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Harry Rothenberg

Harry Rothenberg, Esq., a partner at The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP and magna cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School, is best known for his successes in the courtroom on behalf of victims of catastrophic injury. His firm is one of the leading personal injury law firms in the United States. Harry is equally passionate about speaking on Jewish topics. A sought-after lecturer for his crowd-pleasing talks, his favorite project is this popular weekly video blog about Jewish holidays and the Torah portion of the week.
 


 

Who Is Watching Us?

Our everyday actions can inspire others.

 

Sleep With One Eye Open

Antisemitism can appear anywhere, at anytime.

 

An Unexpected Guest

You never know who might show up to a class.

 

The Long Ride

Don’t regret a good deed after doing it.

 

In Your Eye, Adolf

Greetings from Berlin.

 

The Wedding Singer

Sharing a lesson from my son and daughter-in-law’s wedding last night.

 

LOL

Why does the Torah use the same verb to describe Abraham’s laughter of joy and Sarah’s laughter of disbelief?

 

Mister Miracle

G-d performed an open miracle to save Abraham in his youth. So why isn’t the story included in the Torah?

 

Hostage Release

We are our brothers’ keepers.

 

The Check Up

A great story in honor of the Sukkot holiday.

 

NOT Guilty: Yom Kippur

A judge made a big mistake in a recent murder trial.

 

The Base Stealer

Let’s run through the stereotypes.

 

Reward and Punishment

An unusual choice teaches us important lessons.

 

Sensitivity Training

A lesson and a story about sensitivity to others. 

 

Did the Yankees Draft an Antisemite?

Introducing shortstop Core Jackson.

 

Pat Yourself on the Back

Can we take credit for our successes?

 

Pat Yourself on the Back

Can we take credit for our successes?

 

If Appropriate

Be careful what you pray for….

 

The Rooster’s Comb: Tisha B’Av

Let it go.

 

The Highwayman

Be a hero.

 

How Bad Do You Want It?

How powerful is the force of will?

 

How ‘Bout Them Apples?

A story. And a lesson.

 

Connect the Dots

Thank the IDF. And its not-so-secret benefactor.

 

Spycraft

Did the Mossad have extra help during Operation Rising Lion?

 

The Unlikely Prophets

What are we asked when we get to Heaven?

 

No, You First

A lesson in sensitivity.

 

Light Up the Night: Shavuot

Introducing the angel of light.

 

It’s Up to You

Why does G-d permit certain things that we should not do?

 

En Fuego: Lag Ba’Omer

Why do we light bonfires on Lag Ba’Omer?

 

The Strike Zone

A change in Major League Baseball leads to an interesting result, and a lesson.

 

Flush the Losh

Words are more powerful than we realize.

 

Ask first...

Do you have your Rabbi on speed dial?

 

Is Your Rabbi on Speed Dial?

Do you have your Rabbi on speed dial?

 

Too Much Information?: Passover

Why does the Haggadah mention that Abraham’s father was an idol worshipper?

 

Rich Man, Poor Man

Why is wealth dangerous?

 

Balancing the Books

Who provided financial oversight over the the donations Moses collected for the Tabernacle?

 

Too Much Time On My Hands

Got any free time?

 

The Forgotten Hostage: Purim

If we start doubting G-d, our enemies win.

 

Light Up Your Life

Torah study is for everyone.

 

Danger Zone

What is the greatest threat to the Jewish people?

 

Learn or Lose

Jalen Hurts’ Super Bowl teachable moment.

 

Never Too Late

A sincere prayer is always heard.

 

Hostage Release

A time for mourning and a time for joy.

 

Gratitude

We have so many opportunities to say thank you.

 

Do We Want To Be Great?

Our choices can change our lives.

 

No Words

Jacob’s master class in self-restraint.

 

What If?

A lesson from Saquon Barkley’s historic season.

 

Not Me

 

Fake News

 

The Haunted Hotel

What is it like to spend a night in the former headquarters of Hitler Youth?

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