Mass Tort Lessons from the UPS Workplace Shooting Trial ft. Kevin Morrison Part I | Coopers' Code

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Episode Timestamps 00:00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Kevin Morrison. 00:01:36 - Kevin discusses his early interest in law influenced by childhood experiences. 00:02:33 - The importance of following your passion in choosing a career. 00:03:53 - Kevin's transition from the East Coast to the West Coast for law school. 00:04:52 - Personal story about being adopted and reconnecting with birth parents. 00:06:29 - Involvement with the Catholic faith and St. Thomas More Society. 00:07:17 - Discussion about the St. Thomas More Society and its activities. 00:08:13 - Kevin’s experience in law school and the job market in 1992. 00:09:12 - Early career in workers' compensation defense and transition to plaintiff's work. 00:10:13 - The influence of prominent plaintiff’s lawyers on Kevin’s career. 00:12:11 - Bread and butter cases: ironworker and construction site injuries. 00:13:35 - Role of investigators in documenting construction site injury cases. 00:15:00 - Challenges of gathering evidence in pre-digital times. 00:16:11 - Mentoring experience at Stanley J. Bell’s law firm. 00:19:15 - First trial experience and inheriting mentor's caseload. 00:20:02 - Trying cases alone without paralegal support. 00:21:24 - Importance of treating people with respect in trial. 00:22:23 - Evolution of mediation and alternative dispute resolution. 00:24:28 - Challenges in direct negotiation and the impact of ADR. 00:25:47 - Kevin’s role in the American Board of Trial Advocates and civility in law. 00:28:51 - Working with Stan Bell and adopting various legal styles. 00:29:51 - Importance of being authentic and true to oneself in trial. 00:32:45 - Mentoring younger lawyers and preparing for critical depositions. 00:34:06 - Depositions as trial preparation and using video clips effectively. 00:36:54 - Handling trial technology and the importance of professional support. 00:39:02 - Transition from Stanley J. Bell’s firm to Jones Clifford. 00:40:41 - Balancing a demanding career with raising a young family. 00:42:07 - Number of trials per year and impact of ADR on trial practice. 00:44:27 - The role of a supportive spouse in career success. 00:44:55 - Conclusion and announcement for part two of the interview.