Championing Justice: A Personal Injury Podcast

What if you could test your case with hundreds of real jurors before ever stepping into a courtroom?In this episode of Championing Justice, trial attorney and host Darl Champion sits down with John Campbell, a former trial lawyer and law professor who now specializes in big data jury research. Join us as John explains how modern jury science is reshaping case valuation, trial strategy, and risk analysis… and why traditional focus groups may no longer be enough on their own.From leveraging real juror data to avoiding costly decision-making mistakes, this episode offers a practical look at how plaintiff lawyers can bring more precision and confidence into high-stakes cases.→ Learn more and contact John here: https://www.campbelllawllc.com/→ Focus with Fred: https://www.focuswithfred.com/→ JuryBall: https://www.juryball.com/Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

Billboard advertising has often carried a stigma in the personal injury world, especially among trial lawyers. In this episode of Championing Justice, attorney Darl Champion sits down with fellow trial lawyer Joel Williams to explore why and how he made the decision to advertise on billboards, and how he avoided turning his firm into a settlement mill.Join us for a candid conversation about the pressures facing modern PI firms: rising digital ad costs, illegal solicitation, brand saturation, and the challenge of staying top-of-mind without sacrificing service or trial readiness.→ Learn more and contact Joel here: https://gatrialattorney.com/joel-williams/ → WEHE’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WILLIAMSELLEBY Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept; it’s already reshaping how personal injury law firms operate. In this episode of Championing Justice, host Darl Champion sits down with plaintiff trial lawyer, author, and Best Era co-founder Ryan McKeen to unpack what AI really means for personal injury practices today and what’s coming next.→ Learn more about Ryan at McKeen Law LLC and Best Era→ Contact Ryan on Instagram or LinkedIn→ Listen to The Way with Best Era podcastWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion is joined by trial lawyer Jason Sheffield and actor-turned-communication coach Judson Vaughn, the team behind the JurisPerfect Performance Lab. Together, they share how trial lawyers can enhance their litigation presence by learning the art of performance, trust-building, and storytelling in the courtroom.→ Learn more about JurisPerfect here.→ Learn more about JudsonSquared here.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In the second half of our conversation with fellow Atlanta personal injury attorney Steve Litner, Darl and Steve continue their discussion of staffing a sustainable, people-first law firm.Steve explains how Litner + Deganian balances profitability with reasonable caseloads, emphasizing relationship-driven business development, meaningful bonus structures, and long-term growth over short-term volume. Don't forget to catch Part 1 of this two-part episode if you missed it last week!→  Learn more about Litner + Deganian here: https://www.litnerlaw.com→  Connect with Steve on LinkedInWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, Darl sits down with fellow Atlanta personal injury attorney Steve Litner to talk about what it really takes to start and grow a successful PI practice. Steve shares how he transitioned from a high-volume law firm to building his own practice, the one question he asks before making any hiring decision, and more in this two-part episode. →  Learn more about Litner + Deganian here: https://www.litnerlaw.com→  Connect with Steve on LinkedInWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

