Titans of Trial – Rich Newsome

The Florida Justice Association Research and Education Foundation

Rich Newsome of Orlando has been at the center of some of the biggest personal injury cases involving automobiles in this century. He played a key role in convincing Congress to pass the “Tread Act.” He also identified a quiet trend of settlements and seized on it – resulting in the recall of more than 100 million airbags – the largest recall in history.

His love of law and exploration of innovative tactics among his peers, led him to found a school for trial lawyers. He also served as president of the Florida Justice Association during a significant time of tort reform efforts in the Florida Legislature.

Rich Newsome sat down with Florida Justice Association Radio host Harvey Bennett in October 2020 to talk about how he’s tried to change the legal process for the better, how trial anxiety can become a lawyer’s strength, and his greatest regret that he says he’ll take to his grave.

Show Notes:
Richard Newsome is the Senior Partner with the Newsome Melton law firm in Orlando, Florida – www.newsomelaw.com

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The Titans of Trial podcast, sponsored by the Florida Justice Association Research and Education Foundation, features Florida’s legendary trial attorneys revealing their keys to success – in law practice and in personal life – in their own words. Behind the sometimes tough courtroom veneer lies the heart of a champion advocate. Sometimes whimsical, often inspirational, but always with practical advice and lessons, Titans of Trial shares the personal stories of the men and women who’ve made a demonstrated difference to the practice of trial law in Florida.