On the latest episode of Jersey Justice, attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris of the Clark Law Firm, PC welcome former New Jersey Governor hopeful Bill Spadea

The session covers Bill Spadea's life, career trajectory, and views on various political issues while finding common ground and navigating his New Jersey Governor Bid.

Topics include:

- The Bill Spadea's background and experiences such as his time in the Marine Corps and working on Capitol Hill after Graduating from Boston University

- The Disconnect between Spadea's perceived public image and his actual persona and how social media can exemplify that on both ends of the spectrum

- The ever-changing role of Media and its tendency to sensationalize and provoke reactions for engagement. While also analyzing the decline of in-person communication due to the rise of social media and the expansion of technology

- Brief overlook of contentious issues such as gun rights, abortion, and other constitutional rights and finding the common ground if there is any

Bill is an entrepreneur and media personality who has spent the last decade listening to the residents of New Jersey every morning as the host of the top-rated Bill Spadea Show on NJ101.5 FM. Bill launched and built one of the largest grassroots organizations in New Jersey and he’s taking that momentum into the campaign for Governor.

On the latest episode of Jersey Justice, attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris of the Clark Law Firm, PC welcome Attorney Evan J. Lide, Esq. of Stark & Stark

The session covers Evan Lide's career trajectory as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney practicing Personal Injury in New Jersey and his firsthand experience dealing with Insurance companies' mantra of deny, defend, and deflect. He also speaks heavily on the impact that Forced Arbitration clauses, particularly when it comes to lawsuits involving Ride-Share companies, are

Topics include:

- How insurance defense work differs from Plaintiff work, with some Insurance companies retaining Attorneys on a case-by-case basis on behalf of their insureds while others elect to keep an office full of Attorneys as employees.

- The importance of Personal Injury Law in holding companies and individuals accountable and making society safer.

- How Motor Vehicle Accidents involving drivers hired through a ride-share service differ from the typical MVA case.

- Exploring the issues with forced arbitration clauses, how they prevent consumers from accessing the jury trial system, and how they benefit ride-share companies like Uber and Lyft at the expense of consumers.

- The current state of the law around Arbitration clauses in New Jersey and the need for legislative reform.

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Evan J. Lide is a Shareholder and member of Stark & Stark’s Personal Injury Group. He is also certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney. Evan has dedicated his career to seeking justice on behalf of those who have been wronged.

Evan was born and raised in New Jersey. His father, a lawyer, taught Evan a love and appreciation for the law at a young age. His mother, a school teacher, gave him a passion for taking care of others. After college, Evan worked at his father’s law firm during the day and went to law school at night while also working two part-time jobs as a waiter and a bartender. He graduated from Rutgers Law School in 2007. Evan is not afraid of hard work, and he believes in going the distance for every client.

On the latest episode of Jersey Justice, attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris of the Clark Law Firm, PC welcome former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey

The session covers Governor Jim McGreevey's life, career trajectory, and views on various issues after his resignation as the 52nd Governor of New Jersey.

Topics include:

- Re-entry legislation advocacy emphasizing the need for support for individuals at various stages of the legal process and the role of the NJRC

- Highlights the challenges faced by veterans, emphasizing those with OTH discharges, and the high rates of court involvement among veterans.

- McGreevey also reflected on his career, including his resignation and focus thereafter highlighting the importance of second chances and the need for comprehensive support systems for those transitioning back into society

- Discussing the broader political landscape, including the impact of economic factors on elections and the evolving media landscape.

Watch and listen to more at jerseyjusticepodcast.com

Learn more about the NJRC and Re-Entry here: https://njreentry.org/

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James E. McGreevey, born August 6, 1957, is an American politician with a story marked by both significant achievements. His career began with a steady rise through the ranks of New Jersey politics. After serving as an assistant prosecutor and executive director of the state Parole Board, he was elected to the New Jersey General Assembly in 1990. He then became Mayor of Woodbridge Township in 1991, a position he held for over a decade. During this time, he also served in the New Jersey Senate from 1994 to 1998.

McGreevey first ran for Governor of New Jersey in 1997 but lost to incumbent Christine Todd Whitman. Undeterred, he ran again in 2001 and won by a landslide, becoming the 52nd Governor of New Jersey in January 2002. His early tenure focused on fiscal responsibility, closing a substantial budget gap without raising taxes. He also prioritized job growth, education reform, and initiatives in healthcare and auto insurance. He set his resignation for November 15, 2004, after a public speech on August 12, 2004 publicly acknowledging his homosexuality

The years following his resignation saw McGreevey navigate the complexities of criminal justice reform through re-entry and has written about his experiences in his memoir, "The Confession."

Now, two decades after his exit from the political stage, McGreevey is seeking a return to public office with a 2025 bid for Mayor of Jersey City. His candidacy marks a new chapter in his complex and compelling story, one that continues to capture public attention.

Learn more about his Jersey City Mayoral Bid here: https://jim2025.com/

On Part 3 of the latest episode of the Jersey Justice Podcast, host Gerald Clark sits down with Allan Kanner of Kanner & Whiteley, L.L.C. a litigation boutique headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The discussion revolves around their experiences in navigating trial specifically Expert witness credibility and testimony as well as examining the pivotal role of Corporations and Big-Law and how they negatively influence Environmental Law and reform.

