Navigating the complex landscape of personal trauma can often feel isolating, particularly for those in the legal profession. In this episode of Listening to Lawyers, hosted by Amber Ault, guest Attorney Dean R. Dietrich shares a deeply personal story that sheds light on unexpected adversity and the journey toward understanding and healing.

Dean recounts a tragic event that occurred five years ago, when he accidentally struck a person with his car. While driving home on a darker evening after the daylight savings time change, an older gentleman, who had vision problems, stepped into the road. Despite Dean's immediate response to call for help, the man passed away shortly after the incident.

This traumatic experience left a profound mark on Dean, prompting him to grapple with questions of responsibility and guilt. "I now pass that route almost every day ... it stays with you," he reflects, highlighting the lingering impact of one fateful night.

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