August 23 at 12pm

Almost every American owns a cell phone of some kind; smartphone ownership in the US is one of the highest in the world. Many of you reading this right now are probably doing so on a cellphone. A majority also own a desktop, laptop or tablet. The amount of data generated by these digital devices is overwhelming. Attend this program and learn from the experts what data can help in your next MVA case, keep your innocent client out of jail, or catch the cheating spouse

This program, the first of two, will explore what types of data are available and from who. Our presenters will explain the common types of evidence that can be recovered from cell phones, including deleted data. Other types of evidence will be discussed, including location information, text messages, multimedia, voice mails, cloud backups, emails, and more. Join us on September 20 for Part Two: The How for a continuation of how data can be acquired and successfully submitted into evidence.

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July 21 at 4pm

More than 8,000 personal injury cases and nearly 40 years later, Gary Blankenship is as ready as ever to work with you and your clients in developing appropriate settlement plans for all levels of injuries.

His expertise includes settlement of most case types including truck and auto liability, medical malpractice, products liability, construction liability, general liability, premises liability, workers’ compensation, Federal Tort Claims Act, Vaccine Fund (HHS) cases, employment and railroad liability/FELA cases. When appropriate, he prepares financial illustrations of life care plans.

Gary associates with other financial experts to provide trusts, life insurance, mutual funds or other investment products when such needs arise. He is even knowledgeable in the structuring of contingent attorney fees!

Join us next Thursday, July 21 at 4pm for a chat with Gary Blankenship at Atlantic Settlements.

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Production of the 2022-23 Directory of Members & Services is officially under way and your firm still has time to run an ad! Many members report that the Directory is a primary source for networking and reference. Make sure you are included in the who’s who guide of Virginia trial lawyers by taking advantage of an ad in this great publication! Ad deadline is Friday, July 29.

Details HERE

This invaluable publication is written by Virginia trial lawyers for Virginia trial lawyers. A VTLA classic, Virginia Evidence for the Trial Lawyer has been completely revised in conformity with the Virginia Rules of Evidence to provide a useful guide and resource to practicing trial lawyers. Many thanks to our own Lee Livingston and Tom Curcio for authoring and updating this publication.

Pre-order your copy HERE

The 2022 Advanced Auto Retreat is On The Road Again! Drive out to meet us in the Blue Ridge Mountains at Wintergreen on July 29-30. Learn about dealing with Medicaid headaches, driving under the weed influence, keeping losses in perspective, dealing with difficult clients and so much more. This retreat is a great opportunity to learn the newest techniques and strategies to best represent clients injured in motor vehicle crashes. You don’t want to miss this one!

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VTLA Member, Mike Braggs, will be leading a national hour long webinar on June 28 titled, “Technology and Auto Cases: How insurance companies use data from apps.” Mike will review the proliferation of telematic apps, how insurance companies use this data, and the impact on personal injury cases and evaluation of claims. Take advantage of your discounted member rate and sign up today!

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• R. Braxton Hill
• Lisa H. Kim
• Michael C. Pollock

The 2022 Advanced Auto Retreat will take place in the Blue Ridge Mountains at Wintergreen on July 29-30. This year’s theme is On the Road Again! and will cover a plethora of topics including dealing with Medicaid headaches, driving under the weed influence, keeping losses in perspective, dealing with difficult clients and more! This retreat is a great opportunity to learn the newest techniques and strategies to best represent clients injured in motor vehicle crashes.

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SBA Funding, a VTLA Business Partner, has launched an exciting, new website specifically for VTLA members. Check it out to see how you can take advantage of low-interest Small Business Administration loans just for VTLA members, whether you need working capital to expand your market outreach, hire new employees or you are simply tired of paying rent and are ready to purchase your own building. Funding is low cost and the folks at SBA Funding are there to help.

Learn more HERE

Newest Williamsburg Society donors:
Jan Hoen
Lisa O’Donnell

Other new donors:
Kelly Martin
Seth Scott
Michael Lang
Michael G. Sternberg

View all of our donors HERE

Click HERE to add your name to this list!