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05/09/2026

AI-generated data is the new front in the battle of experts.

Defense counsel has shifted their strategy. They aren’t just questioning your expert’s conclusions anymore, they’re auditing the tools used to reach them. If your expert can’t explain the black-box algorithms behind their reconstruction or medical analysis, the testimony is at risk of being struck.

The solution is the Human Oversight Gold Standard. These top-tier experts manually verify every AI output, ensuring compliance with evolving court standards.

The reality? This level of scrutiny comes with a 20-30% premium.

Build the case your client deserves: not the one your budget limits. At HMR Servicing, we provide the financial firepower to hire "trap-proof" experts early. We cover the increased costs of compliance so you can focus on the jury.

Don’t let a budget constraint become a Daubert challenge.

Read our AI Trap blog: https://www.hmrservicing.com/resources/the-ai-trap-when-defense-counsel-starts-questioning-your-experts/

05/07/2026

The Wild West of AI in litigation just got a new sheriff and about 300 new rules.

If you’re practicing in Florida, Texas, or Pennsylvania, mandatory AI certifications are no longer just a suggestion; they're the standard. But the real trap isn't just the new paperwork. It’s the "End of Privilege."

The SDNY Heppner ruling earlier this year sent a shockwave through the industry: Your AI prompts may not be privileged.

Judge Rakoff made it clear: AI is not an attorney. If you’re using a public LLM to brainstorm defense strategy or summarize testimony without the right safeguards, you’re potentially handing the other side a discovery goldmine.

Defense counsel is already looking for ways to disqualify experts or toss filings based on AI misuse. Don't let a tool designed for convenience become your biggest liability.

Dive into our AI Trap blog to see how the landscape has changed and how to protect your work product.

Read the full breakdown: https://www.hmrservicing.com/resources/the-ai-trap-when-defense-counsel-starts-questioning-your-experts/

05/05/2026

The rules of engagement for depositions are shifting.

It used to be about scientific validity: now, it's about digital integrity.

In "The AI Trap Part 1: The Deposition Nightmare," we’re looking at a new defense tactic designed to catch experts off guard. Defense counsel isn't just questioning the medical facts anymore; they’re asking for your expert’s AI prompts.

If your expert used generative tools to summarize records or draft reports, they need to be prepared for a deep dive into their digital process. The focus has moved from "What are your findings?" to "How did the machine help you find them?"

In the high-stakes world of catastrophic injury litigation, the integrity of your expert's testimony is everything. Don't let a "Deposition Nightmare" derail a high-value case because of a single prompt.

Read more on the blog: https://www.hmrservicing.com/resources/the-ai-trap-when-defense-counsel-starts-questioning-your-experts/

02/24/2026

Trucking cases are front-loaded by nature. If experts aren’t involved early, the defense often defines the case before the plaintiff ever gets a chance to.

We're happy to compare notes if this has come up in your practice.

https://www.hmrservicing.com/resources/why-early-experts-and-case-investment-matter-more-than-ever-in-trucking-cases/

Trucking cases can be costly and intricate. Learn how to manage and strengthen your case effectively from the start.

02/17/2026

02/12/2026

In serious trucking cases, waiting is risky.
Electronic data, maintenance records, and witness memories don’t sit still while cases develop.

When key experts aren’t involved early, the defense often defines the case before the plaintiff ever gets the chance.

Trucking cases can be costly and intricate. Learn how to manage and strengthen your case effectively from the start.

02/05/2026

Our annual HMR After Dark party during The National Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami was EPIC this year! Cocktails, ci**rs, fire dancing, and more! Special thanks to ChartSquad, EvenUp Law, LawRank and Red Zone Consulting Services for joining us again this year! Check out all of the great photos and 360 videos!

January 27th 8-11pm after the opening party at the 2025 Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami Beach! Ci**rs, Cocktails, Appetizers and DJ Music!

01/29/2026

We had an amazing time at The National Trial Lawyers Summit this week. Our annual After Dark party was the best yet! Special thanks to LawRank, Red Zone Consulting Services, ChartSquad and EvenUp Law for hosting it with us! The picture gallery should be up next week but we already have the 360 photobooth videos on our website, check out the fun!

January 27th 8-11pm after the opening party at the 2025 Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami Beach! Ci**rs, Cocktails, Appetizers and DJ Music!

01/06/2026

The National Trial Lawyers' Trial Lawyers Summit is in 3 weeks and you know what that means - the Annual HMR After Dark party is in 3 weeks as well! Join us on Monday January 26th at the National Hotel just a 3 minute walk from the Loews! Come for an absolute blast, cocktails, appetizers and fresh rolled ci**rs!

LawRank ChartSquad EvenUp Law Red Zone Consulting Services

12/17/2025

Join Connectionology today for a great webinar!!! The last of the year is going to be amazing!

Get ready for our FINAL webinar of 2025!! ✨💻✨

We saved THE BEST for last!

John and Nancy Romano, plus our Connectionology® Team welcome you back for our final webinar of 2025 featuring Virginia Trial Lawyers, Sharif L. Gray, Esq. with Broughton Injury Law in Henrico, VA and our wonderful moderator, J. Penn Crawford, Esq. with The Johnston Injury Firm in Richmond, VA.

Register today for “What We’ve Forgotten from Three Trial Legends: Fine, Jamail & Levine” on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 3:00pm-4:30pm ET – Eastern Time.

In this inspiring webinar, you will learn about three of the greatest courtroom advocates in American history — Ralph Adam Fine, Joe Jamail and Moe Levine. They left us lessons that still apply to today’s trial lawyers. This webinar explores their contributions to trial work and how to apply their strategies to modern juries today.

Plaintiff Attorneys, Criminal Defense Attorneys and their Paralegals may all register for free and receive a confirmation with the log in instructions. No Defense firms are permitted.

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