Strategic Justice in Action

Representing Governments, Unions & Funds: Litigation with Public Purpose

Episode Summary: 
In this compelling episode, David Senoff reveals the unique dynamics of litigating for institutional clients like counties and union funds, where taxpayer and member dollars fuel fights for reimbursement, future coverage, and systemic change. The conversation debunks myths, explores success beyond settlements, and highlights expert coordination to safeguard public health and benefits.
Key Timestamps:  
00:01 - Show Introduction  
00:30 - Taxpayer/Dues Money at Stake  
01:30 - Success = Future Coverage Orders  
02:30 - Settlements Trade $ for Behavior Change  
03:30 - Clients Drive Cases, Not Lawyers  
04:30 - United Front Post-Filing Jockeying  
05:30 - Prep: Privilege + Truth = Credibility  
06:30 - Expert Village: Health to Stats  
07:30 - Resist Early Offers → Policy Wins  
08:30 - Litigation Speeds Stalled Reform  
09:30 - Closing & Call to Action  
About the Show:  
"Strategic Justice in Action" arms policyholders and plaintiff firms with litigation-grade intel on insurance bad faith, appellate wins, and public-policy fights. David Senoff, founder of First Law Strategy Group, turns three decades of courtroom victories into strategies that force insurers to pay what they owe. 

Public Policy Litigation: Turning One Case into Systemic Change

Episode Summary: 
In this impactful episode, David Senoff examines public policy lawsuits that challenge corporate and government actions, from mass torts like Roundup and opioids to scandals like Kids for Cash. The discussion reveals strategic adaptations for broader impact, multi-jurisdiction coordination, evidence from internal records, and balancing passion with precision to achieve lasting systemic change.
Key Timestamps:  
00:01 - Show Introduction  
00:30 - Mass Torts vs. Govt (Roundup, Kids for Cash)  
01:30 - Strategy: Same Case + Policy Lens  
02:30 - Counties Sue When Aid Fails  
03:30 - MDL/State Coordination  
04:30 - Passion vs. Precision (Kids for Cash)  
05:30 - Best Evidence: Defendant Docs/Emails  
06:30 - Media = Reform Fuel (Use Pros)  
07:30 - Kids for Cash Reforms: Elections + Policy  
08:30 - Closing & Call to Action  
About the Show:  
"Strategic Justice in Action" arms policyholders and plaintiff firms with litigation-grade intel on insurance bad faith, appellate wins, and public-policy fights. David Senoff, founder of First Law Strategy Group, turns three decades of courtroom victories into strategies that force insurers to pay what they owe. 

The Legal Rules That Shape Campaigns, Elections, and PACs

Episode Summary: 
In this timely episode, David Senoff unpacks the diverse legal landscape of campaigns and elections, covering ballot qualification, finance rules, libel risks, and post-election disputes. The discussion highlights state vs. federal differences, common compliance pitfalls, and proactive strategies for candidates, PACs, and parties to avoid fines and scrutiny.
Key Timestamps:  
00:01 - Show Introduction  
00:30 - Election Law Scope: Ballot to Recounts  
01:30 - PA: Unlimited (No Corps); PACs Report  
02:30 - Nonprofits: GOTV Only; IEs No Coordination  
03:30 - Fed vs. State Limits Confusion  
04:30 - Dual Filing: FEC + State/County  
05:30 - Complaints → Late Filing Fines → Scrutiny  
06:30 - Hire Finance Dir + Compliance Firm  
07:30 - “Paid By” Mailers; Injunctions  
08:30 - Incorporate Campaign; Libel Insurance  
09:30 - Closing & Call to Action  
 
About the Show:  
"Strategic Justice in Action" arms policyholders and plaintiff firms with litigation-grade intel on insurance bad faith, appellate wins, and public-policy fights. David Senoff, founder of First Law Strategy Group, turns three decades of courtroom victories into strategies that force insurers to pay what they owe. 

