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Snap settled. TikTok settled. Jury selection resumes. The social media addiction trial everyone has been talking about is officially underway and opening arguments could begin within days. In this week’s episode of Tort Talk, Jon, Marc, and mass tort attorney Joe Fantini break down what’s happening in real time and what it could mean for Big Tech litigation going forward. We also cover: The formation of the Roblox MDL and what the next 3–6 months will look likeWhy Lyft sexual assault appears headed toward consolidation alongside UberThe Cartiva toe implant litigation and whether a smaller docket can still justify an MDLWhy Missouri courts refused to pause Roundup cases ahead of the Supreme Court appeal With new MDLs forming, major settlements unfolding, and trial calendars moving, pressure is building across multiple fronts. This is your fastest way to stay current on mass tort developments shaping 2026. Subscribe for weekly updates. #MassTorts #SocialMediaLawsuit #Roundup #MDL #LegalNews ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Social Media Addiction Trial Update 01:16 – Trial Timeline + What Happens Next 02:47 – Roblox MDL Leadership Appointments 04:47 – Lyft Sexual Assault MDL Formation 05:42 – Cartiva Toe Implant Litigation 07:33 – Roundup: Missouri Refuses to Pause Cases 08:52 – Settlement Pressure & What to Watch 09:23 – Outro

Wall Street money is entering personal injury like never before… buying firms, buying leads, and squeezing margins. In this episode of The Jon & Marc Podcast, we sit down with Michael Saile (co-founder, managing partner, and trial attorney at Cordisco & Saile, just outside Philadelphia) to talk about what it actually takes to grow a firm in 2026 and beyond, when big-budget competitors can drop into your market overnight. Michael breaks down the firm’s recent growth, why brand is the only real moat, how community relationships led to major cases after a local catastrophe, and why he believes the future belongs to firms that build real trust, real presence, and real litigation strength. If you’re a firm owner trying to scale without losing your culture or you’re watching the industry change in real time, this one is a must. ————————— Contents of this video —————————   00:00 – Introducing Michael Saile 02:46 – The Evolution of Cordisco & Saile 05:41 – Balancing Leadership and Casework 08:45 – Community Engagement and Brand Building 11:24 – The Importance of Goodwill in the Legal Industry 14:22 – Sponsorships and Community Support 17:19 – The Evolution of Marketing Strategies 18:26 – Preparing for Future Growth in Personal Injury Law 20:35 – Building a Brand in a Competitive Landscape 22:16 – The Role of Content Creation and Community Engagement 27:59 – Investing in Leadership and Strategic Planning 32:00 – Balancing Work and Family Life

Mass torts are moving fast… faster than most people have seen in years. Live from the National Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami, Jon, Marc, and Joe Fantini break down a rare moment in mass tort litigation: multiple high-stakes trials happening at the same time, across social media addiction, Paraquat, Roundup, talc, Uber sex abuse, and more. From surprise settlements to bellwether trials already underway, this live Tort Talk episode covers what’s happening right now, and what it means for plaintiffs, firms, and the future of mass tort litigation. If you want a real-time snapshot of where mass torts are headed in 2026, this is the episode. ————————— Contents of this video ————————— 00:00 – Live from NTL Miami 00:45 – Social Media Addiction Trial Update 02:30 – Will Meta Settle Before Testimony? 03:10 – The New Era of Mass Torts 05:00 – Paraquat Settlement Update 06:30 – How Much Time Is Left for Paraquat Cases? 07:20 – Roundup Awaiting Supreme Court Decision 08:50 – Environmental Mass Torts to Watch 10:30 – Talc Litigation Update 11:50 – Uber Sex Abuse MDL Trial 13:10 – Other Mass Torts Gaining Momentum 15:45 – Depo MDL Moving at Record Speed 16:45 – NTL Miami Conference Buzz 19:45 – Politics, the Supreme Court & Tylenol 22:15 – AI, Software & the New Vendor Landscape 24:00 – Final Takeaways from Tort Talk Live

