Legal exposure isn’t just a concern for Fortune 500 companies—it’s a reality every business faces from day one. I’ve overseen the representation of clients in thousands of cases, and I’ve seen how even well-intentioned organizations can find themselves facing devastating lawsuits simply because they didn’t understand their vulnerabilities. Reducing legal exposure means identifying potential sources […]
The average Fortune 500 company spends nearly $115 million annually on litigation costs—a staggering 73% increase from just eight years prior. As someone who has overseen the representation of clients in thousands of cases, I’ve seen firsthand how organizations can either prevent costly litigation or inadvertently fuel it through their responses to complaints and conflicts. […]
When someone experiences trauma, their journey through the legal system can either provide healing and justice or cause additional harm. I’ve overseen the representation of traumatized clients in thousands of cases, and I’ve learned that the institutional response often causes more damage than the initial incident. This is why legal protection through trauma-informed care practices […]
When someone reports a problem in your organization, how you respond in those first moments can determine whether the situation escalates into costly litigation or transforms into an opportunity for healing and growth. I’ve overseen the representation of traumatized clients in thousands of cases, and I’ve learned that the institutional response often causes more damage […]
When someone comes to you with a complaint or report of wrongdoing, you’re at a critical crossroads. How you respond in those first moments can determine whether you’re facing a manageable situation or a costly legal battle that damages your organization’s reputation for years to come. I’ve overseen the representation of traumatized clients in thousands […]
When someone comes to you with a complaint, you’re standing at a critical crossroads. The way you respond in those first moments can either help heal or cause additional harm. I’ve overseen the representation of clients in thousands of cases, and I’ve learned that the institutional response often causes more damage than the initial incident. […]
When someone comes to you with a complaint or report of wrongdoing, you’re standing at a critical crossroads. How you respond in those first moments can either help someone heal or cause additional harm that reverberates for years. I’ve overseen the representation of traumatized clients in thousands of cases, and I’ve learned something crucial: the […]
I’ve overseen the representation of clients in thousands of cases, and I’ve learned something that might surprise you: most organizational damage doesn’t come from the initial problem—it comes from how leadership responds when someone tries to report that problem. When I tried to call a hotline to report an assault during my time at Harvard […]
I’ve overseen the representation of clients in thousands of cases, and I can tell you this: most of the legal disasters I see could have been prevented. Not through better lawyers or stronger contracts, but through proactive leadership that addresses problems before they explode into courtroom battles. The organizations that end up in my office […]
In recent years, trauma-informed care has become a focal point in healthcare, education, and social services. But trauma doesn’t just affect patients or students—it plays a critical role in workplace dynamics as well. When employees experience trauma, whether from workplace harassment, discrimination, or personal issues outside of work, their ability to report and navigate conflict […]
