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The Science of Visual Persuasion: How Graphics Influence Juror Decision-Making

Sound Jury Blog

They’re professionals, parents, and citizens being asked to evaluate nuanced legal theories, expert testimony, and large volumes of evidence. Well-designed trial graphics break down complexity, keep the jury focused, and reinforce your themes. Why Visual Learning Matters in Courtrooms Most jurors aren’t lawyers.

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The Quiet Force Behind Successful Outcomes: Pretrial Motions

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

They are a critical part of the strategy, helping us protect our clients’ rights, control what evidence reaches the jury, and, in some cases, end the case altogether. If you have a viable argument that evidence was obtained in violation of your rights, your Overland Park criminal defense attorney will move to suppress that evidence.

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Litigation Consulting in Complex Cases: Navigating Challenges

Jonathan Leach LLC

This service provides a range of activities, including developing trial strategies, assisting with jury selection, conducting jury research, and preparing witnesses for trial to form a strong case. Expertise in Trial Strategy One primary advantage of hiring a trial consultant is their expertise in trial strategy.

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10 Biases That Affect Jury Verdicts

Jury Analyst

Here are ten common biases and how they influence juror decision-making : Confirmation Bias : Jurors favor evidence that aligns with their beliefs, ignoring contradictory information. Racial Bias : Subtle racial assumptions affect credibility judgments and evidence interpretation.

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Is Marking Documents as “Work Product” an Admission that the Duty to Preserve is Triggered?

E-Discovery LLC

31, 2014), the court wrote that: LendingTree’s duty to preserve evidence arose no later than its assertion of the attorney work product privilege. The doctrine was stated in LendingTree, LLC v. Zillow, Inc., 2014 WL 1309305, at *10 (W.D.N.C. See, e.g., Siani v. State Univ. C09–407 (JFB)(WDW), 2010 WL 3170664, at *5 (E.D.N.Y.

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2024 Litigation Resolutions for All Litigators

Sound Jury Blog

In the spirit of correcting past problems and forging new habits, here’s a list of litigation resolutions – from case intake to closing argument – to put your trial strategy either back on track or to keep it on track. Doing so arms jurors with critical evidence which they can use to fight for your side.

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7 Data-Driven Strategies for Effective Voir Dire Questions

Jury Analyst

" "On a scale of 0 to 10, how confident are you in your ability to set aside sympathy when evaluating evidence?" By embedding the Juror Scoring Engine into your voir dire workflow, your team gains a clear, evidence-based roadmap for jury challengesmaximizing the likelihood of seating a fair, favorable panel.