In this landmark Season 4 finale, I am joined by three elite trial lawyers — Lindsay Forlines, Xavier Carter, and Buck Daniel — to break down the first jury trials in Georgia following the passage of Senate Bill 68 (SB 68), Georgia's sweeping new tort reform legislation.

Together, they walk through how the new law has already begun to reshape the courtroom — from bifurcated trials to “anchoring” damages arguments to the change in collateral source — and how they adapted in real time to challenges during trial. This episode provides a firsthand look at strategy, collaboration, and courtroom execution in the post-reform world.

The highlight? Two major trial wins:

• Walker v. Becton Dickinson: A mass tort ethylene oxide exposure case resulting in a combined $70 million verdict.
• Mashburn v. Southern Regional: A medical malpractice case ending in a $27.5 million verdict under the new bifurcated trial structure.

Whether you're a lawyer preparing for your first trial under SB 68 or simply curious about how courtroom dynamics are evolving in Georgia, this episode is packed with insight and practical advice.

What We Cover in This Episode:

• The background and key provisions of SB 68 (Georgia’s new tort reform law)
• The facts and outcomes of the Walker and Mashburn trials
• How these lawyers teamed up just weeks before trial — and made it work
• Trial strategy under bifurcation and new anchoring limitations
• How to present pain and suffering damages in a post-SB 68 world
• The practical effects of limiting medical bill evidence (collateral source rule changes)
• Lessons learned and practice tips for future cases under the new law
• Why collaboration among plaintiff lawyers is more essential than ever
• The importance of jury respect, diversity, and engagement

As always, this episode is powered by the J. Stein Law Firm - a personal injury firm in Atlanta, GA - www.jsteinlawfirm.com. Thanks for a great season 4 and see you in the Fall!