Michael Takla
Bad Law Worse Facts
A podcast for young attorneys. We collaborate with successful attorneys to bring young attorneys bits of wisdom. Whether it is choosing your practice or strengthening your trial technique. A podcast that takes a whimsical stance on serious topics
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Episodes
Seeking your Brand w Miriah Soliz 23.01.2023 23:40
We sat down with Miriah Soliz to speak about the transition from associate to owning your own law firm. Miriah spoke about the importance of finding your brand, what to expect when you transition, and the mindset shift you have to make. Want to see how Miriah grew her audience? Check out her Instagram or TikTok; @themagnifierlawyer!
Low Impacts and Large Verdicts w Robert Simon 26.12.2022 49:54
We sat down with Robert Simon at the Simon Law Group and Co-Founder of Justice HQ. We spoke about this 16 million dollar verdict in a low impact collision and how to tell your client's story. Want to work on a case with Robert? Email him at Robert@justiceteam.com and check his podcast @JusticeTeamPodcast . #trial #carcollision #carwreck #carwrecks #lawyer #trial #at...
The First Million Dollar Settlement w Pulkit Moudgil 17.11.2022 40:47
We sat down with Pulkit Moudgil about his first million dollar settlement and the emergence of complex regional pain syndrome in his case and he had to pivot in the middle of litigation and after mediation to tell his client's story. Have a question for Pulkit? Give him a call at (832) 345-5206
Succeed in Mediation w/ Peter Taaffe 03.10.2022 51:01
We sat down with Peter Taaffe a mediator in Houston, Texas to discuss how to come prepared for a mediation. What to expect, the tools needed to evaluate your case, and the the attorney's role in the mediation. Want to mediate with Peter or want access to his blog? Check out his website here https://resolveadrtx.com/
Torching Insurance Companies with Stowers w Husein Hadi 08.08.2022 35:48
We sat down w The Torch, Husein Hadi to speak about his Stowers trial in Montgomery County, Texas. We spoke about the importance of the stowerizing the insurance company, what occurs when the demand is sent and just how a Stowers trial is actually done. Want to contact Husein Hadi? Give him a call 832-433-7977 Like the content? Please like, subscribe, and leave a review! We are now on...
Creative Depos for a Triple-Double 19.07.2022 56:38
Edward Festeryga and Mike sat down to talk about how to create most visually appealing and jury satisfying depositions. We spoke about a recent case that has made it in the news of former NBA scout Brent "BJ" Johnson wrongful death. Want to partner with Edward. Send him an email edward@awtxlaw.com. Our podcast is also doing video as well. Absolutely recommend watching this episode on Youtube...
Fencing in Tough Cases w Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey 23.06.2022 33:52
We sat down with Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey to speak about sexual assault cases. She spoke about how she came to that niche in personal injury law, what her daily challenges are dealing with those cases, and how the law is slowly changing since the #me too movement. Check out her bio and if you have a case you need assistance with, give her a shout. https://www.txattorneys.com/attorney/brandfield-...
Welcome to the Allstate Audit 30.05.2022 1:03:11
We sat down with Edward Festeryga and Nancy Flores to speak about a recent $479,800 dollar verdict against Allstate. Edward and Nancy had to overcome a pre-existing conditions, an old surgical recommendation, and a great adversary. They took a case that may be similar to one on your docket and made it a winner. Want to partner with Edward or Nancy. Send them an email edward@awtxlaw.com...
Breaking Down the Defense for a $352 Million Dollar Verdict w Randy Sorrels 06.12.2021 49:25
We sat down, again, with Randy Sorrels after he tried a case to a $352 million dollar verdict against Allied Aviation, represented by Rusty Hardin. It is the largest non-punitive single plaintiff verdict in Texas history. Randy spoke to us about how he dismantled experts, how he said no to large numbers at mediation, and how he retrieved insights from focus groups. This is a can't miss. Jeff and M...
Juries Want the Why? $74 Million Dollar Verdict w Ron Johnson & Jay Vaughn 02.11.2021 1:02:52
We sat down with Jay Vaugh and Ron Johnson after a huge $74 million dollar verdict. This was a case that most attorneys would reject for no coverage. Instead Ron and Jay went out to the scene and determined there was a defect in the road and told the real story of why a family was missing their mother. Ron and Jay speak about the importance of getting on the scene, preparing for trial, and how the...
You Ain't Going to be Pretty but it Doesn't Matter w Keith Mitnik 09.08.2021 1:13:26
We sat down with the legendary Keith Mitnik to speak about a young attorney's new trial, his book Don't Eat the Bruises and his new book Deeper Cuts: Systems that Simply Work from Winning Workups to Thumbs-Up Verdicts. We came out of that episode wanting to try every case on our dockets and we are sure you will want to do the same. Keith is a well-known litigator and senior trial attorney at Morg...
