Dani Alexis Ryskamp, J.D.
Dani Alexis Ryskamp, J.D., is a multifaceted legal professional with extensive experience in insurance defense, personal injury, and medical malpractice law. Her diverse background includes valuable internships in criminal defense, which have enriched her understanding of various legal sectors. She served as the Executive Note Editor of the Michigan Telecommunications and Technology Law Review, demonstrating a strong commitment to legal scholarship. Dani graduated with a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School in 2007, following a summa cum laude B.A. in English from Ferris State University in 2004. She is an active member of the Michigan State Bar and the American Bar Association, reflecting her dedication to the legal profession.
Currently, Dani has channeled her legal expertise into a successful career as a freelance writer and book critic, primarily focusing on the legal and literary markets. Her writing portfolio encompasses a wide range of topics, including landmark settlements in medical negligence cases, jury awards in personal injury lawsuits, and analyses of legal trial tactics. Her work not only showcases her legal acumen but also her exceptional ability to communicate complex legal issues effectively to a broader audience. Dani's unique blend of legal practice experience and her prowess in legal writing positions her at the intersection of law and literature, allowing her to contribute meaningfully to both fields.
Dani earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Ferris State University, where she was involved in various activities, including serving as a tutor at the Writing Center, editor in chief of the Muskegon River Review, president of the Dead Poets' Society, secretary of the Public Administration Association, and a member of the varsity synchronized skating team. She obtained her Doctor of Law from the University of Michigan Law School, participating in the Michigan Telecommunications and Technology Law Review, Wolverine Street Law Moot Court, and the Mock Trial Team. Additionally, Dani holds a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature/Letters from Western Michigan University, where she was a graduate assistant for the Hilltop Review.
Jury Awards $16.2 Million After Amazon Delivery Van Crash Injured Child
A Georgia jury recently awarded $16.2 million to the family of an 8-year-old boy who was injured when he was run over by an Amazon delivery van in 2022. The boy suffered a broken pelvis and a degloving injury, which required skin grafts to treat. He has permanent scarring as a result of the accident.
Posted on August 29, 2024 in Auto, Bikes, & Trucks & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & News
Effectively Challenge an Opposing Expert Witness
Learn how to effectively challenge an opposing expert witness by understanding the Daubert standard, exploring the basics of expert witness challenges, and mastering the strategies and timing for a successful Daubert challenge.
Posted on May 9, 2024 in Daubert & Frye & Featured & Evidence Rules
Judge Increases Exxon Verdict to $816 Million in Cancer Case
A Philadelphia judge recently added delay damages to a jury’s verdict in a case involving a cancer patient and Exxon Mobil Corp. The added damages raised the total verdict against the oil and gas giant to $816 million.
Posted on October 16, 2024 in Product Liability & Settlements & Verdicts & News
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Posted on June 11, 2024 in Mass Tort & Class Actions & Featured & News
Philadelphia Hospital Seeks to Overturn $45 Million Verdict
Philadelphia’s Temple University Hospital recently filed to overturn a $45 million jury verdict. In its post-trial brief, the hospital argues that the jury came to contradictory findings: that the hospital was responsible for the plaintiff’s injuries but also that the plaintiff was negligent for eating chicken against medical advice.
Posted on September 18, 2024 in Medical Malpractice & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & News
Amputee Receives Additional $3.7 Million After “Disingenuous” Hospital Appeal
A plaintiff who won a $26 million medical malpractice verdict against a Pennsylvania hospital recently received an additional $3.7 million after a Philadelphia judge found the hospital’s attempts to undo the original verdict “disingenuous.”
Posted on October 19, 2023 in Medical Malpractice & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & News
NYC Girl Awarded $4 Million Settlement for Crash That Killed Her Father
Nearly ten years after losing her father in a car crash, a New York City girl received a $4 million settlement from the trucking company involved in the accident.
Posted on September 5, 2023 in Wrongful Death & Auto, Bikes, & Trucks & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & News
Motorcyclist Who Suffered Amputation Receives $7M Settlement
A motorcyclist who suffered a traumatic foot amputation in a vehicle crash received a $7M settlement addressing the injuries. Attorneys Griffin M. O’Hanlon and John G. Baker of Norfolk, Virginia represented the injured plaintiff.
Posted on December 14, 2023 in Auto, Bikes, & Trucks & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & News
Ohio Case Ends in Unanimous $1.3 Million Premises Liability Verdict
Jury deliberations in a Cuyahoga County, Ohio premises liability case ended recently with a unanimous decision to award $1.3 million to an injured plaintiff.
Posted on April 2, 2024 in Premises Liability & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & News
Navigating Camp Lejeune Litigation: 5 More Things Attorneys Need to Know
Contaminated water at Camp Lejeune (1953-1987) resulted in health problems from VOCs, leading to ongoing lawsuits; challenges include proving connections, involving experts, and engaging various law firms under the 2022 Camp Lejeune Justice Act.
Posted on August 16, 2023 in Mass Tort & Environmental Disasters & Mass Torts & Featured & Industry Reports