This podcast episode explores the notion of responsibility and asks how much can we separate a person from the action they have done. It delves into the example of lawyers arguing for defendants with terrible upbringings and discusses how this relates to personal identity.
In a murder trial, the defense attorney was criticized for his conduct during the cross-examination. The speaker believes that the defense attorney should have done a better job in representing his client, and that the victim's family was re-victimized by the trial.
John Weidman discusses the ethics of parole board hearings, highlighting the traumatic nature of the experience for both victims and perpetrators, and calling for clearer rules and guidelines.
The value of life cannot be measured in terms of money, and it is difficult for lawyers to negotiate settlements in wrongful death cases. Those who have lost a loved one would rather have them back than any amount of money.
In this podcast episode, the guest shares her experience of growing up without her father, who left when she was a baby after getting involved in criminal activities. She talks about the deal made between her family and her father and how it affected her life.
The speaker discusses receiving online threats and negative Facebook comments after representing a client in a high-profile case. Despite the negative attention, he believes even people he doesn't agree with deserve the best legal representation possible.