Six Months and $17.72 Million Dollars Later- A Young Attorney's First Trial w Lena Laurenzo 07.07.2021 55:37
We sat down with Lena Laurenzo an Associate Attorney at Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Agosto, Aziz & Stogner to talk about a young attorney's first trial. Lena's first trial ended in a $17.72 million dollar verdict less than six months out of law school. We spoke about her preparation for the trial and Lena opened up about her time as a young woman attorney and the obstacles she has faced. We had...
From Hostage to Hero w Sari De La Motte 14.06.2021 42:19
We sat down with Sari De La Motte to speak about nonverbal communication at a young attorneys' first voir dire and opening. Sari authored the book From Hostage to Hero: Captivate the Jury by Setting Them Free. Sari consults with trial attorneys all over the country, assisting with trial strategy, voir dire and opening statement. She conducts mock trials in her studio in Portland, Oregon. Beyo...
The First Years: An Associate's Journey to Happiness w Frank Ramos 18.05.2021 48:23
We sat down with Frank Ramos, partner at Clarke Silvergate to speak about an attorney's first few years of practice. What to expect and how to deal with tough bosses, networking, and finding yourself as a litigator. Frank has over 60,000 followers on Linkedin and has written numerous books, articles, and blogs on the first years of being an associate at a law firm. He is the guru of how to navigat...
Investigating Your Case for a $3 Million Dollar Verdict w/Randy Sorrels 27.04.2021 44:06
We sat down with past Texas State Bar President and Owner of Sorrels Law, Randy Sorrels, to talk about his recent $3.24 million dollar verdict during the pandemic. Randy represented Kacy Clemens and Conner Capel, sons of former major league baseball players, when they were assaulted by bouncers of an upscale bar, Concrete Cowboy, on New Year's Eve. The defense fought to keep any wrongdoing out of...
HB 19 The Trucking Stories That Will be Lost with Todd Clement 13.04.2021 41:30
We sat down with Todd Clement of Clement & Speer to talk about the future of 18 wheeler collision if House Bill 19 passes the Texas Legislature. Todd has served on the Texas Trial Lawyers Association Board and has represented numerous individuals that have suffered severe injuries from 18 wheeler collisions. He gave us some stories, some lessons, and had a lot to say about the new bill introdu...
Tenacity- How to be a Shark with Tony Buzbee 15.03.2021 1:06:54
We sat down with Tony Buzbee to talk about tenacity in the courtroom. Tony came from being a marine captain to one of the top ranked trial attorneys in the nation. We spoke about the facts of his first big break, his requirements of young attorneys at his firm, and how he got a $2.5 million dollar verdict on a tough liability case. His advice to young attorneys- constantly read and stay hungry. Th...
The Legal Influencer: How to Use Social Media to Make Your Brand with Bianca Calderon de Lachica 10.02.2021 49:25
We sat down with Bianca Calderon de Lachica, the legal influencer, to discuss how she has branded herself and separated herself from other attorneys. We discussed how attorneys build a brand and market themselves in a cost-efficient manner. Social media has transformed from a tool to a must in this age. A must-listen for anyone attempting to go out on their own. You can't litigate without clients!...
Depos with Dao 05.01.2021 1:07:03
We sat down with Andrew Dao, a shareholder at Daly & Black, and discussed the tools needed for successfully handling depositions. Andrew, 33 years old, has had a skyrocketing career coming out of law school. He handles a wide array of civil litigation matters, including catastrophic injury and death cases, and commercial litigation. At only 27, he second-chaired a three-week...
Staying in Your Lane: What is an Accident Reconstructionist? 09.11.2020 1:01:56
We sat down with Eric Brown and Philip T. Relli at Crash Tech Reconstruction Services to talk about what an accident reconstructionist brings to a personal injury claim. Website: https://crashtechreconstruction.com/
Demystifying Judges: How to Present Your Motion with Judge R. K. Sandill 12.10.2020 58:39
We sat down with the Honorable Judge R.K. Sandill of the 127th Harris County Judicial District Court! We discussed the role of young attorneys and the way to present motions in front of a trial court judge. Judge Sandill breaks it down in one line "If I had more time, I would have written a shorter letter.”- Mark Twain Please follow Judge Sandill on his road to reelection! https://www.judges...
From Soldier to Lawyer: The Prequel 21.09.2020 56:38
This is the premiere episode of Bad Law Worse Facts where we introduce my Co-host Jeffrey McCarthy and talk about his road from a soldier serving multiple tours in Iraq to a Plaintiff Attorney. We discuss mass torts, the thought process of insurance companies, and the future of this podcast. Very excited for the feedback. Check out our firm website: mclawtx.com
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