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The Dirty Verdict
by Kyle Herbert
Get all the dirty details and legal insights from Houston Lawyers, Kyle Herbert and Peter Taffe, as they explore exciting cases.Kyle Herbert: https://herberttrial.comPeter Taaffe: https://comeauxmediation.com/attorney/peter-taaffe/Bill Ogden: https://fbtrial.com/attorneys/bill-ogden/
Episodes
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Insurance Defense Takeover with Stew Schmella and Chris Papadopolous
What really happens behind the scenes when an insurance company gets sued? And what can plaintiff lawyers do to get cases settled faster? On this episode of The Dirty Verdict Podcast, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert sit down with two experienced insurance defense attorneys, Stew Schmella of the…
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S4, Ep 23 -- New Stories Discussion
This week on The Dirty Verdict: Grant Cardone is battling Susman Godfrey—and his post-deposition social media videos may be making things even more interesting. The explosive Cornell Seven lawsuit raises new questions about a sexual-assault investigation that resulted in no criminal charges.…
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Adam Funks breaks down medical malpractice cases in Texas.
In this episode, Adam Funk joins hosts Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden and Kyle Herbert and gives his insight into medical malpractice law, including common cases, legal procedures, and the impact of tort reform in Texas. Listeners will learn about the nuances of medical malpractice claims, legal...
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Hanging a Shingle with Matt Mendoza and Hogan Leatherwood
"You can go broke by answering the phone and saying yes to everybody." On this week's Dirty Verdict Podcast, we sat down with two lawyers who left established firms to hang their own shingle: Matt Mendoza (Mendoza Law Firm, ~2 years in) and Hogan Leatherwood (soon to be Leatherwood & Schindler…
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S4 Eps 21: Linsday Clancy Trial Analysis w/ Anthony Osso
The Dirty Verdict takes on the highly publicized Lindsey Clancy murder trial and the legal battle surrounding her insanity defense. Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden are joined by Houston criminal defense attorney Anthony Osso to break down the case, the evidence presented at trial, and...
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S4 Eps 20: The Dirty Verdict News Edition (8-19-26)
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert return for a wide-ranging legal news roundup covering some of the strangest lawsuits, biggest verdicts, and most consequential legal questions making headlines. The episode opens with a truly unforgettable lawsuit...
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S4 Eps 19: Sherra Gilbert Interview
On this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Kyle Herbert and Bill Ogden sit down with attorney and mediator Sherra Gilbert for a wide-ranging conversation about the experiences that shaped her career, what she has learned from practicing on both sides of the courtroom, and why preparation can make or...
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S4 Eps 18: Leigh Lewis Interview
On this episode of The Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert welcome attorney and mediator Leigh Lewis to discuss her transition from a successful insurance-defense practice to full-time mediation. Leigh reflects on growing up in Midland, Texas, studying environmental management at...
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S4 Eps 17: Anthony Vessel Interview
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Bill Ogden sit down with attorney Anthony Vessel of Marc Whitehead & Associates for a deep dive into a practice area many lawyers encounter but few truly understand: disability benefits, insurance denials, Social Security disability, veterans...
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S4 Eps 16: Tyler Skaggs Death Case & Paxton Trial Panel Interview
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert sit down with Laura Hollingsworth, Dana Levy, Leah Graham, and Daniel Dutko for a deep dive into the civil case surrounding the tragic death of Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs. The panel breaks down the facts behind the...
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S4 Eps 15: Trey Barton Interview
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, hosts Kyle Herbert, Peter Taaffe, and Bill Ogden sit down with trial attorney Trey Barton for a wide-ranging conversation about his path from teacher and coach to plaintiff's lawyer, opening his own firm right as COVID hit, and building a practice largely...
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S4 Eps 14: Charles and Erica Rose Sanders
On this episode of The Dirty Verdict Podcast, hosts Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden welcome back Erica Rose and Chuck Sanders of Rose Sanders Law Firm for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and surprisingly thoughtful conversation. The group catches up on Rose Sanders' expansion into…
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S4 Eps 13: Judge Christine Weems Interverview
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S4 Eps 12: Alice Lima Lovchik Interview
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict Podcast, Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert sit down with trial lawyer Alice Lima Lovchik for a wide-ranging conversation about law, trial work, immigration, civility, and heavy metal. Alice shares her story of moving from Brazil to Houston, rebuilding...