Topics include:

- The Role of Expert Witness in the Courtroom

- The importance of Cross-Examination and Voir Dire of Experts during Trial

- Ciba-Geigy Pollution Lawsuit in Toms River

- The role of PR Firms and Large Corporations in Environmental Law and Lawsuits

- Natural Resource Damage (NRD) claims and how they positively impact the environment

- The role of Big Law and its relationship between morals, justice, and wealth

- Courtroom Etiquette and the Social Aspect of a Civil Trial

- Allan Kanner's experiences while working with the Navajo Nation

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Learn more about Kanner here: https://www.kanner-law.com/professionals/allan-kanner/

On Part 2 of the latest episode of the Jersey Justice Podcast, host Gerald Clark sits down with Allan Kanner of Kanner & Whiteley, L.L.C. a litigation boutique headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The discussion revolves around their personal experiences, their approach to cases, and their thoughts on the changing legal landscape, particularly in the context of the digital age and the impact of Covid-19.

Topics include:

- The impact of technology on the legal profession

- The role of contingency lawyers in social justice

- The impact of cell phones and social media on society

- The importance of private law and jury trials

- The role of lobbying in the legal and political landscape

- The role of experts in legal proceedings

- The process and challenges of managing multi-state lawsuits

Watch and listen to more at jerseyjusticepodcast.com

On the latest episode of the Jersey Justice Podcast, host Gerald Clark sits down with Allan Kanner of Kanner & Whiteley, L.L.C. a litigation boutique headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kanner is a nationally recognized attorney specializing in environmental pollution cases, mass tort cases, and class action cases. The discussion revolves around Kanner's career trajectory, his experiences in handling high-profile cases, and his insights on the legal profession.

The discussion covers:

- Kanner's early years as a lawyer

- His experience working on the Cooper Tire class action case

- His upbringing and entry into law

- His work on the Three Mile Island case

- His thoughts on the role of regulatory agencies such as the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

- His views on the current state of the legal profession

Learn more about Kanner here: https://www.kanner-law.com/professionals/allan-kanner/

On PART THREE of the latest episode of Jersey Justice, attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris of the Clark Law Firm, PC finish their conversation with Barry T. Albin.

The discussion was centered around the function and importance of dissenting opinions in the justice system, the role of judges, and the impact of certain cases.

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On PART TWO on the latest episode of Jersey Justice, attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris of the Clark Law Firm, PC welcome retired New Jersey Justice Barry T. Albin

The session covers Justice Albin's journey from a prosecutor's office, to practicing at a law firm, and eventually to the Supreme Court. They also dive into the intricacies of lawmaking, trial advocacy, and the dynamics of the Supreme Court.

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PART ONE on the latest episode of Jersey Justice, attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris of the Clark Law Firm, PC welcome retired New Jersey Justice Barry T. Albin

The session covers Justice Albin's early life, education, career trajectory, and his views on various issues including past wars, the civil Rights, the state of America, and the justice system.

Justice Albin was nominated by Governor James E. McGreevey on July 10, 2002 to serve on the Supreme Court. He was confirmed by the Senate on September 12, 2002 and was sworn in as an Associate Justice by Chief Justice Deborah T. Poritz at a private ceremony on September 18, 2002. On October 3, 2002, he reaffirmed the oath of office in a public ceremony at the Trenton War Memorial. Justice Albin was confirmed by the Senate for a second term and tenure on June 22, 2009.

At the time of his nomination, Justice Albin was a partner in the Woodbridge law firm of Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer.

Justice Albin was born on July 7, 1952, in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Rutgers College in 1973. After graduating from Cornell Law School in 1976, he began his career as a Deputy Attorney General in the Appellate Section of the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. Justice Albin then served as an Assistant Prosecutor in Passaic and Middlesex counties from 1978 to 1982. He began his association with the Wilentz firm in 1982, and was named a partner in 1986.

Justice Albin is a past President of the New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (1999-2000) and served as a member of the New Jersey Supreme Court Criminal Practice Committee from 1987 to 1992. He was selected by his peers to be included in the publication "Best Lawyers in America" (2000-2001).

Justice Albin retired on July 7, 2022.

This is part three of the Jersey Justice Podcast episode featuring host attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris as they interview Chris Placitella.

- Discussion on high stakes litigation and the justice system.

- Conversation about the interplay between judges being appointed.

- Discussion on jury selection and its impact on the outcome of a trial.

- Conversation about the role of technology in the legal profession.

- Discussion on the proposal to build wind turbines off the Jersey shore.

Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxE8FVx3YNI&t

Learn more at jerseyjusticepodcast.com and clarklawnj.com

Christopher M. Placitella is a trial lawyer certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court with a nationwide reputation as one of the country’s leading authorities concerning mass torts, class actions, asbestos, defective products and environmental injuries. Chris has served as lead counsel in numerous landmark cases that have changed life in America for the better.

Chris has served as President of the New Jersey Association for Justice and in leadership for the American Association for Justice , The National Trial Lawyers Association, Trial Lawyers of New Jersey & the NJ Public Interest Law Center. Chris’s professional integrity and personal commitment to his clients and community have earned him local, regional and national recognition for his service.

Mr. Placitella’s cases have been reported in the national media by the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Reuters, Bloomberg, the Associated Press and the National Law Journal.