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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Can the energy giants be held responsible for extreme weather?- The Atlantic “Some extreme weather events are difficult to accurately link to human-made climate harm, but not the heat catastrophe that struck Multnomah County in 2021. The article makes clear that case is scientifically sound.”

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Proud to share that THE BAY is out now. A survival thriller from writer-director Phil Volken, starring Francesca Eastwood, Dani Oliveros, Alexander Wraith and Ta'imua. Two best friends travel to Thailand for a destination wedding. A routine boat tour turns into something else entirely —

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When their tour boat sinks in a shark sanctuary, two best friends must fight for survival to escape the shark-infested waters.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

In this episode we sit down with Chris McGreal to discuss opioid sales reprt.They weren't doctors.They weren't scientists.They had no medical training whatsoever.They were hard charging 20somethings fresh out of college and they were paid on commission based on how many opioids they sold.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Five years ago, a deadly heat dome struck America’s Pacific Northwest. In Portland, Oregon, the extreme heat event killed at least 69 people and destroyed millions of dollars in property and infrastructure. In the aftermath,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Early in a legal career, the drive to prove yourself can overshadow everything — every case is a chance to sharpen skills, showcase talent, and win. But with time comes a sobering realization: to do what trial lawyers do best, someone else must lose.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The success or failure of mass tort litigation often hinges on the presence of key public factors—chief among them, widespread moral outrage. This distinction helps explain why litigation over clergy sex abuse in the 1980s through early 2000s saw impactful outcomes,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Climate change is not just an environmental issue — it’s a driver of human displacement. As rising temperatures dry out soil and devastate crop yields, food security collapses, especially in vulnerable agrarian economies across Central America.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Women undergoing mastectomies are being told they shouldn’t experience pain — and handed Tylenol. Amputees face similar dismissals. But perhaps the cruelest injustice unfolding now involves children. Just two weeks ago, a three-year-old at a Nebraska transplant center had multiple organs removed,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

We expose the financial exploitation surrounding insulin pricing. For years, insulin that cost manufacturers $65–$80 was sold for $200, while Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), who produce nothing, extracted $130 in profit.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Let’s start calling it what it truly is — a fentanyl poisoning crisis. In one devastating case, a young man suffering from untreated post-surgical pain turned to social media in desperation. Believing he was buying a Percocet,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Healthcare providers, lawmakers, and community members may disagree on how to define the crisis — whether it’s the opioid epidemic, the fentanyl epidemic, or the widespread issue of untreated pain. But civil discourse, like the kind happening here, is essential for building understanding.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

We explore the systemic barriers many patients face when seeking addiction treatment under employer-sponsored insurance plans governed by ERISA. These plans often deny claims regardless of medical necessity, leaving patients dependent on physicians to advocate on their behalf.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

When someone is living with intractable pain, their world becomes unbearably small. Pain isolates — it disconnects individuals from their families, their work, their joy, and their identity.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

We witness the profound strength of a parent finding purpose through unimaginable loss. Though Hunter’s life was cut short, his story continues to inspire and save others. Eighteen months later, his impact endures — strangers still reach out, moved by his legacy.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

When is suspicion enough? @CourtTV In a powerful moment, a grandfather challenges authorities as his granddaughter is taken away: “What evidence do you have?” The reply: “She’s the only one who could’ve done this.” But is this truly enough for a conviction?

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Tort reform, despite its name, often works against the very individuals the civil justice system was built to protect. Rooted in English common law, the tort system was designed to ensure that when someone is harmed—whether by negligence, products, or systemic failures—

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

We highlight a significant legislative victory in the fight against fentanyl. Through the advocacy of Millie Mattered, Louisiana enacted Millie’s Law — imposing tougher criminal penalties on fentanyl dealers and legalizing fentanyl test strips to help prevent accidental overdoses.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

The U.S. Constitution calls for a progressive tax system — yet in reality, our tax structure has grown increasingly regressive. It’s indefensible that billionaires can pay a lower percentage of their income, or even fewer total tax dollars, than their secretaries or their children’s teachers.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Musician Jason DeFore, known as Jelly Roll, delivers a sobering testimony on the scale of the overdose crisis. Every five minutes, another American dies from a drug overdose — with nearly 72% of those deaths linked to fentanyl. To illustrate the magnitude

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

We examine the unprecedented danger of fentanyl contaminating the illicit drug supply. What was once a survivable mistake is now a fatal one — fentanyl is being found in ecstasy, cocaine, THC products, and even vape cartridges. Today, one single use can result in death, leaving no margin for error.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

We examine the troubling industry practices surrounding insurance claim denials for advanced medical treatments like proton radiation. Despite the marginal cost difference, insurers prioritize setting precedents to limit coverage,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

We discuss the heartbreaking reality of counterfeit pills. Millie thought she was taking a simple prescription pill for a headache — but it was laced with fentanyl. She wasn’t struggling with addiction. She was simply unaware. One counterfeit pill cost her life.#ConsumerProtection

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Claudia Merandi advocates for accessible alternatives in pain management, like massage therapy, arguing they should be free for patients in need. 💆‍♀️✨

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

"An 88-year-old doctor was just released from prison on compassionate grounds after being incarcerated at 86 for prescribing opioids—highlighting the alarming trend of targeting medical professionals.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Congratulations to Jeffrey B. Simon Named among D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas 2025, Jeffrey continues to champion justice for those harmed by corporate negligence.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

