Scary Facts About Premises Liability cases: Insights from Michael Haggard

Deep Dive into Premises Liability with Michael Haggard | The Interesting Lawyers Podcast In this episode of the Interesting Lawyers Podcast, Russ welcomes special guest Michael Haggard, a trial expert and leading expert in premises liability and negligent security cases. From discussing innovative deterrents for personal safety to detailing landmark cases like the $100 million Sammy Barak verdict, Michael shares invaluable insights from his extensive legal experience. The conversation covers the complexities of handling premises liability cases, the impact of security measures, and the broader societal changes driven by pivotal lawsuits. Whether you're a seasoned lawyer or an aspiring one, this episode offers inspiration and deep knowledge on how legal action can lead to significant societal impact. 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement 00:37 Body Cam Discussion and Deterrent Effect 01:35 Michael Haggard's Background and Expertise 03:00 Premises Liability and Negligent Security Cases 05:10 Legal Theories and Case Examples 11:58 Challenges in Jury Selection 15:05 Notable Verdicts and Case Details 19:36 Impact on Security Practices and Industry Standards 24:45 Advice for Prospective Tenants 26:52 Legislative Issues and Industry Influence 31:31 Swimming Pool Safety: A Legal Battle 32:25 The Lorenzo Peterson Case: A Tragic Incident 33:48 The Fight for Pool Safety Regulations 35:47 Impact of the Virginia Graeme Baker Act 39:49 Dollar General: Negligent Security Concerns 43:48 Walmart's Security Shortcomings 51:36 Airbnb and VRBO: Hidden Dangers 59:12 Why Michael Haggard Continues the Fight 01:01:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Russell Adler is a Mindset and Performance Coach for Lawyers. He spent 27 years working as a lawyer in private practice and tried over 200 cases in his past. Russ knows how to speak to lawyers, and is passionate about the Interesting lawyers podcast. As a lawyer coach, Russ helps lawyers deal with impulsivity, mindfulness, conflict avoidance, conflict resolution, organization, office organization, practice management and best practices for law firms. Our high-profile podcast guests include Brad Edwards from the crime victim law firm who handled lawsuits for sex abuse victims of Jeffrey Epstein and sex trafficking human trafficking case against Abercrombie & Fitch. Stuart Grossman from Grossman Roth Yaffa & Cohen who handled lawsuits arising from the Surfside condo building collapse, Parkland school shooting, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, defective products, and premises liability. legendary criminal lawyer guests include Fred Haddad and Bruce Zimet.