This month on Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion sits down with legal marketing radio expert and ROI 360+ founder Gary Sarner. Darl and Gary discuss radio strategy and community involvement, why building a memorable brand matters, and what it takes to stand out in a crowded industry, especially as major firms pour millions into advertising.→ Learn more about Gary and ROI 360+ here: https://roi360plus.com/→ Connect with Gary on LinkedInWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, Darl Champion interviews Josh Hodges—partner at Kruger & Hodges and the face behind The Hometown Lawyer. Josh shares how he’s built a powerful local brand using TikTok, food videos, and community features to market his personal injury firm in Hamilton, Ohio. Tune in as we explore how social media can be a genuine networking tool, what it means to “give more than you take,” and how to stay competitive without chasing every flashy trend. → Learn more about Josh and Kruger & Hodges here: https://thehometownlawyers.com→ Connect with Josh on LinkedInWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, Darl Champion interviews John Griffith of Griffith Law in Franklin, Tennessee, who went from working as an insurance adjuster to becoming a successful personal injury attorney. John shares personal stories that shaped his philosophy about helping injured people, insights into how insurance companies operate, strategies for efficiently managing personal injury cases, and predictions about the future of the legal industry.→ Learn more about John and Griffith Law here: https://www.griffithinjurylaw.com→ Connect with John on LinkedInWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of the Championing Justice podcast, personal injury attorney Darl Champion speaks with Delisi Friday, founder of First Call Friday and a well-known expert in legal marketing and attorney referral strategies. Join us for a conversation about the power of attorney referrals, how your firm can generate high-quality referrals, and the future of legal marketing.→ Learn more about Delisi Friday and connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delisifriday/→ Learn more about First Call Friday: https://firstcallfriday.comWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion sits down with lawyer-turned-legal-recruiter Steve Stone, who has spent more than 20 years placing hundreds of attorneys with law firms and counseling others on their career progression. Join us for a thoughtful discussion about compensating associate lawyers at your firm, how to attract the right lawyers to your practice, and more. → Learn more about Steve and Stone Search Partners here: https://stonesearchpartners.com/→ Contact Steve directly at [email protected] or on LinkedInWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury lawyers Darl Champion and Brian Glass discuss 2025 advice for attorneys and law firm owners. Join us for insights and recommendations into law firm management, goal setting, marketing strategies, and scaling for growth in the new year.→ Learn more about Brian here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fairfaxpersonalinjury/ Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion discusses strategies to succeed in legal marketing in highly competitive metro areas with Florida personal injury attorney Matthew Dolman.→ Learn more about Matt and his law firm here: https://www.dolmanlaw.comWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion sits down with Larry Bishay, a solicitor (lawyer) in Australia who also specializes in personal injury law. Join us for an interesting discussion of the similarities and differences of tort law in the United States and Australia.→ Learn more about Larry and his practice in Australia on the Reclaim Legal website or contact Larry on LinkedIn.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, Darl interviews Andrew Caple-Shaw, a seasoned trial consultant and managing partner at ACT of Communication. Andrew shares his unique journey of being an actor to becoming a lawyer and ultimately a trial consultant specializing in witness preparation.Join us for an interesting episode that shares insights into the intersection of acting and law, highlighting how emotional truth and authenticity can impact the outcome of a case.→ Get in touch with Andrew at [email protected]→ ACT of Communication websiteWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode, host and personal injury attorney Darl Champion is joined by Dax Lopez, former State Court of DeKalb County judge, now a plaintiff's attorney and mediator. Join us for a discussion of Dax's experience as a judge, his nomination to the federal bench, and his successful plaintiff's cases. Dax also offers advice to plaintiff's attorneys, emphasizing the importance of the discovery process, understanding the jurors’ perspective, and the power of narrative and telling your client’s story.→ Connect with Dax here.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, injury attorney Darl Champion talks with Alex Deaconson of DK Global about how visual tools can aid personal injury cases. Whether it’s a 3D animation of a car wreck, a 2D illustration of a surgical procedure, or an image of a bone fracture, visuals can help tell a story and hold jurors’ attention. → Connect with Alex here or call him at 909-747-0201Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, Darl is joined by fellow Champion Firm attorney Michael Denney. Michael shares valuable insights from his extensive background defending trucking cases and discusses the ways defense-side experience can inform how plaintiff’s firms approach trucking injury claims.→ Learn more about Michael or contact him on our website: Personal injury attorney, Michael DennyWatch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion and LegalFenix founder Ron Latz discuss legal marketing best practices, SEO misconceptions, and marketing advice law firm owners should ignore.Follow Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronlatz/ Learn more about LegalFenix here: https://legalfenix.com Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

Whether you’re a law firm owner or an associate attorney wanting to improve your effectiveness, this topic is for you. In this episode, Darl is joined by fellow Champion Firm attorney Andrienne McKay to discuss best practices and advice for utilizing associates in your law firm. Follow Andrienne on Instagram: @mckay_esq Check out the Elawvate podcast mentioned in this episode.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