After months of waiting, the Mass Tort docket is officially in motion. In this week’s Tort Talk, Jon Robinson, Marc Rioux, and Joe Fantini break down a rare convergence of major developments across multiple MDLs and state court proceedings, from the Supreme Court’s decision to take up the Roundup preemption appeal to an unusually heavy slate of trials now underway. Topics covered in this episode include: The Supreme Court’s decision to hear the Roundup preemption appeal and what it means for plaintiffs moving forwardWhy multiple mass tort trials happening at the same time is so unusual — and why it mattersThe first bellwether trial underway in the Uber Sex Abuse MDL and what the evidence is showing so farA new talcum powder trial against Johnson & Johnson beginning in Philadelphia Court of Common PleasThe first MDL bellwether trial kicking off in the Paragard litigation after years of delayJury selection set to begin in the closely watched Social Media Addiction trial and what to watch as it unfoldsEarly signals from the Character AI settlement and how it could impact related litigation With pressure building across the Supreme Court, MDLs, and state courts, this episode captures a pivotal moment as mass tort litigation enters a highly active phase. Subscribe for weekly Tort Talk updates covering the most important rulings, trials, and trends shaping the mass tort landscape. ————————— Contents of this video —————————  00:00 – Intro: A Rare Moment of Trial Activity in Mass Torts 00:26 – Supreme Court Takes Up the Roundup Preemption Appeal 02:08 – Uber Sex Abuse MDL: First Bellwether Trial Underway 03:13 – Talcum Powder: New J&J Trial Begins in Philadelphia 04:52 – Paragard MDL: What to Expect From the First Bellwether Trial 06:13 – Social Media Addiction Trial: Jury Selection and Key Issues 07:27 – Character AI Settlement and Broader Implications 08:40 – Closing Thoughts and What’s Ahead at NTL Miami

Legal marketing is changing fast and 2026 is going to force a real reset. In this episode of The Jon & Marc Podcast, Jon Robinson and Marc Rioux break down what they see coming next and what law firms should start doing now to stay ahead. They dig into the shift away from traditional TV and radio toward streaming, social, and podcast advertising, why consumers are already burned out on AI, and why human connection is about to matter more than ever in intake and client experience. The conversation also covers consolidation across law firms, legal tech, and agencies, the growing role of private equity, and why rankings, traffic, and impressions are no longer the metrics that matter. In 2026, it comes down to leads, cases, and building a real brand people trust. If you run a law firm or lead legal marketing, this episode will help you understand where things are headed and how to adapt before the market forces it. ————————— Contents of this video —————————   00:00 – Why Legal Marketing Is About to Change 00:37 – Introduction and 2026 Marketing Outlook 01:02 – The Shift From Traditional TV to Streaming and Social 08:47 – AI Fatigue and the Return of Human Connection 11:37 – Why Google Gemini Will Lead the AI Race 13:56 – Consolidation Across Law Firms, Tech, and Agencies 20:31 – The Death of Vanity Metrics 23:11 – Full Funnel Marketing Becomes the Standard 26:13 – Transparency and Legal Advertising Regulation 27:38 – The Rise of the Influencer Lawyer 29:15 – Final Thoughts and What Comes Next

After a slow start to 2026, the Mass Tort docket is heating up fast. In this week’s Tort Talk, Marc Rioux and Joe Fantini break down a packed slate of major developments shaping the year ahead, including rare Supreme Court action, an important bellwether trial, and mounting pressure on defendants in ongoing litigation. Topics covered in this episode include: The Supreme Court’s decision on the Boy Scouts bankruptcy settlement appeal and what it means for survivor compensationWhat to watch next as the Supreme Court considers whether to take up the Roundup preemption appealThe first bellwether trial underway in the Uber Sex Assault MDL and why this case mattersThe EPA’s announcement that it is reassessing the safety of Paraquat and how that review could impact litigation and potential settlements With pressure coming from the Supreme Court, the EPA, MDLs, and state courts, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year in mass tort litigation. Subscribe for weekly Tort Talk updates covering the most important rulings, trials, and trends in the mass tort world. ————————— Contents of this video —————————  00:00 – Intro and What’s Driving Mass Tort Momentum in 2026 00:45 – Supreme Court Decision on Boy Scouts Bankruptcy Appeal 02:25 – Roundup Appeal: What the Supreme Court May Do Next 04:00 – Uber Sex Assault MDL: First Bellwether Trial Underway 05:08 – Paraquat: EPA Reassesses Safety of the Herbicide 06:56 – Closing Thoughts and What to Expect Next in 2026