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S4 Eps 11: Dan Horowitz Interview
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden sit down with trial lawyer and settlement planner Dan Horowitz for a conversation that starts with classic Dirty Verdict chaos and eventually lands on some genuinely valuable guidance for lawyers handling…
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2026 Day of Civility
The Dirty Verdict Hosts sit down with legendary lawyers, Dan Cogdell, Rusty Hardin and Erica Harris to discuss civility in the legal space.
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S4 Eps 10: Robert Swafford on Voir Dire
This week on The Dirty Verdict Podcast, Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden sit down with renowned jury consultant Robert Swafford for a deep dive into the strategy behind jury selection, witness preparation, and trial storytelling. Robert explains how he helps lawyers maximize strikes for...
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S4 Eps 9: John Zavitsanos and Monica Uddin of AZA
On this episode of The Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe and Bill Ogden sit down with powerhouse trial lawyers John Zavitsanos and Monica Uddin of AZA to talk about what makes Houston such a legendary trial-lawyer city, how elite trial teams are built, and why the best courtroom lawyers know how…
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S4 Eps 8: Dan Cogdell and Epic City
In this wild and wide-ranging episode of Dirty Verdict, the hosts sit down with legendary criminal defense attorney Dan Cogdell for an unfiltered conversation that moves from legal commentary to cultural criticism and back again. Dan talks about the unexpected rise of his own podcast and social...
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S4 Eps 7: Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert sit down with returning guests Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich to talk about launching their new firm and what it really looks like to build a modern plaintiff's practice from the ground up. From leaving a successful firm and...
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S4 Eps 6: Judge Mike Engelhart Interview
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden sit down with former Judge Mike Engelhart for a lively conversation that mixes courtroom insight, legal war stories, and a look at life on and off the bench. Judge Engelhart shares how he approached judging with...
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S4 Eps 5: Cordt Akers Interview
Hosts Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden sit down with Houston trial lawyer Cordt Akers, who lives at the intersection of criminal defense, white collar, and a bit of PI—all while carrying one of the more unusual origin stories you'll hear on the show. Cordt walks through growing up in...
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S4 Eps 4: Andrew Cobos Interview
The crew kicks off the holiday episode in peak Dirty Verdict fashion: festive sweaters, friendly roasting, and a proposed "punishment" that somehow turns into high-stakes Trivial Pursuit. Then repeat guest Andrew Cobos jumps in and the conversation shifts from jokes to jaw-dropping: Ironman...
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S4 Eps 3: Chi Nguyen Interview
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert sit down with Houston branding powerhouse Chi Nguyen to unpack the real story behind one of the most recognizable legal marketing campaigns in the city: "We Push. You Win." Chi shares his Houston roots, the wild origin story that...
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S4 Eps 2: Stephen Boutros Interview
Welcome back to The Dirty Verdict—and this week, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert are coming to you Tuesday after Thanksgiving with two things on the agenda: a little post-game storytelling from a wild weekend in Austin, and a masterclass in building a real law practice the right way. Their featured...
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S4 Eps 1: Will Moye and Ryan Loya Share Major Verdicts
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert welcome back fan-favorite trial lawyer Will (now with The Counsel Table podcast) alongside Ryan Loya, who's fresh off launching his own firm. After some classic Dirty Verdict banter—college football pain,...
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S3 Eps 30: Sean Teare - Harris County DA
The Dirty Verdict crew is back with Houston mediator Peter Taaffe and co-host Kyle Herbert—plus producer Amanda—welcoming back Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare for a wide-ranging, candid conversation. Teare breaks down what he's learned in his first months in office, how he's rebuilding...
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Trial by Fire: Sammy Ford's Story
On this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert sit down with Houston trial lawyer Sammy Ford of AZA Law Firm for a wide-ranging conversation about big cases, career pivots, and what it really takes to build a life in the courtroom. Sammy walks us through his...
