In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Maine trial lawyer Meryl Poulin of Gideon Asen to break down a medical malpractice case that resulted in a $25 million verdict.Meryl shares her journey into medical malpractice law and the responsibility that comes with handling these cases. She recounts the story of Jazzy, a 15-year-old girl whose life was cut short after a missed diagnosis, and how that loss shaped the way the case was presented at trial.What could have been a highly technical case was approached with clarity and discipline. Meryl explains how she kept the focus on what mattered, helping the jury understand the failures in care without getting lost in medical complexity. She also discusses the role of expert testimony, the importance of preparation, and how to present a case involving a child in a way that builds connection while maintaining credibility.This episode offers a practical look at how thoughtful strategy and clear storytelling can shape the way a jury understands a case.In this episode, they discuss:• Simplifying a complex medical malpractice case for a jury • Presenting the story of a child without overcomplicating or overstating the case • The role of expert witnesses in establishing standard of care • Trial preparation in high-stakes medical malpractice cases • Keeping the jury focused on what matters most

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;em&gt;Best Practices with Kenny Berger&lt;/em&gt;, Kenny sits down with Maine trial lawyer Meryl Poulin of Gideon Asen to break down a medical malpractice case that resulted in a $25 million verdict.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Meryl shares her journey into medical malpractice law and the responsibility that comes with handling these cases. She recounts the story of Jazzy, a 15-year-old girl whose life was cut short after a missed diagnosis, and how that loss shaped the way the case was presented at trial.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What could have been a highly technical case was approached with clarity and discipline. Meryl explains how she kept the focus on what mattered, helping the jury understand the failures in care without getting lost in medical complexity. She also discusses the role of expert testimony, the importance of preparation, and how to present a case involving a child in a way that builds connection while maintaining credibility.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode offers a practical look at how thoughtful strategy and clear storytelling can shape the way a jury understands a case.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, they discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Simplifying a complex medical malpractice case for a jury&lt;br/&gt;• Presenting the story of a child without overcomplicating or overstating the case&lt;br/&gt;• The role of expert witnesses in establishing standard of care&lt;br/&gt;• Trial preparation in high-stakes medical malpractice cases&lt;br/&gt;• Keeping the jury focused on what matters most&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Maine trial lawyer Meryl Poulin of Gideon Asen to break down a medical malpractice case that resulted in a $25 million verdict. Meryl shares her journey into medical malpractice law and the responsibility that comes with handling these cases. She recounts the story of Jazzy, a 15-year-old girl whose life was cut short after a missed diagnosis, and how that loss shaped the way the case was presented at trial. What could ...

Simplifying a $25M Medical Malpractice Verdict | Attorney Meryl Poulin | S6 Ep. 7

Large verdicts rarely come from the injury alone.In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Indiana trial lawyer Brandon Yosha to break down a case that resulted in a $10 million verdict after a $5,000 offer at mediation.At first glance, this was not a high-value case:<ul><li>Limited medical bills</li><li>Liability eventually admitted</li><li>Defense focused on minimizing the injury</li></ul>But the result tells a different story.This is a conversation about what actually moved the jury and what did not. About where the value in a case really comes from. And about the work it takes to build a case that a jury can fully understand.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Large verdicts rarely come from the injury alone.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;em&gt;Best Practices with Kenny Berger&lt;/em&gt;, Kenny sits down with Indiana trial lawyer Brandon Yosha to break down a case that resulted in a $10 million verdict after a $5,000 offer at mediation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;At first glance, this was not a high-value case:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Limited medical bills&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liability eventually admitted&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Defense focused on minimizing the injury&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;But the result tells a different story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is a conversation about what actually moved the jury and what did not. About where the value in a case really comes from. And about the work it takes to build a case that a jury can fully understand.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Large verdicts rarely come from the injury alone. In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Indiana trial lawyer Brandon Yosha to break down a case that resulted in a $10 million verdict after a $5,000 offer at mediation. At first glance, this was not a high-value case: Limited medical billsLiability eventually admittedDefense focused on minimizing the injuryBut the result tells a different story. This is a conversation about what actually moved the jury and wh...

From $5,000 Offer to $10 Million Verdict: Proving Human Loss at Trial | Attorney Brandon Yosha | S6 Ep. 6

In this episode of Best Practices, Kenny Berger is joined by Wisconsin trial lawyer Michael Karp to discuss how focus groups are shaping the way he builds and tries cases. Michael shares how he went shifted his practice to a focused trial model built around understanding juror perspective. He breaks down how running focus groups early and often helps identify risk, refine case framing, and ultimately control the arguments that matter most at trial. The conversation also explores trial presentation, the importance of community, and how to build a sustainable practice without losing sight of what matters outside the courtroom. This episode offers a practical look at how to think like a juror and why that shift can change everything. In this episode, they discuss: • Running focus groups early to evaluate and shape cases • Identifying how you lose before deciding how to win • Using juror feedback to refine case framing and strategy • Structuring a practice around trial work instead of volume • Turning trial presentation into a conversation, not a performance • Building a sustainable practice while staying connected to family and purpose

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Best Practices, Kenny Berger is joined by Wisconsin trial lawyer Michael Karp to discuss how focus groups are shaping the way he builds and tries cases.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Michael shares how he went shifted his practice to a focused trial model built around understanding juror perspective. He breaks down how running focus groups early and often helps identify risk, refine case framing, and ultimately control the arguments that matter most at trial. The conversation also explores trial presentation, the importance of community, and how to build a sustainable practice without losing sight of what matters outside the courtroom.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This episode offers a practical look at how to think like a juror and why that shift can change everything.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;In this episode, they discuss:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;• Running focus groups early to evaluate and shape cases&lt;br/&gt;• Identifying how you lose before deciding how to win&lt;br/&gt;• Using juror feedback to refine case framing and strategy&lt;br/&gt;• Structuring a practice around trial work instead of volume&lt;br/&gt;• Turning trial presentation into a conversation, not a performance&lt;br/&gt;• Building a sustainable practice while staying connected to family and purpose&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of Best Practices, Kenny Berger is joined by Wisconsin trial lawyer Michael Karp to discuss how focus groups are shaping the way he builds and tries cases.  Michael shares how he went shifted his practice to a focused trial model built around understanding juror perspective. He breaks down how running focus groups early and often helps identify risk, refine case framing, and ultimately control the arguments that matter most at trial. The conversation also explores trial presen...

