Trial Lawyer Tales

In this series of podcasts, Feldman Shepherd attorneys and guests “pull back the curtain” on the high-stakes world of catastrophic personal injury litigation. These podcasts cover a wide range of topics including notable cases, techniques and skills for all phases of litigation and trial, the latest developments in the law, and tips for surviving (and thriving) as an attorney. And yes, expect to hear amusing stories, as only a trial lawyer can tell them.

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Episodes

Inclined Sleepers: The Hidden Danger in Your Nursery

Feldman Shepherd product liability attorneys Alan M. Feldman, Daniel J. Mann and Edward S. Goldis discuss the dangers of inclined infant sleepers and why reports of 73 infant deaths and more than 1,000 incidents were allowed to mount for 14 years at the Consumer Product Safety Commission before the CPSC warned consumers and manufacturers finally began recalling these products.

Jul 31, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Boeing’s 737 MAX: A Crisis in Safety - Part 1

Aviation attorney/licensed pilot G. Scott Vezina explains the history of Boeing’s 737 MAX and takes listeners “inside the cockpit” to understand why the plane crashed twice, killing hundreds of people, before aviation authorities worldwide grounded it.

Feb 13, 2020•25 min

Building Your Professional Network for Young Lawyers

No young attorney has ever died from networking, but many have felt extraordinarily uncomfortable. From business lunches, to Thanksgiving gifts, to surviving (and thriving) in a room full of strangers, Bethany and JP share their true stories and sound advice on how to build a professional network — and why it’s worth the effort.

Feb 04, 2020•1 hr 17 min

Surviving and Thriving: Tips for Young Lawyers

From writing briefs, to dealing with your expert witness who drops the F-bomb, to going heard-to-head with more experienced lawyers, Feldman Shepherd attorneys Bethany R. Nikitenko and James P. Faunes share their tips, strategies and survival techniques for young lawyers. And yes, a few funny stories.

Dec 24, 2019•59 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Deadly Dresser Tip-Overs

Feldman Shepherd product liability attorneys Alan M. Feldman, Daniel J. Mann and Edward S. Goldis discuss why dresser tip-overs occur, how tip-overs can be prevented and the legal remedies available. They are joined by former Feldman Shepherd clients Crystal Ellis and Janet McGee who each lost a child to an IKEA dresser tip-over accident. Crystal and Janet share their personal experiences with furniture tip-overs and how they channeled their grief into a mission to promote safety....

Dec 10, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1