Episode 28: Product Liability Law and Legal Writing with Trial Attorney Jesse Blocher

Jesse Blocher is the author of a recently published book, "Wisconsin Tort Law: Products Liability," published by State Bar of Wisconsin PINNACLE®. He's also an award-winning author for Wisconsin Lawyer magazine. In this episode of the Bottom Up Podcast, produced by the State Bar, the conversation explores Jesse's journey into law, the challenges faced by young lawyers, the decline of jury trials, and the intricacies of product liability law. A partner at Habush, Habush & Rottier, Jesse shares insights on how young lawyers can become go-to attorneys in trial practice, offers tips for success along the way, and discusses how writing projects have helped him develop various aspects of his practice. The sole author of the first of a three-part series on tort law, Jesse shares his writing process and discusses how lawyers can be mentors to the next generation through writing. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Bottom Up Podcast 00:29 New Developments at the State Bar of Wisconsin 01:49 Meet the Author: Jesse Blocher 02:43 Jesse Blocher's Journey into Law 08:01 Early Career Challenges and Opportunities 12:21 The Disappearing Jury Trial 16:55 Exploring Products Liability Law 20:44 The Upcoming Tort Law Book Series 23:21 The Collaborative Writing Process 25:20 Motivations Behind Writing the Book 27:16 The Impact of 2011 Legislative Changes 31:15 Understanding Products Liability Cases 34:35 Real-World Applications of Products Liability 38:26 Challenges in Legal Writing 41:44 Target Audience and Practical Advice