October 4, 2024

'We're Going to Trial; You Just Have to Do Your Best'

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
Daniel I. Small
Litigation attorney Dan Small authored an article for Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly recounting a high-profile Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) criminal prosecution case that came in the early stages of his career. Mr. Small shares the unexpected challenges he faced as a young lawyer thrust into the lead role for a complex trial involving multiple fatalities in a grain elevator explosion, including the court's inflexible schedule and the pressure to proceed despite limited experience and preparation time. The article offers a compelling glimpse into the realities of trial practice and the importance of adaptability and perseverance in the face of daunting circumstances.

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