In this episode of Sports ‘N Torts, I sit down with one of Georgia’s premier trial lawyers, Lloyd Bell of Bell Law Firm. Lloyd is widely recognized for his groundbreaking medical malpractice verdicts, including a record-setting $75 million verdict—the largest of its kind in Georgia history.

Lloyd shares his journey from pre-med student to nationally recognized trial lawyer, his approach to case selection and trial preparation, and how he leverages both high-tech and low-tech strategies to connect with juries. He also discusses the impact of Georgia’s recent tort reform, the importance of media and storytelling in litigation, and why credibility and constant self-improvement are key to success in the courtroom.

Key topics include:

-Lloyd’s path from pre-med to trial law and how his medical background informs his practice.

-Why medical malpractice lawyers start case evaluation with damages rather than liability.

-Using AI tools to better understand and explain complex medical issues to juries.

-How Lloyd blends trial technology (like TrialPad and iPads) with old-school demonstratives (flip charts, water balloons, 2-liter bottles) to make evidence memorable.

-Strategies for drafting detailed complaints and why Lloyd views them as opportunities for public service.

-The role of media and social media in modern trial practice—and how to handle critics and trolls.

-The importance of humility, feedback, and always working to improve as a lawyer.

-Behind-the-scenes look at Lloyd shadowing an ER doctor to better understand hospital operations.

-Tort reform’s effect on medical malpractice trials in Georgia.

-Closing with some Falcons talk—why being an Atlanta fan feels like Charlie Brown and Lucy with the football, but why optimism is still essential.

As always, this episode is powered by the J. Stein Law Firm - a personal injury law firm in Atlanta, GA - www.jsteinlawfirm.com.