"We’ve destabilized pain patients across the board,"" Claudia Merandi reveals in this eye-opening clip. From elderly individuals once stable on pain medication to essential workers like #electricians #plumbers #police officers,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Hayim Nissim Cohen, once seen as an Orthodox Jewish rabbi on TikTok, claimed to be saving Jewish children by adopting nine boys. However, Texas prosecutors have revealed a dark truth, leading to his conviction for child abuse.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Honored to return to my alma mater, the University of Texas School of Law, to speak on a topic that demands urgent attention: the devastating impact of forced arbitration on everyday Americans. A huge thank you to @texasplaintiffs — the passionate and powerful student group known as PALS

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

In the fight for justice, we must not only defend the rights of individuals but also protect the foundational principles of our Constitution.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

This #NationalAsbestosAwarenessWeek (April 1-7), we’re highlighting Linda Reinstein’s advocacy work to raise awareness and banning asbestos. Tune into our episode where Reinstein shares her powerful journey. 🔗 youtu.be/6PhSO33wwbk?... #2025GAAW #AsbestosAwareness #LindaReinstein #Advocacy

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

A must-listen for anyone invested in public health and advocacy. 🎧 Linda Reinstein’s relentless fight to ban asbestos is changing the lives of countless victims. Tune in now to hear her story and learn how you can help. 🔗 youtu.be/6PhSO33wwbk?... #2025GAAW #PublicHealth #AsbestosBan #ADAO #Podcast

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Hundreds of thousands of Americans have perished from preventable asbestos-related diseases since 1989, with an estimated 40,000 deaths annually. Shockingly, many cases go unreported or misdiagnosed, leaving countless victims unaccounted for.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

How did the Don't Punish Pain Rally begin? 💪 Listen as Claudia Merandi shares the powerful story behind this movement advocating for chronic pain patients and standing against unjust treatment. 🎙️✨ 🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms. #PainAdvocacy #DontPunishPain #ChronicPainAwareness

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

💬 The future of pain management looks grim unless major changes happen at the federal level. On the second part of Outside Counsel's deep dive into pain patient advocacy, advocate Claudia Merandi joins Jeffrey B. Simon to discuss

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Pain patient studies are often half-done or abandoned—leaving us with incomplete data and patients without answers. On this episode of Outside Counsel, Claudia Merandi highlights the gaps in research that are failing pain patients and holding back progress on effective treatments.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

While the U.S. remains politically divided about whether publicly humiliating Zelenskyy and abandoning Ukraine was great or awful, there’s unanimity in Russia that it was awesome. That’s because Putin will be greatly empowered and he will jail and/or kill all domestic dissenters.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

💬The role of insurance companies in pain patient management? It’s a mess—and patients are paying the price. 🎙️ Don’t miss this candid conversation about what needs to change to support patients and protect lives. 🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

"We’re at the lowest level of opioid prescribing in American history, yet overdoses continue to rise. Maybe it’s time to rethink why." On this episode of Outside Counsel, Claudia Merandi shares a fresh perspective on the opioid crisis,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

The fight against Big Oil is a fight for our future. Jeffrey B. Simon highlights the urgent need to combat extreme heat events and protect our planet. The time to act is NOW. Find the full interview at @miamilivingmagazine #ClimateAction #Sustainability #BigOil #JeffreyBSimon #MiamiLivingMagazine

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

🎙️ ""He thought he was getting Percocet... but it was laced with fentanyl. He overdosed and never came home."" 💔 On this special two-part episode of Outside Counsel, pain advocate Claudia Merandi shares the devastating story of a young man failed by the system —

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

🎙️ "No matter where you stand on America’s crises, we can all agree—our healthcare system needs serious reform." In this heartfelt moment on the latest episode Outside Counsel, Jeffrey B. Simon commendsadvocate & activist Claudia Merandi for her tireless advocacy for pain patients and their rights.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

The disasters we witness today stem from human-driven climate change. As wildfires engulf California, communities are seeking justice in the courts, holding Big Oil responsible for its impact on the climate.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

With Trump’s policy promises rolling in, the stage is set for a wave of climate litigation . Legal experts are gearing up for what could be a defining moment in environmental law. Dive into the details here: @bloomberglaw.com #ClimateLitigation #EnvironmentalLaw #TrumpPolicy #Sustainability

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

On the second instalment of our two-part conversation about pain patient advocacy, our guest Claudia Merandi dives into the crucial role legislators, lawyers, and insurance companies should play in pain advocacy and how their shortcomings are impacting lives.

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Outside Counsel just released a powerful two-part episode featuring Claudia Merandi, discussing pain management and patient rights! Tune in now to hear Claudia’s journey, her fight for better pain care, and the critical issues facing patients today. This is a conversation you DON’T want to miss!

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

On this two-part episode of Outside Counsel, we shed light on the issues relating to pain management and access to care in the United States. Jeffrey is joined by Claudia Merandi, founder of The Doctor Patient Forum and the national Don’t Punish Pain Rally Organization,

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Jeffrey B. Simon @jeffreybsimon.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Audrii Cunningham, 11, was found dead in February of 2024 in Livingston, Texas. Police arrested Don Steven McDougal, a man who had been living on her family’s property, for her murder. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the disturbing case with Texas attorney Jeffrey B. Simon.

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