What happens when a trial lawyer stops overthinking and just hits record? In this episode, Marc sits down in Los Angeles with Harry Nalbandyan, partner at Levin & Nalbandyan and host of Harry Handles It, to talk about the real value of content creation for lawyers (hint: it is not “becoming an influencer”). They get into why podcasting is a cheat code for communication, leadership, and relationship-building, plus what changes when your firm scales from a scrappy team to 115 people. Harry shares hard-earned lessons on hiring, culture, developing A-players, and why the best leaders focus on making everyone around them better. If you’ve been sitting on an idea, waiting until it’s perfect, this conversation is your reminder: Just handle it. ————————— Contents of this video —————————   00:00 – Introduction 01:34 – Inception of 'Harry Handles It' Podcast 03:57 – Mastering Communication Skills 11:43 – Content Creation Strategies for Lawyers 17:02 – Harry’s First Podcast Episode (Lessons Learned) 21:08 – Leadership and Team Dynamics in Law Firms 28:39 – Structuring a Multi-Practice Law Firm 30:25 – Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent 33:53 – The Importance of Culture and Transparency 38:41 – Freeing Yourself Up as a Leader and Investing in Capacity 42:29 – The 10-80-10 Principle for Leadership & Developing Talent 45:43 – Final Thoughts on Leadership and Growth

In the first episode of the year, Jon Robinson, Marc Rioux, and Joe Fantini kick off January Power Rankings, counting down the Top 10 mass torts your firm should have on its radar. This month brings a major shakeup: Roundup falls from the top spot and there’s a new #1 to start the year.  We also cover key inflection points coming fast, including Science Day in Hair Relaxer, bellwether trials in Uber Sex Abuse and Social Media Addiction, and a potential Supreme Court decision that could shape Roundup’s trajectory in 2026. If you’re building or managing mass tort inventory, this is the quick, tactical overview to start the year. ————————— Contents of this video —————————  00:00 – Tort Talk is back: January 2026 Power Rankings begin 00:30 – #10 Toxic Baby Food: MDL expert ruling could change everything 01:30 – #9 Talcum Powder: largest active tort, bellwether pressure and 2026 settlement prediction 02:54 – #8 GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: vision loss vs GI injuries, case-count outlook and next steps 04:54 – #7 Roblox: new MDL, qualifying injury questions, and long-term exposure 06:18 – #6 Depo-Provera: FDA warning update weakens preemption argument 07:42 – #5 Uber Sex Abuse: bellwether trial next week and causation issues 08:56 – #4 Roundup: Supreme Court watch and why it slid this month 10:51 – #3 Social Media Addiction: early 2026 bellwethers and mounting pressure on Big Tech 12:33 – #2 Video Game Addiction: California JCCP momentum and settlement rumors 13:44 – One to Watch: Bair Hugger (3M) and rising trial pressure 14:58 – Wait and See: Tylenol appeal and possible revival 15:35 – #1 Hair Relaxer: Science Day and the new top-ranked mass tort 16:33 – NTL Miami preview: live Tort Talk + Jon & Marc Podcast