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S3 Eps 28: Imrana Manzanares from Nurse to PI Attorney
Mediator Peter Taaffe and trial lawyer Kyle Herbert host a "diet" edition of The Dirty Verdict with a powerhouse guest: Imrana Manzanares, former ICU nurse turned trial lawyer at Abraham Watkins. Imrana walks through her journey from the Texas Medical Center to the courtroom, what it's really…
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S3 Eps 27:The Dirty Verdict — Halloween Edition 2025 🎃
The Dirty Verdict — Halloween Edition 2025 🎃 Costumes, bourbon, and big-law war stories collide. Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden welcome fan-favorites Mark Thiessen and Mark Metzger for our annual Halloween bash. It's part comedy hour, part shop talk: mediation mind games, Stowers...
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S3 Eps 27:The Dirty Verdict — Halloween Edition 2025 🎃
The Dirty Verdict — Halloween Edition 2025 🎃 Costumes, bourbon, and big-law war stories collide. Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden welcome fan-favorites Mark Thiessen and Mark Metzger for our annual Halloween bash. It's part comedy hour, part shop talk: mediation mind games, Stowers...
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S3 Eps 26: Marty Lancton Enters the Race: A Firefighter's Bid for Harris County Judge
In this episode of Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert sit down with returning guest Marty Lancton, president of the Houston firefighters' union and now an announced 2026 candidate for Harris County Judge. Marty opens up about why he's running, what he's learned from...
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S3 Eps 25: Billboards, Boxing & (Very) Venomous Hobbies ft. Anthony Pusch
Houston PI attorney Anthony Pusch joins Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden for a wild, wide-open conversation about building a law brand that actually cuts through the noise—plus boxing gyms, tasers, and… cobras. Anthony traces the path from seven high schools and a hot-headed teen to...
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S3 EPS 24: Jeff Davis on Oilfield Trials, Mentors, and Moshing Gone Wrong
Defense trial lawyer Jeff Davis joins Peter, Kyle, and Bill for a fast-moving hour that hops from a wild "mosh pit" case at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion to the nuts and bolts of catastrophic oilfield litigation. Jeff shares early-career war stories with Peter, breaks down indemnity and Chapter...
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S3 Eps 23: Sad Beige Lawsuit Explained w/ Trial Lawyer Thomas Frashier
Solo-hosting this week, Peter Taaffe welcomes trial lawyer Thomas Frashier of AZA Law to unpack a first-of-its-kind lawsuit between two Austin influencers—the viral "sad beige" copyright/trade dress case. Thomas explains how the Amazon Influencer/Associates ecosystem really works, why "stealing a...
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S3 Eps 22: College Football Kickoff w/ Drew Shirley
The Dirty Verdict is back after a long summer with a football-packed edition! Hosts Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden are joined by special guest Drew Shirley, who brings a unique journey from Duke basketball glory days to the world of law and sportscasting. From college rivalries and...
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S3 Eps 21: Inside the Ryan Smith Murder Trial: Insanity, Defense, and the Fight for Justice
In this gripping episode of The Dirty Verdict Podcast, hosts Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert take a deep dive into one of Houston's most shocking criminal cases—the trial of Ryan Smith, accused and convicted of murdering his father. Joining the discussion are seasoned criminal defense attorneys…
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S3 Eps 20: Steeves Hopson- Big Verdicts, Bold Moves
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, host Peter Taaffe sits down with attorney Steeves Hopson, founder of Hopson Injury Attorneys, to talk about his bold move from working at top firms to launching his own law practice. Steeves shares his path from growing up in a family full of lawyers, to...
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S3 Eps 19: Inside Texas's Biggest Verdicts with Randy Sorrels
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert sit down with one of Texas's most successful trial lawyers, Randy Sorrels. With over four decades of experience, Randy shares the highs, lows, and lessons learned from building his firm, serving the Texas legal...
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S3 Eps 18: Inside the Court of Criminal Appeals with Judge Bert Richardson
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert sit down with Judge Bert Richardson of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals—Texas' highest criminal court—for a wide-ranging, insightful, and at times hilarious conversation. From the intricacies of writs and actual innocence...