You’re not still managing your cases on a spreadsheet or (worse) Word document are you? While such methods might be surprising to some attorneys, it’s all too common for lawyers to have no kind of formal case management software. In this episode of Championing Justice, host Darl Champion sits down with Joshua Lenon, Lawyer in Residence at Clio, to discuss case management software and how it can take your law firm to the next level.  Read Clio’s Legal Trends report here: clio.com/ltr.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

Have you ever wished you could increase the manpower behind your law firm? In this episode of Championing Justice, Darl sits down with legal virtual assistant expert Ethen Ostroff, owner of Attorney Assistant. Learn how law firms can use VAs to increase efficiency and streamline operations, all while working with your in-house team to get more accomplished for your clients. Reach Ethen at Attorney Assistant.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

2023 had no shortage of important personal injury cases. Now, as we look back on the year, personal injury attorney Darl Champion and trial and appellate lawyer Max Thelen discuss some of THE most important case rulings of 2023.You can also read more about many of these cases on https://georgiatortlaw.com.Learn more about Max here.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion sits down with fellow Atlanta injury attorney and focus group organizer Alex Hoffspiegel to discuss how plaintiff’s attorneys can run cost-effective focus groups. Should you run focus groups on every case going to trial? Can you run the group yourself in-house? Are remote focus groups more effective than in-person ones? Learn all this and more in this episode!Learn more about Alex’s law firm here. To contact Alex regarding his focus group services, you can call his office at (404) 760-8600.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

You might think that simply being a good lawyer is enough to make your law firm successful, but the truth is a bit more complex. Whether you think of your firm as a business or not, it is. And finances play a crucial role in helping any business or legal practice succeed. In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion sits down with legal financial consultant John Guzowski to discuss the most important finance advice every law firm should know. Learn more about John here, or email him directly at: [email protected] this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

If you want to win in court, you not only need to present a strong case for your client, but you also need to know how to get on the judge’s good side. In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion sits down with former judge-turned-mediator Hon. David P. Darden, Ret. to discuss his advice for trial and mediation success. Learn how to address trial challenges with the judge, ways to make your argument more effective, and strategies to use when asking for pain and suffering damages.Learn more about Judge Darden’s mediation services here.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

How you frame your case can have a huge impact on the outcome of a trial. In this episode of Championing Justice, personal injury attorney Darl Champion sits down with Jessica Brylo, a nationally recognized trial consultant who trained under David Ball and specializes in case framing, opening statement structuring, jury research, and witness preparation. Learn expert tips on framing cases for trial, focus group best practices, and how to structure your opening and closing statements. Learn more about Jessica’s trial consulting firm, Trial Dynamics.Get Jessica’s free guide on focus groups: Junk In, Junk Out.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, attorney Darl Champion is joined by Jim Christy, president of legal marketing agency Postali. Learn how to drive more leads for your law firm using SEO and digital marketing best practices as Darl and Jim discuss the competitive landscape of personal injury law, local search ads (LSAs), pay-per-click (PPC) ads, and what attorneys can expect from Google’s new Search Generative Experience (SGE) update.Learn more about Postali and the legal marketing services they offer at www.postali.com. Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this episode of Championing Justice, attorney Darl Champion is joined by Harry Plotkin, a nationally recognized trial consultant, to discuss the ins and outs of jury selection. Learn how experts predict who will make a good or bad juror, simple mistakes lawyers make in jury selection, and common misconceptions attorneys have about the jury selection process. Learn more about Harry and his consulting services at yournextjury.com.Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

In this inaugural episode of Championing Justice, host Darl Champion celebrates 9 years of running his personal injury law firm with a look back at the lessons he’s learned in that time. Hear the origin story of The Champion Firm, the major pain points and challenges Darl experienced, and his advice to other lawyers wanting to start their own practice. From structuring your attorneys' pay and bonuses to nailing down your legal marketing strategy and getting more leads, Darl breaks out the dos and don'ts you need to know to build a successful personal injury law firm. Watch this and other Championing Justice episodes on YouTube: Championing Justice video episodesAdditional Resources:Learn more about The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. here.Learn more about Georgia tort law cases and topics here.Follow Darl and The Champion Firm on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokDarl’s LinkedInDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!