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Welcome back to “The Dirty Verdict,” where hosts Peter Taaffe and Bill Ogden delve into the intricacies of law with guests Herrick Sovany and Will Moye. This episode unpacks a series of intense legal battles, insightful legal strategies, and the personal sides of being involved in high-profile cases. Dive into discussions on topics ranging from Elon Musk’s deposition to controversies involving religious ceremonies and school bullying incidents.

Key Highlights:

Elon Musk’s Deposition: Dive into the controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s deposition handled by Bill’s colleague, revealing insights into the legal strategies and the courtroom dynamics involving high-profile lawyers.

Legal Strategies and Insights: Herrick Sovany discusses his approach to handling complex medical malpractice cases, sharing nuances of navigating tricky legal waters and the emotional impact of these cases on plaintiffs.

Astroworld Litigation: Explore the ongoing Astroworld litigation with Bill providing an insider look at the legal arguments, the challenges of handling mass tort cases, and the strategic decisions made in high-stakes litigation.

School Bullying and Legal Responses: The episode also covers a serious discussion on a school bullying case involving a peanut allergy, examining the school’s legal responsibilities and the implications of their actions post-incident.

Religious Branding Controversy: The podcast touches on a sensitive case of religious branding, highlighting the legal boundaries of religious practices and the intense emotional and physical impact on the victims involved.

Legal Ethics and Media Influence: The hosts and guests debate the ethical boundaries of legal practices influenced by media, discussing a case where media misidentification led to defamation lawsuits.

This episode of “The Dirty Verdict” not only provides a deep dive into the legal mechanics behind notable cases but also explores the ethical and personal dimensions of legal practice. Join us for an enlightening discussion that uncovers the complexities of law through the experiences of seasoned professionals.

Will Moye joined us last week for his second interview since switching from long time insurance defense lawyer to representing plaintiffs. After listening to the interview again, we felt that it was so interesting that we needed to give it its own episode. Listen in and you will see why.

Will takes us through his first jury trial as a plaintiff’s lawyer, in federal court in Pecos, Texas. The insurance company for the defense offered less than $10,000. Will and his team obtained a $1.5 million verdict for their client. With interest, the final judgment should be $1.9 million.

Join hosts Bill Ogden and Peter Taaffe as Will talks about –

* How he crafted his Stowers demand letter sent just before trial. And the most common reasons that a Stowers demand will be deficient – and how to fix it.

* The challenges to his case – large gaps in medical treatment and his client’s social media activity

* His advice to trial lawyers: Don’t be a Chris Darden and find your Mark Furhman – and how he found his.

* Tripping up the defendants on their own attorney-drafted affidavits and interrogatory answers.

* Dealing with unfavorable surveillance of his client and turning the tables on the defendant’s private investigator.

There is a ton of useful information for trial lawyers (on either side) and also those that are interested in how real jury trials work. We hope you enjoy it.

Join hosts Peter Taaffe and Bill Ogden, along with a panel of legal experts from Zehl Law Firm, as they dive into a recent significant legal case. This episode explores the intricacies of legal practice and verdicts, personal stories of the lawyers involved, and provides insights into the dynamics between different cities and law firms… Continue reading Episode 71 (audio revised) – Zehl Law Firm $37.5 Million Verdict

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