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297. Kenneth R. Feinberg — Behind the 9/11 Compensation Fund: Navigating Tragedy & Complex Mediation [Encore Edition]


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Kenneth R. Feinberg is a renowned alternative mediation and dispute resolution attorney, best recognized for his pivotal role as Special Master of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. 

His work, however, spans a wide range of other major settlements, including overseeing compensation efforts for the Agent Orange case, the BP Deepwater Horizon spill, and the Boston Marathon bombing — managing the distribution of billions to victims and their families.

In this timely encore edition episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill and Ken discuss:

  • The deeply subjective nature of assigning monetary value to human life
  • The often underappreciated influence individuals truly possess
  • Key takeaways from the groundbreaking initiative to compensate 9/11 victims

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    Show Notes:

    00:00 – Introduction to Ken Feinberg and the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund

    02:52 – Ken Feinberg's Journey to Becoming a Lawyer

    04:12 – The Challenges and Emotional Toll of the 9/11 Fund

    07:21 – Pro Bono Work and Financial Sacrifices

    08:44 – Calculating Compensation and Legal Complexities

    13:32 – The Emotional Impact and Mistakes Made

    25:58 – Lessons Learned and Future Outlook

    29:35 – Ken Feinberg's Personal Reflections and Advice

    36:26 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts



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    Links & Resources

    • Watch Worth on Netflix
    • What is Life Worth? by Kenneth R. Feinberg
    • Agent Orange Settlement Fund
    • Deepwater Horizon Settlement
    • Boston Marathon Settlements 


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