The New Business of Personal Injury in North America

Part 3: JULY 22, 2026

12:00 to 1:00 PM ET

in association with

The business of personal injury law in North America is undergoing a profound transformation. From the rise of AI-powered tools to the rapid expansion of mass tort litigation, firms are being challenged to rethink how they operate, compete, and grow.

This four-part webinar series explores the forces reshaping the industry and what they mean for the future of personal injury practice. We’ll examine where the market is heading and share practical insights to position your firm for success in a competitive landscape.

Free to attend

CLE available in all US jurisdictions (pending review)
Program under consideration for CPD accreditation

Upcoming webinars in the series

Part 1: AI and a rapidly changing PI landscape | April 16, 2026 - 12:00 to 1:00 pm ET

Personal injury law is experiencing a period of significant transformation. Advances in AI and legal technology, evolving client expectations, and increasing competitive pressures are reshaping how PI firms operate, manage cases, and deliver value.

This webinar will examine the key trends reshaping the sector and highlight practical ways AI, data, and workflow automation are being used to streamline intake, accelerate document review, enhance case analysis, and drive smarter, more efficient firm operations.

Key drivers + trends reshaping the personal injury sector: AI adoption, shifting client expectations, rising costs, and increased market competition

Challenges + opportunities: Operational, financial, and talent pressures facing PI firms

AI in practice: Leveraging AI and automation to streamline intake, document review, evidence analysis, and case management

Smarter operations: Leveraging data, analytics, and workflow technology to improve efficiency, case strategy, and firm performance

Customer Success Manager, Supio

Head of Partnerships, Supio

Partner, Lerners

Director of Innovation, Lerners

Part 2: Exploring the evolving landscape of mass torts | May 14, 2026 - 12:00 to 1:00 pm ET

Shifting regulatory frameworks, technological innovation, and the growing complexity of mass tort litigation are transforming the practice of law across North America. As mass tort cases become increasingly sophisticated, law firms must adapt to evolving expectations around collecting and analyzing case and client data, litigation funding, and cross-jurisdictional coordination. This webinar highlights how these forces are reshaping the risks and opportunities for legal professionals navigating multi-plaintiff cases, and offers practical advice for staying competitive and compliant in a rapidly changing environment.

The current mass tort landscape: Key growth drivers, emerging case types, and forces accelerating expansion across jurisdictions
Core challenges: Handling large claimant volumes, proving causation at scale, and navigating multi-jurisdictional complexity
Technology transformation: Leveraging AI for claimant screening, medical record review, and high-volume intake management
Funding dynamics: The role of third-party funding in supporting complex cases and shaping case selection
Compliance + ethics: Ensuring proper handling of client data, and navigating regulatory requirements in multi-jurisdictional cases

Attorney, Childers, Schlueter & Smith

Litigation Paralegal, Childers, Schlueter & Smith

Director, Mass Torts, Supio

Part 3: To AI or Not To AI: The State of Play for Plaintiff Firms | July 22, 2026 - 12:00 to 1:00 pm et

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the legal landscape but the path forward remains unclear for many plaintiff firms. While some firms are actively deploying AI to improve efficiency, enhance case evaluation, streamline workflows, and support litigation strategy, others remain cautious due to concerns around accuracy, ethics, client confidentiality, professional responsibility obligations, and evolving regulatory expectations.

This timely discussion brings together leaders from top U.S. plaintiff firms to examine the current state of AI adoption. Our expert panelists will share real-world experiences and lessons learned, and they’ll discuss where AI is delivering value today, where challenges remain, and how firms can make informed and responsible decisions about AI adoption.

Whether your firm is exploring AI for the first time, actively evaluating potential use cases, or already using AI and looking to refine its approach, this program will provide practical guidance for attorneys on assessing opportunities, managing risks, measuring return on investment, and aligning AI strategies with evolving legal, ethical, professional, and operational requirements.

Drivers + trends in AI adoption for plaintiff firms: Emerging use cases, adoption trends, evolving expectations from courts, clients, and legal professionals, and the implications for attorney competence, professional responsibility, and law firm operations
AI in plaintiff practice: Practical applications across case intake, legal research, document review, discovery, litigation preparation, knowledge management, and client communications
Ethics and professional responsibility: Attorney competence in technology, supervision of AI-assisted legal work, confidentiality and privilege considerations, disclosure obligations, duties of candor to tribunals, bias and fairness concerns, and recent guidance from courts, regulators, and bar associations
Risk management and governance: Developing AI use policies, evaluating vendors, protecting client data, managing cybersecurity risks, and establishing appropriate oversight mechanisms for defensible governance frameworks consistent with professional responsibility obligations
An AI decision framework for firm leaders: A practical approach for attorneys evaluating AI adoption or recalibrating existing AI strategies, identifying risks, determining appropriate use cases, measuring ROI, and implementing responsible AI governance