Press & professional perspective
The work, in public view.
Selected reporting on matters handled by the firm, case outcomes, and Michael’s work teaching trial advocacy.
Professional contribution
Federal Bar Association Trial Academy · 2024
Michael served on the faculty of the Federal Bar Association’s Northern District of Ohio Trial Academy, sharing practical experience on the construction and delivery of opening statements and closing arguments.
View the program recordA family seeks answers after a routine dental procedure ends in death
National coverage of a pending matter in which the firm represents the patient’s widow.
Open source ↗Hearing examiner recommends suspending surgeon’s anesthesia license
Michael explains the monitoring and risk-evaluation issues raised in the pending matter.
Open source ↗$15 million civil-rights verdict for the East Cleveland Three
Coverage of the federal jury verdict following 20 years of wrongful imprisonment.
Open source ↗$24 million resolution after a 12-year contract dispute
A case study in trial persistence, appellate reversal, and prejudgment interest.
Open source ↗Family seeks answers after a young mother dies in county custody
Coverage of a current investigation in which Michael represents the family.
Open source ↗Allegations in pending matters have not been adjudicated. Defendants deny liability unless otherwise noted. Links are provided to the original reporting for full context.