The Trial Bible | A Podcast for Trial Lawyers

In this episode of The Trial Bible , we break down a high-stakes police pursuit case that resulted in a $37.5 million jury verdict—every dollar the attorneys asked for. What began as a split-second decision by law enforcement turned into a devastating crash that changed a man’s life forever. But in the courtroom, those “split seconds” were slowed down into a series of choices—each one examined, ch...

Takeaways Nebraska's legal landscape can be challenging for plaintiffs. Understanding the demographics of the jury is crucial. Video evidence can significantly impact jury perception. Pre-existing conditions must be framed as vulnerabilities, not weaknesses. Effective storytelling is key in closing arguments. Witness credibility can sway jury decisions. Corporate doublespeak can backfire in court....

The conversation explores: How seasoned labor law litigators evaluate Labor Law §240(1) and §241(6) cases from day one Why this “classic scaffold law case” was anything but simple The strategic decision-making behind summary judgment, damages-only trial prep, and putting the plaintiff on first How a late-developing DTI MRI transformed the case into a true TBI trial — and how the jury was taught to...

In this powerful episode of Trial Bible, host Gennady Voldz sits down with trial attorney Brian Ward to break down one of the most emotionally devastating civil cases in recent memory. A San Bernardino jury returned a $110.8 million verdict after finding that two young men were innocent victims of a deadly off-duty pursuit that ended in fire, catastrophic injury, and death. Brian walks listeners t...

A 67-year-old nursing-home resident on Coumadin suffers a fall. No timely CT. A slow intracranial bleed. Sparse records (“s/p fall”). Defense says “coincidence.” Using PHL §2801-d, a disciplined verdict sheet, and visible causation, Elliott Sinel secures a $10M Bronx verdict. This is a masterclass on burden-shifting statutes, voir dire in elder-care cases, and the power of starting with their nurs...

Medical malpractice trials are often cast as a “battle of the experts.” But in this case, Marijo Adimey showed that the most powerful evidence isn’t just expert testimony—it’s the story jurors can see for themselves. Through complex imaging, careful cross-examination, and relentless preparation, she proved that “the treating doctor’s note in the patient’s chart cannot be right,” guiding a Nassau C...

Three trials. One week. Three six-figure wins. In this episode of Trial Bible, host Gennady Voldz sits down with his friend and fellow litigator Peter Kolp — the courtroom speedster who has mastered the art of the one-day trial. Known for pulling off a “3 Pete” with three victories in just five days, Peter reveals how to condense a full-blown trial into hours without sacrificing impact — or dollar...

Two men. Two amputations. One dangerous subway station. In this episode of Trial Bible, host Gennady Voldz welcomes legendary trial attorney Peter S. Thomas to break down how he secured a $103.6 million verdict against the New York City Transit Authority—turning a tragic pattern of negligence at the Spring Street station into a mandate for change. Peter unpacks the strategy behind taking over a re...

In this gripping episode of Trial Bible , host Gennady Voldz sits down with seasoned trial attorney Daniel A. Thomas to dissect the $287 million verdict in a case that rocked Harley-Davidson. What started as a freedom ride on a Harley Tri Glide trike ended in tragedy—and a courtroom battle that revealed a pattern of corporate deception, buried evidence, and a calculated attempt to silence justice....

In this special behind-the-scenes kickoff of The Trial Bible , producer Rita Richa sits down with Gennady Voldz — the podcast’s main host and a seasoned trial attorney — to introduce the story behind the show. Gennady Voldz is the founder of Voldz Law, P.C., is a skilled New York City trial lawyer based in New York City who passionately advocates for individuals hurt due to negligence. With a prov...