GTP CLASSIC: Michael Levine│Barrett v. Smith│$5.75 Million Verdict

GTP CLASSIC: Michael Levine│Barrett v. Smith│$5.75 Million Verdict

From The Great Trials Podcast by The Great Trials Podcast

May 12, 2026 · 58 min · Episode 210

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Michael Levine discusses the case of Kevin Barrett, who received a $5.75 million verdict after a motorcycle accident.

This week, your hosts Steve Lowry and Yvonne Godfrey interview Michael Levine of Rappaport, Glass, Levine & Zullo LLP (https://www.rglzlaw.com/) Remember to rate and review GTP in iTunes: Click Here To Rate and Review Episode Details: Michael Levine -- a partner at Rappaport, Glass, Levine & Zullo LLP known as "Motorcycle Mike" -- explains how he secured justice for 33-year-old air traffic controller Kevin Barrett, who endured a painful through-the-knee amputation after a pick-up truck collided with his motorcycle and crushed his right leg. The driver of the truck abruptly cut off Kevin, who was going 10 miles per hour over the speed limit, while making a left turn. Kevin uses a prosthetic limb as a result of this catastrophic injury. A Suffolk County, New York jury returned a $5,750,000 verdict, assigning 63% of the negligence to the defendant. Click Here to Read/Download the Complete Trial Documents Guest Bio: Michael Levine Michael Levine is, without a doubt, the prime example of a “Go-Getter”. In over 35 years Michael has never stopped chasing after perfection, and his reputation and record are a shining reflection of this. If you’re looking for a personal injury…

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Hosts: Steve Lowry, Yvonne Godfrey

Guest: Michael Levine

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Organizations: Rappaport, Glass, Levine & Zullo LLP

Places: Suffolk County, New York

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