Using Focus Groups to Shape Trial Strategy | Attorney Michael Karp | S6 Ep. 5

In this episode of Best Practices, Kenny Berger is joined by guest host Chris Finney and trial lawyers Mary Simon and Tim Cronin of the Simon Law Firm to break down their recent $27.5 million verdict in a motorcycle collision case.Mary and Tim walk through the case from voir dire to verdict, explaining how they approached jury selection, handled sensitive issues at trial, and told a damages story that resonated with jurors. They also discuss how the defense’s trial strategy shaped the jury’s perception and how authenticity and preparation helped guide the case to a powerful result.This episode offers a practical look at the decisions that matter most when trying a case.In this episode, they discuss:• Identifying potential jury leaders during voir dire  • Addressing bias in a case involving a young defendant and a motorcycle rider  • Structuring a clear and focused opening statement  • Handling difficult cross-examination tactics at trial  • Presenting damages in a way jurors understandTune in to hear how Mary and Tim navigated key trial moments, earned the jury’s trust, and ultimately secured a $27.5 million verdict.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;em&gt;Best Practices&lt;/em&gt;, Kenny Berger is joined by guest host Chris Finney and trial lawyers Mary Simon and Tim Cronin of the Simon Law Firm to break down their recent &lt;b&gt;$27.5 million verdict&lt;/b&gt; in a motorcycle collision case.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mary and Tim walk through the case from &lt;b&gt;voir dire to verdict&lt;/b&gt;, explaining how they approached jury selection, handled sensitive issues at trial, and told a damages story that resonated with jurors. They also discuss how the defense’s trial strategy shaped the jury’s perception and how authenticity and preparation helped guide the case to a powerful result.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode offers a practical look at the decisions that matter most when trying a case.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In this episode, they discuss:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Identifying potential jury leaders during voir dire&lt;br/&gt; • Addressing bias in a case involving a young defendant and a motorcycle rider&lt;br/&gt; • Structuring a clear and focused opening statement&lt;br/&gt; • Handling difficult cross-examination tactics at trial&lt;br/&gt; • Presenting damages in a way jurors understand&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tune in to hear how Mary and Tim navigated key trial moments, earned the jury’s trust, and ultimately secured a $27.5 million verdict.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of Best Practices, Kenny Berger is joined by guest host Chris Finney and trial lawyers Mary Simon and Tim Cronin of the Simon Law Firm to break down their recent $27.5 million verdict in a motorcycle collision case. Mary and Tim walk through the case from voir dire to verdict, explaining how they approached jury selection, handled sensitive issues at trial, and told a damages story that resonated with jurors. They also discuss how the defense’s trial strategy shaped the jury’s...

From Voir Dire to Verdict: $27.5M Case Breakdown | Attorneys Mary Simon & Tim Cronin | S6 Ep. 4

In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Scott Frost to break down what it really takes to try a case outside your home state without stepping on the landmines that can cost you credibility or your verdict.From pro hac vice strategy to protecting a win on appeal, Scott shares the systems he uses to prepare, adapt, and safeguard the record when trying cases in unfamiliar jurisdictions.In this episode, they cover:<ul><li>Pro hac vice best practices and avoiding preventable mistakes</li><li>Why strong local counsel is worth the fee split</li><li>Mastering local rules before you step into the courtroom</li><li>Building rapport with court staff before trial begins</li><li>Using trial briefs and offers of proof to protect the record</li><li>Closing strategy when you are not from the jurisdiction</li></ul>If you’re trying cases across state lines, this episode is a practical guide to winning the trial and keeping the verdict.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;em&gt;Best Practices with Kenny Berger&lt;/em&gt;, Kenny sits down with Scott Frost to break down what it really takes to try a case outside your home state without stepping on the landmines that can cost you credibility or your verdict.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From pro hac vice strategy to protecting a win on appeal, Scott shares the systems he uses to prepare, adapt, and safeguard the record when trying cases in unfamiliar jurisdictions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In this episode, they cover:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pro hac vice best practices and avoiding preventable mistakes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why strong local counsel is worth the fee split&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mastering local rules before you step into the courtroom&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building rapport with court staff before trial begins&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Using trial briefs and offers of proof to protect the record&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Closing strategy when you are not from the jurisdiction&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re trying cases across state lines, this episode is a practical guide to winning the trial and keeping the verdict.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Scott Frost to break down what it really takes to try a case outside your home state without stepping on the landmines that can cost you credibility or your verdict. From pro hac vice strategy to protecting a win on appeal, Scott shares the systems he uses to prepare, adapt, and safeguard the record when trying cases in unfamiliar jurisdictions. In this episode, they cover: Pro hac vice best practices and avoiding preve...

Trying Cases Outside Your Home State | Attorney Scott Frost | S6 Ep. 3

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