The practice of personal injury law is evolving rapidly. The sit-down, in-person meeting with a client to sign documents is no longer the default. Instead, when you get that call, you need to act fast and be able to meet the client wherever you need to, whether it is over text message, email, Zoom, or even at their house.

In this episode of Voices of NCAJ, host Amber Nimocks and seasoned personal injury attorney Meredith Hinton discuss the upcoming program "Learning from the PI Pros." This CLE, designed for personal injury lawyers at all stages of their career, is a comprehensive masterclass focusing on personal injury cases from start to finish. From initial investigation, to major injury cases, to prosecuting tractor trailer cases, and more, you won’t want to miss out. The CLE takes place on February 16, 2024 at the NCAJ headquarters in Raleigh and virtually. Register here.

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[01:45] Without Clients, We Don’t Have Anything: “Learning from the PI Pros” will discuss the advancements in the intake and initial investigation of PI cases to help attendees screen and secure clients.

[03:33] The Evolution of PI Practice: With the advent of video calls and electronic documents, PI attorneys can now reach clients where they are, though flexibility is still important, especially for clients who still want the traditional experience.

[05:07] …But Some Things Remain the Same: As much as the practice has changed, listening to your clients tell their stories will always be the key to building trust.

[06:36] How to Know if PI Is Right for You: All of the attorneys that succeed in the PI field care deeply about their clients and are passionate about making North Carolina a safer place and holding companies accountable.

[07:55] Learning from the PI Pros: The CLE panel is full of “PI Pros” who were fundamental in Meredith’s growth as an attorney in the PI practice, including Don Higley, David Stradley, Ann Ochsner, and more!

[09:37] Seeing For Yourself: For auto wreck cases, Michelle recommends going to see the car or tractor trailer involved, and scoping out the scene of the wreck to better understand the perspectives of all those involved.

[11:40] Defensive Driving: More Important Now than Ever: PI cases slowed down during the pandemic when people weren’t driving as much, but now there seem to be more wrecks than ever, including an increase in the number of cases involving distracted driving and road rage.

[13:00] Who Needs to be in the Audience?: Anyone who does personal injury law can benefit from the “Learning from the PI Pros” CLE, from those new to the practice to those with years of experience. With...