Thomas J. Brandi on Dalkon Shield and Empathy in Law | Coopers' Code

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Episode Timestamps 00:00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Thomas J. Brandi 00:01:12 - Thomas discusses his early motivations and how he got into law 00:03:05 - Overview of the Dalkon Shield case and its significance 00:05:34 - Ethical dilemmas faced during the Dalkon Shield litigation 00:07:20 - The importance of empathy in law, especially in cases like Dalkon Shield 00:09:42 - How the Dalkon Shield case influenced Thomas's approach to future pharmaceutical cases 00:12:15 - Reflection on the broader impact of the Dalkon Shield case on the legal industry 00:14:50 - Thomas discusses the importance of understanding client suffering and loss 00:17:30 - The role of faith and moral compass in guiding legal decisions 00:19:58 - The responsibility of holding large corporations accountable for their actions 00:22:14 - The complexity of balancing large-scale litigation with personal relationships 00:25:35 - Developing strategies to communicate complex legal concepts to juries effectively 00:28:22 - Reflections on the most challenging cases in Thomas's career 00:30:47 - How personal experiences shape professional advocacy in high-stakes cases 00:33:56 - The role of mentorship in the legal profession and giving back 00:36:21 - Thomas's thoughts on the future of legal practice and upcoming challenges 00:39:18 - Final reflections and closing remarks on the importance of empathy in law