Asbestos litigation is one of the most demanding areas of plaintiff law. The timelines are urgent. The clients are gravely ill. The competition is intense. And no firm handles more mesothelioma cases than The Gori Law Firm. In this episode of The Jon and Marc Podcast, filmed live at MTMP, Sara Salger and Chris Layloff reveal how Gori became one of the top asbestos filers in the country and what it really takes to win these cases at scale. Tune in and learn: How Gori scaled from 16 team members to nearly 200Why mesothelioma cases move faster than most mass tortsHow lung cancer claims fit into the asbestos landscapeWhy talc exposure reshaped the litigationThe real economics behind seven-figure mesothelioma casesHow to intake and fast track a case before it is too late If you want to understand asbestos litigation, build a mesothelioma practice, or partner with the leaders in this space, this episode gives you the blueprint. ————————— Contents of this video —————————   00:00 – Introduction 00:42 – Meet Sara Salger and Chris Layloff from The Gori Law Firm 02:54 – Growing from 16 staff to 200 and 7 offices 04:17 – How Gori recruits and trains legal talent 06:56 – The state of asbestos litigation in 2025 08:38 – Why every case is individually litigated 12:53 – The race against time with terminal clients 19:35 – The growing cost and competition for mesothelioma cases 22:46 – How to properly handle an asbestos intake 24:51 – Why Gori sends lawyers into the living room 28:13 – How Gori acquires asbestos cases 29:51 – Recommendations for building a referral network 31:44 – Talc and the new wave of asbestos exposure 34:14 – Understanding a mesothelioma diagnosis 36:21 – Implications of the link between talc and mesothelioma 38:10 – Asbestos litigation outside of the United States 42:08 – Why a third of mesothelioma victims never pursue claims 44:47 – Final advice: You need specialized partners in asbestos

Which moments made people pause instead of scrolling? In this special edition of The Jon & Marc Podcast, we’re breaking down the 10 moments from 2025 that sparked the biggest conversations, strongest reactions, and most meaningful takeaways for law firm owners, marketers, and operators. This short-form highlight episode pulls 10 standout clips from 10 different episodes, each focused on a real issue firms are navigating right now, from conferences and content to AI, community, and mass tort litigation. If you missed an episode this year or want a sharp recap of what’s shaping the plaintiff bar heading into 2026, this is the place to start. ————————— Contents of this video —————————  00:11 – Dave Thomas: The real value of legal conferences 01:33 – Hunter Garnett: Why authentic content works 02:13 – Jerry Zhou: AI, law firm data, and responsible use 03:26 – Jon & Marc: Why Google is going to win in search 04:17 – Trudy Emlaw: Personalization, human touch, and what doesn’t scale 05:08 – Mike Bonamarte: Using AI to strengthen closing arguments 06:34 – Rob Levine: How law firms actually make more money 07:44 – Cassidy Lewis: Competing with national firms at the local level 09:17 – Eddie & Chuck Farah: A Rolling Stones–inspired marketing campaign 10:35 – Rick Meadow: Mass torts, video game addiction, and what’s coming next

Two major jury verdicts and several key rulings capped off a pivotal week in mass torts. In this edition of Tort Talk, Jon Robinson, Marc Rioux, and Joe Fantini unpack what each development means as we head into 2026. Talc – $40M Ovarian Cancer Verdict A Los Angeles jury awarded $40 million in compensatory damages to two plaintiffs. J&J plans to appeal, but the result strengthens plaintiff momentum ahead of the 2026 bellwethers. NEC – $32M Verdict Against Yale Hospital A unique NEC case resulted in a $32 million verdict after a premature infant was fed a cow’s-milk supplement against the family’s instructions. This expands liability beyond manufacturers and signals a new avenue for hospital-based claims. Toxic Baby Food – Daubert Week Concludes A full week of Daubert hearings wrapped in the MDL following a surprising expert exclusion in California state court. Early read: plaintiffs may get several experts through, which could open the door to significant filings in 2026. JPML — Three Major Decisions The panel issued rulings on key emerging litigations: Weight Loss Vision Loss: MDL formed in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania with separate tracks for GI injuries and vision claims. Video Game Addiction: MDL request denied again; litigation now centers in California state court. Roblox Sexual Abuse: MDL granted and centralized in the Northern District of California, a strong venue for plaintiffs. Tune in and learn why these decisions matter, how they shape docket strategy, and what plaintiff firms should watch closely in early 2026. ————————— Contents of this video —————————  00:00 – Intro: Final Tort Talk of 2025 00:15 – Talc: $40M Ovarian Cancer Verdict in Los Angeles 01:55 – NEC: $32M Verdict Against Yale Hospital 04:13 – Toxic Baby Food: Weeklong Daubert Hearing Wraps 05:20 – JPML: Vision Loss MDL, Video Game Addiction, and Roblox Sex Abuse 07:04 – Closing: Holiday Break and 2026 Preview

