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Episodes of the Mentor, Esq.
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CLE: How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case – Part 1
Andrew presents the first installation of his newest CLE series "How to litigate a construction accident case". In episode one, Andrew reviews NYS Labor Law §240(1), §241(6), §200 and The Industrial Code.
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 5
In Part 5 – “Mediation and Settlement,” topics discussed will include when to mediate, mediator selection, mediation strategy and settlement value analysis.
Let’s Talk About Referrals
In the Fall of 2021, I started hosting 30 minute, One-on-One zoom meetings. Since then I've met with over a hundred lawyers, from new to retired, different practice areas, solo to large firms, and everything in between. Despite the differences, one...
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 4
In part 4 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Expert Depositions,” Andrew discusses preparation and conduction/defending the deposition of an expert witness.
The Mentor Esq. Handbook Series.
The Mentor Esq. Handbook Series will help attorneys excel in the field of personal injury litigation. In this series, Andrew opens up his “playbook” developed over 25 years to help other attorneys learn how to litigate a personal injury case from intake through trial.
Meet the Host
ANDREW J. SMILEY, ESQ.
PARTNER, SMILEY & SMILEY, LLP.
A practicing personal injury lawyer with over 2 decades of experience working at the family-owned law firm, Smiley & Smiley, LLP., Andrew is at the top of his field in law. He is also a lecturer, leader, and is a Past President of The New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers as well as the Past President of The New York City Trial Lawyers Alliance. In his spare time, Andrew enjoys racing Porsches with the Porsche Club of America Sim Racing League and track days at Lime Rock Park.
CLE: How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case – Part 2
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for his series:“How to Litigate a Construction Accident Case.” Part two focuses on Investigation and Commencing the Action. Topics covered will include how to...