Dirk Vandever – Mastering Wrongful Death Cases

Some lawyers are thrown off by a wrongful death case, but not Dirk Vandever. In this episode of Trial Lawyers University, Dan Ambrose is joined by seasoned trial lawyer–who’s been practicing for almost 50 years—Dirk Vandever of Popham Law Firm. Tune in as Dan and Dirk discuss strategies and tactics for wrongful death cases including, how to talk to the jury about the value of human life in voir dire, how to help the jury understand the adult child’s loss, and why Dirk references the Declaration of Independence in his closing argument. Train and Connect with the Titans☑️ Dirk Vandever | Popham Law Firm | LinkedIn | Email☑️ Popham Law Firm on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, & Instagram☑️ TLU VEGAS October 16-19, 2024☑️ Trial Lawyers University Website☑️ TLU On Demand Instant access to live lectures, case analysis, and skills training videos☑️ TLU on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeEpisode SnapshotHighlights from TLU Huntington BeachGetting to know Dirk VandeverPreviewing what Dirk is teaching at TLU Vegas 2024Background of Dirk’s recent wrongful death casesHow Dirk approaches jury selection in a wrongful death caseResource mentioned: Don’t Eat the Bruises by Keith MitnikDirk’s strategy for opening statement in wrongful death casesOrder of proof in a wrongful death caseCross examination of defense expertsFraming damages in closingProduced and Powered by LawPods

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