In this episode of The Assignment of Benefits Podcast, Casey Lynch, an administrative partner at Tyson and Mendes, discusses the concept of “nuclear verdicts” in litigation, which refers to jury awards exceeding $10 million. Lynch explains how these cases often involve emotional components, leading juries to deliver large verdicts to send a message to defendants. She highlights the impact of plaintiff attorneys using psychological tactics to sway juries and the challenges faced by defendants in these high-stakes situations. The conversation also touches on the influence of third-party litigation funding and its potential implications for the civil justice system and fairness in legal disputes.
In this insightful discussion, Cayce addresses the challenges of escalating legal costs and the prevalence of “nuclear verdicts” in litigation, highlighting the importance of mediation and arbitration to settle claims effectively. He emphasizes the emotional toll on defendants and the need for insurers to adopt technology and data-driven approaches to assess the risk of high-stakes verdicts. Lynch discusses strategies for defense attorneys, including taking responsibility, personalizing corporate defendants, and arguing for reasonable pain and suffering damages. The conversation underscores the potential for collaborative efforts to mitigate these issues in the insurance landscape.
About Nicholas Lamparelli
Nick Lamparelli is a 20+ year veteran of the insurance wars. He has a unique vantage point on the insurance industry. From selling home & auto insurance, helping companies with commercial insurance, to being an underwriter with an excess & surplus lines wholesaler to catastrophe modeling Nick has wide experience in the industry. Over past 10 years, Nick has been focused on the insurance analytics of natural catastrophes and big data. Nick serves as our Chief Evangelist.
Nick Lamparelli is a 20+ year veteran of the insurance wars. He has a unique vantage point on the insurance industry. From selling home & auto insurance, helping companies with commercial insurance, to being an underwriter with an excess & surplus lines wholesaler to catastrophe modeling Nick has wide experience in the industry. Over past 10 years, Nick has been focused on the insurance analytics of natural catastrophes and big data. Nick serves as our Chief Evangelist.