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Tire Trials, Billion-Dollar Wins & Lemurs on the Loose — with Kyle Farrar
In this high-powered episode of The Dirty Verdict, the guys welcome legal heavyweight Kyle Farrar, two-time National Trial Lawyer of the Year and appellate ace, for an in-depth look at two of the most talked-about product liability verdicts in the country — including a $31 million Miami verdict…
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S3 Eps 16 - Justice of the Peace, Explained (with Judge Steve Duble)
In this eye-opening episode of The Dirty Verdict, the team welcomes a truly unique guest: Justice of the Peace Judge Steve Duble. With a no-nonsense yet empathetic approach, Judge Duble offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most misunderstood and impactful courts in Texas—JP Court. From...
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S3 Eps 15: A Tale of Design and Dispute with Matt Mussalli
Join hosts Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert on The Dirty Verdict Podcast as they dive into a riveting Houston courtroom drama with special guest, attorney Matt Mussalli. In this episode, Matt unpacks a fascinating 2024 jury trial involving a homeowners' dispute with designer Kevin Spearman, where a...
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S3 Eps 14: 640M Verdict Crane Collapse Case Ryan Pigg
In this gripping episode of the Dirty Verdict Podcast, hosts Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert dive into a landmark legal case with returning guest Ryan Pigg of the Buzbee Law Firm. With co-host Bill absent, Peter and Kyle unpack the details of a massive verdict in a crane collapse case at Texas A&M...
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S3 Eps 13: Private Investigators Unraveled Featuring Todd Fibich and Scott Cervenka
Join hosts Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden on The Dirty Verdict podcast as they dive into the gritty world of private investigation with special guests Scott Cervenka and Todd Fibich from Delta Intel. In this engaging episode, the team explores how private investigators play a pivotal...
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S3 Eps 12: True Crime Edition: The Ryan Smith Case
In this gripping true crime edition of The Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden are joined by criminal law expert Anthony Osso to dissect one of the most disturbing cases Houston has seen in years—the murder of Cameron Smith by his own son, Ryan Mitchell Smith. From a...
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S3 Eps 11 - Receiverships and the Lies Beyond
This week on The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert (filling in while Bill Ogden mourns the loss of his grandfather—our condolences, Bill) dive into the world of court-appointed receiverships—where judgments get enforced, zebras get seized, and helicopters in backyards are fair game....
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S3 Eps 10- Legal News: Big Verdicts, Busted Pools, and Burned Video Games
In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden dive into a whirlwind of courtroom showdowns, massive verdicts, legal slip-ups, and yes… concrete cancer. With their signature humor and insider takes, the gang tackles everything from billion-dollar wins to NFL…
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S3 Eps 9 - Burned Into Memory: Inside the $100M CPS Energy Verdict
In this high-stakes, high-impact episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden sit down with powerhouse Dallas trial lawyers Chris Simmons and Mike Lyons to talk about one of the most jaw-dropping jury verdicts in recent memory: a $109.5 million win against CPS Energy...
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S3 Eps 8 - Jason Webster Interview
In what might be the most unfiltered and entertaining episode yet, The Dirty Verdict crew welcomes their most requested guest: Houston trial lawyer Jason Webster. From calling out inflated verdict marketing to breaking down how hedge funds are quietly reshaping the plaintiff's bar, Jason pulls no...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Get all the dirty details and legal insights from Houston Lawyers, Kyle Herbert and Peter Taffe, as they explore exciting cases.Kyle Herbert: https://herberttrial.comPeter Taaffe: https://comeauxmediation.com/attorney/peter-taaffe/Bill Ogden: https://fbtrial.com/attorneys/bill-ogden/
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Get all the dirty details and legal insights from Houston Lawyers, Kyle Herbert and Peter Taffe, as they explore exciting cases.Kyle Herbert: https://herberttrial.comPeter Taaffe: https://comeauxmediation.com/attorney/peter-taaffe/Bill Ogden: https://fbtrial.com/attorneys/bill-ogden/
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