong discuss the tax gap. They explain what the tax gap is, how it came to be and its present day implications. Our hosts also touch on the ProPublica leak and how it might impact the ability of the IRS to shrink the tax gap.
2021-06-23
20 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The Future of U.S.-Israel Relations with Rep. Ted Deutch
In this episode of "The Eyes on Washington Podcast" series, Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation attorney and co-chair of the firm's Israel Practice Meital Stavinksy spoke with U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch (FL-22) about the current relationship between the United States and Israel and what the future might look like for the two countries. Their conversation highlighted opportunities for investment in high tech and infrastructure development given the existence of programs like the Middle East Partnership for Peace Act and the Abraham Accords. They also covered the impact and future of the bilateral commercial and defense relationship between Israel and...
2021-06-07
16 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
An Overview of the Biden Administration's First 100 Days in Office
In the final episode of the Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation podcast series, "The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration," Practice Group Leader Rich Gold and Public Affairs Advisor Devin Barrett invite four former Congressmen from both sides of the aisle to recap the start of the new presidency. Ron Klein, Jim Davis, Tom Davis and Tom Reynolds provide a general overview of what the Biden Administration has accomplished so far through several different lenses. This bipartisan panel looks at tangible successes based on what campaign promises President Biden made, notable achievements in the context of COVID-19 and how the...
2021-05-13
25 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration: COVID-19 Vaccines and HHS Updates
In the fourth episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's "The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration" podcast series, Co-Leader of Holland & Knight's Healthcare & Life Sciences Team Michael Werner and Senior Public Affairs Advisor Ethan Jorgensen-Earp discuss the vaccine rollout so far, where the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) stands without a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) role moving forward. Find out more: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2021/04/podcast-covid19-vaccines-and-hhs-updates
2021-04-27
28 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration: An Update on the Digital Economy and DSTs
In the third episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's "The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration" podcast series, Holland & Knight Trade Partner Nasim Fussell and Tax Attorneys Alan Granwell and Joshua Odintz continue a discussion on the current state of the digital economy and digital services taxes (DST). They provide an update on DSTs in the U.S. and abroad and look at the United States Trade Representative's (USTR) plans for addressing DSTs and working with the OECD. Find out more: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2021/04/podcast-an-update-on-the-digital-economy-and-dsts
2021-04-27
17 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration: The Digital Economy and Tax
In the second episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's "The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration" podcast series, Holland & Knight Trade Partner Nasim Fussell leads a discussion with Tax Partners Alan Granwell and Joshua Odintz on the current state of the digital economy and digital services taxes (DST). They provide a comprehensive overview of DSTs and look at the United States' current relationships with other Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, particularly through the administrational changes. Find out more: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2021/04/podcast-the-digital-economy-and-tax
2021-04-27
30 min
Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration: Healthcare Priorities and Landscape
In the first episode of our Public Policy & Regulation Group's "The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration" podcast series, Holland & Knight Senior Policy Advisor Miranda Franco leads a discussion with attorney Robert Bradner and Senior Public Affairs Advisor Suzanne Joy on the healthcare priorities and landscape facing the new administration. They discuss current issues and provide listeners with an inside look on what to expect in the upcoming months. Find out more: https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/media-entities/2021/02/podcast-healthcare-priorities-and-landscape
2021-04-27
28 min