Episode 97 - Michelle Acosta Interview
The Dirty Verdict · 2024-11-22 · 53 min
Episode notes
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Peter, Kyle, and Bill welcome attorney Michelle Acosta to share her extraordinary journey. From advocating for others as a personal injury lawyer to becoming a plaintiff herself, Michelle's story highlights resilience, the fight for justice, and navigating a legal system that sometimes falls short. Michelle recounts her harrowing experiences, including a shocking courthouse incident involving another attorney, and the challenges she faced in holding him accountable. Her determination to stand up for herself - motivated by her role as a mother and attorney - led to a landmark civil trial that resulted in a $5 million jury award for mental anguish. Join us as we delve into Michelle's journey, the support she received from her legal team, and her message for other women in the legal profession. Michelle's story is a testament to courage, persistence, and the power of using the civil justice system to demand accountability. Show Notes In This Episode: [00:00] Introductions: Hosts Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden kick off the episode.