Zach Barreto
Zach Barreto is a distinguished professional in the legal industry, currently serving as the Senior Vice President of Research at the Expert Institute. With a deep understanding of a broad range of legal practice areas, Zach's expertise encompasses personal injury, medical malpractice, mass torts, defective products, and many other sectors. His skills are particularly evident in handling complex litigation matters, including high-profile cases like the Opioids litigation, NFL Concussion Litigation, California Wildfires, 3M earplugs, Elmiron, Transvaginal Mesh, NFL Concussion Litigation, Roundup, Camp Lejeune, Hernia Mesh, IVC filters, Paraquat, Paragard, Talcum Powder, Zantac, and many others.
Under his leadership, the Expert Institute’s research team has expanded impressively from a single member to a robust team of 100 professionals over the last decade. This growth reflects his ability to navigate the intricate and demanding landscape of legal research and expert recruitment effectively. Zach has been instrumental in working on nationally significant litigation matters, including cases involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, toxic chemical exposure, and wrongful death, among others.
At the Expert Institute, Zach is responsible for managing all aspects of the research department and developing strategic institutional relationships. He plays a key role in equipping attorneys for success through expert consulting, case management, strategic research, and expert due diligence provided by the Institute’s cloud-based legal services platform, Expert iQ.
Educationally, Zach holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and European History from Vanderbilt University.
$3.5M Verdict Upheld Against Hospital for Negligent Blood Clot Treatment
A Texas appellate court upheld a $3.5M verdict against a medical group for negligence, affirming damages for a paramedic's future medical needs and lost income.
Posted on November 5, 2024 in News
DOJ Reaches $102 Million Settlement in Baltimore Bridge Collapse
A cargo ship crash at Baltimore’s Key Bridge led to tragic fatalities, environmental havoc, and huge cleanup costs. The ship’s owners settled with the DOJ for $102M.
Posted on October 29, 2024 in News
$30M Injury Award Against Hilton Cut to $10M
Hilton was sued for failing to fix faulty sliding doors, leading to a $2.1M compensatory and reduced $10M punitive award for a guest's severe injuries.
Posted on November 7, 2024 in News
College Pays $8M to Settle Basketball Players' Abuse Suit
New Mexico State University settled an $8 million lawsuit over alleged neglect, sexual assault, and false imprisonment of basketball players.
Posted on October 12, 2023 in Featured & News
Purdue Creditors Granted Right to Sue Sacklers for $11.5 Billion
Creditors can now pursue $11.5B in claims against Purdue Pharma's Sackler family, with mediation ongoing. Supreme Court nixed prior $6B settlement deal.
Posted on November 13, 2024 in News
Your Expert’s CV is a Highlight Reel. Radar is the Full Story.
Relying solely on expert witness CVs is risky, as they often omit crucial details. Expert Radar uses AI to uncover hidden biases, conflicts, and contradictions for stronger case prep.
Posted on November 4, 2024 in Working with Experts
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Files Suit Against Several Prescription Drug Middlemen in Response to Artificially Inflated Costs for Insulin
FTC Takes Legal Action Against Prescription Drug Middlemen for Driving Up Insulin Costs Through Anti-Competitive Practices
Posted on October 9, 2024 in News
Marathon Digital fined $138 Million for Breaching an Agreement with Cryptocurrency Investor
Michael Ho wins $138 million in a high-stakes cryptocurrency litigation, impacting industry regulations and investment behaviors.
Posted on August 15, 2024 in Featured & News
Missouri Jury Awards $159M To Family Of Man Slain On Amtrak
A federal jury in Missouri returned a nearly $159 million verdict in favor of the decedent’s family against Amtrak for failing to enforce adequate safety and security protocols on its train and for failing to promptly respond to reports of gunshots and an injured passenger.
Posted on February 22, 2024 in Featured & News
Federal Rule 705: Expert Opinions Without Immediate Disclosure
Federal Rule of Evidence 705 offers experts a streamlined path to present opinions, balancing clarity with strategic depth, and inviting full exploration only when challenged.
Posted on October 31, 20240