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Joe Fried discusses the factors influencing low verdict values in conservative states and shares insights from recent cases.

Joe Fried has a theory about why verdict values stay low in conservative states. “If there are cases where somebody's asking for $30, $50 million, and they're not getting it, I may need to listen to that. But if nobody is asking for that – if they're asking for $5 million in a wrongful death case – then of course they're not getting $30.” The celebrated trucking litigator returns to TLU to share lessons from two recent cases: a $2.3–$2.4 million verdict and a near-$100 million settlement. Tune in to this conversation with host Dan Ambrose for a masterclass in finding hidden trucking coverage, mediating at the start negotiation, and managing fear – but not getting rid of it entirely. After all, your client hired you to be their voice. “I hope you feel the weight of it.” Train and Connect with the Titans ☑️ Joe Fried | LinkedIn ☑️ Fried Goldberg | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | X | YouTube ☑️ Trial Lawyers University ☑️ TLU On Demand Instant access to live lectures, case analysis, and skills training videos ☑️ TLU on X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube 2026 Programming ☑️ TLU Beach , June 3-6, Huntington Beach, CA Episode Snapshot…

People in this episode

Host: Dan Ambrose

Guest: Joe Fried

Topics covered

• case values
• trucking litigation
• jury verdicts
• settlements
• negotiation strategies

Keywords

• trucking coverage
• wrongful death
• jury verdict
• settlement
• negotiation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fried Goldberg, Trial Lawyers University

Places: Newport News, Huntington Beach

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