Insurance Bad Faith Exposed: Deny, Delay, Defend

Episode Summary:  
In this essential episode, David Senoff defines insurance bad faith and reveals the tactics companies use to deny valid claims, from endless paperwork to abandoning policyholders in lawsuits. The conversation explores remedies like punitive damages, when lowball offers cross the line, and immediate steps for individuals or firms facing wrongful denials.
Key Timestamps:  
00:01 - Show Introduction  
00:30 - Bad Faith = Knowing Denial  
01:30 - First-Party: Deny-Delay Paper Chase  
02:30 - Third-Party: Abandon in Lawsuits  
03:30 - PA Remedies: Claim + Interest + Fees + Punitives  
04:30 - Lowball = Sometimes Negotiation, Sometimes Bad Faith  
05:30 - Group Plans: One Denial Hits Thousands  
06:30 - Damages Math: $10K → $60K+  
07:30 - Bring Bad-Faith Counsel Early  
08:30 - Med-Mal + Insurance Overlay  
09:30 - Action Step: Document Denials in Writing  
10:30 - Closing & Call to Action  
 
About the Show:  
"Strategic Justice in Action" arms policyholders and plaintiff firms with litigation-grade intel on insurance bad faith, appellate wins, and public-policy fights. David Senoff, founder of First Law Strategy Group, turns three decades of courtroom victories into strategies that force insurers to pay what they owe. 

The Most Common Ways Insurance Companies Act in Bad Faith After a Claim

Episode Summary
In this episode of Strategic Justice in Action, David Senoff breaks down the complex issue of insurance bad faith. With nearly three decades of experience in appellate advocacy, insurance disputes, and public policy litigation, David explains what legally constitutes bad faith, the tactics insurers use, and what remedies policyholders can pursue when an insurer acts unreasonably.
What You Will Learn in This Episode
The legal definition of insurance bad faith
Common tactics insurers use to delay or deny claims
How excessive paperwork requests and lowball offers may signal bad faith
What remedies are available to policyholders under Pennsylvania law
The role of punitive damages in deterring insurer misconduct
How bad faith impacts not just individuals but unions, health funds, and large employers
When trial lawyers should bring in specialized bad faith counsel
Key Timestamps
00:01:00 – What insurance bad faith really means00:02:30 – Common denial tactics and warning signs to watch for00:05:00 – Pennsylvania’s statute protecting policyholders and available remedies00:07:30 – Understanding punitive damages and how they’re calculated00:10:00 – How low settlement offers can signal insurer bad faith00:12:00 – The broader impact of bad faith on unions, health funds, and institutions00:14:00 – When trial lawyers should involve bad faith counsel00:15:00 – Practical advice for policyholders suspecting bad faith
About The Show
Strategic Justice in Action is a podcast that explores how litigation and appeals shape justice, public policy, and everyday lives. Hosted by appellate attorney David Senoff, Founder of First Law Strategy Group, the show highlights high-stakes cases in insurance bad faith, class actions, campaign and election law, and systemic litigation against corporate or government misconduct. Each episode breaks down complex legal strategies into clear insights—helping attorneys, institutions, and the public understand not only how cases are won, but how they change the law itself.

What Really Happens During an Appeal (and How It Can Reverse a Case)

Episode Summary
In this episode of Strategic Justice in Action, David Senoff breaks down the appeal process and explains why it is completely different from a trial. With nearly three decades of experience in appellate advocacy, David shares how appeals work, when to involve appellate counsel, and how an appeal can even change the outcome of a case.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The key differences between a trial and an appeal
Why cases are commonly appealed
When to bring in appellate counsel for the best results
How briefs and oral arguments shape appellate outcomes
The importance of clarity, precision, and timing in appeals
How appeals can impact not only a single case but future legal interpretations
Key Timestamps
00:45 – How appeals differ from trials02:30 – Why cases are appealed04:50 – The right time to bring in appellate counsel06:10 – What makes an appellate brief persuasive08:40 – The role of oral arguments in appeals11:25 – How appellate rulings shape future legal interpretations13:50 – A real case example that went to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court15:30 – Avoiding waiver traps in appellate procedure17:45 – Final thoughts on safeguarding appellate issues
Show Description
Appeals are not just “trials on paper.” They require a completely different strategy, focus, and skill set. In this episode, David Senoff explains how appeals work, why they matter, and how they can sometimes change not only the result of a case but the direction of the law itself.