Authenticity is becoming the strongest competitive advantage in personal injury marketing. In this episode, Jon sits down with Hunter Garnett to discuss how a small-market PI firm can grow fast by staying real, staying local, and staying focused on the right clients. Hunter explains how he built a profitable practice by leaning into who he actually is, using simple video content, community presence, and a strong value system to generate real affinity in his market. What you'll learn in this episode: How authenticity outperforms high-production marketingWhy TikTok can generate local cases faster than paid adsHow to create “super fans” who drive long-term case volumeWhy small markets reward strong identity and clear positioningHow to turn news stories into free reach and inbound casesThe operational systems behind his scalable pre-lit teamIf you want to grow a PI firm without trying to look like the big billboard players, this conversation is the blueprint. For more information on Hunter and his firm, go to: www.gpinjurylaw.com ————————— Contents of this video —————————   00:00 – Introducing Hunter Garnett 01:49 – Understanding Your Ideal Client 04:17 – Building Brand Affinity and Creating Superfans 07:19 – Leveraging Social Media for Client Connection 09:34 – The Importance of Storytelling in Law and Marketing 10:19 – Hunter’s Bullseye Strategy for Social Media Marketing 12:37 – The TikTok Video that Generated a Real Case 13:45 – One-Take Videos vs High-Production Content 17:38 – Navigating Paid Advertising and Marketing Strategies 22:15 – Maintaining Quality Operations with a Remote Team 24:33 – Turning Community Involvement into Video Marketing 29:06 – Hunter’s CTO and Implementing AI & Automation 33:35 – How Hunter Approaches Attribution Marketing 37:18 – Hunter’s Opinion on Lead Generation, PPC, and Brand Conquesting 38:51 – Final Thoughts on Sustainable Marketing Practices

The landscape continues to shift as Roundup edges closer to a Supreme Court ruling, while other major litigations face unexpected resistance. This week’s Tort Talk breaks down critical developments in Roundup, Zantac, Toxic Baby Food, and several MDL petitions now before the JPML. Roundup: The Solicitor General has recommended that the Supreme Court take up Monsanto’s appeal on preemption. The ruling could determine whether failure-to-warn claims remain viable under state law, but other theories of liability may still move forward regardless of the outcome. Zantac: After early wins in Delaware, plaintiffs were hit with another setback as the trial court denied efforts to submit revised expert reports. The ruling adopts a higher standard set by the Delaware Supreme Court and keeps the litigation on uncertain ground heading into 2026. Toxic Baby Food: California state court excluded plaintiffs’ toxicology expert in a parallel proceeding. All eyes now shift to this week’s Daubert hearings in the MDL. If experts are permitted to testify in federal court, case filings could accelerate despite the state-level setback. JPML: The December hearing focused on whether vision loss claims will be consolidated with existing gastrointestinal claims in the weight-loss drug MDL, and whether MDLs will be formed for Roblox sexual exploitation cases and video game addiction. Decisions are expected within two weeks. Joe Fantini breaks down why these rulings matter, how they affect strategy, and which cases could see major movement as we head into 2026. ————————— Contents of this video —————————  00:00 – Intro: Tort Talks with Jon Robinson, Marc Rioux, and Joe Fantini 00:26 – Roundup: Solicitor General Recommends Supreme Court Review 02:51 – Zantac: Delaware Ruling Blocks New Expert Reports 04:31 – Toxic Baby Food: State Setback Ahead of Federal Daubert 07:05 – JPML: Weight-Loss Drugs, Roblox, and Video Game Petitions 08:38 – Closing and Year-End Outlook

Behind every fast-growing law firm is a strategy most people never see. In this episode, Marc sits down with Trudy Emlaw, former CMO of Mike Morse Law Firm and current CMO of George Sink Injury Lawyers, to break down the playbook behind data-driven growth, brand building, and long-term community investment. Discover how the country’s most strategic legal marketers think about growth, measure success, and turn brand trust into signed cases. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why brand matters more than “leads” in 2025The data every firm should track before scalingHow community events generate long-term case volumeWhen to build an in-house team vs. hire an agencyHow to balance data with creative instinctWhy real marketing requires human touch in an AI world If you want to understand how elite PI firms grow sustainably, predictably, and with real loyalty, this conversation is the roadmap. ————————— Contents of this video —————————   00:00 – Introducing Trudy Emlaw 01:04 – Data-Driven Marketing: Lessons Learned 03:58 – Balancing Data and Creativity in Marketing 06:04 – The Evolution of Trudy’s Role at Mike Morse Law Firm 09:15 – In-House vs. Agency Marketing: Finding the Right Balance 11:57 – Creative Marketing: Thinking Outside the Box 13:25 – How to Make an Effective TV Ad 14:18 – Community Engagement as a Marketing Strategy 19:11 – Investing in Community for Long-Term Success 21:06 – Branding vs. Direct Response Marketing 25:23 – The Future of Marketing: Personalization and Automation

The Tort Talks Power Rankings return for December 2025, as Jon Robinson, Marc Rioux, and mass tort strategist Joe Fantini break down the Top 10 mass torts to watch right now. From platform-era claims against Roblox and video games to legacy giants like Roundup and talc, this month’s rankings blend high-momentum opportunities for firms with major long-term litigation outcomes set to shape 2026. 🎯 December Power Rankings: 🔟 Talcum Powder – First post-bankruptcy trial underway in California; over 70,000 cases already filed 9️⃣ Depo-Provera – Preemption ruling pending; filings spike to meet court order 8️⃣ Weight Loss Drugs (GLP-1) – GI injury litigation grows as rare vision loss cases accelerate 7️⃣ Toxic Baby Food – Daubert hearing this week; strong upside if plaintiffs prevail 6️⃣ Roblox – Horrific allegations involving minors; MDL likely after December JPML hearing 5️⃣ Uber Sexual Assault – First MDL trial set for January; 3,000+ claims pending 4️⃣ Social Media Addiction – Bellwether in 2026; tech CEOs expected to testify 3️⃣ Video Game Addiction – Huge claimant pool, deep-pocket defendants, and strong liability posture 2️⃣ Hair Relaxer – 11,000+ cases filed; key science rulings and bellwether path ahead 1️⃣ Roundup – Bayer withdraws appeals, signals settlement strategy, and targets 2026 resolution 👀 Honorable Mentions: Tylenol – Second Circuit questioning suggests the MDL could be revivedOnline Gambling – Early filings and addiction criteria emerging; JPML action expected in 2026⚖️ What this means for firms: The litigation landscape is shifting toward platform liability, while legacy torts like Roundup and talc move into high-pressure settlement territory. These rankings spotlight where firms should look for new intakes, where they should double down, and which cases may peak in 2026. ————————— Contents of this video —————————  00:00 – Intro: December 2025 Power Rankings 00:27 – #10 Talcum Powder 01:42 – #9 Depo-Provera 03:05 – #8 GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs 04:28 – #7 Toxic Baby Food 05:21 – #6 Roblox 06:38 – #5 Uber Sexual Assault 07:33 – #4 Social Media Addiction 08:53 – #3 Video Game Addiction 10:13 – #2 Hair Relaxer 11:22 – Honorable Mentions: Tylenol and Online Gambling 14:22 – #1 Roundup 15:23 – Closing and 2026 Preview