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A SIMPLE SUMMARY OF TRIAL CONCEPTS

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

I want to treat everyone, including the defendant, the judge, the court personnel and witnesses with appropriate respect. To do so, they will construct their understanding of the case as the story unfolds. Direct examination. My direct and cross will be the clients story and our theme. Cross examination.

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The Art of Preparation: A Comprehensive Guide to Mock Trial Training

Jonathan Leach LLC

Participants of mock trials in El Paso will learn how to construct compelling arguments, effectively present evidence, and cross-examine witnesses. The art of persuasion, eloquence, and the ability to think on your feet is developed through practice sessions and constructive feedback from peers and mentors.

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By the Rules: Techniques for Writing Persuasive Rules

WA Bar News

Generally, choose to quote favorable parts of a rule, when a binding court said it best, and paraphrase parts of a rule to construct a sentence logically or where you can say something with greater clarity. Cross-examination is the principal means by which the believability of a witness and the truth of his testimony are tested.

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Confirmation Bias: The Science Behind its Impact on Jury Selection and Litigation

Jury Analyst

Confirmation bias explains why it often feels futile to argue politics with someone with a different viewpoint; you can construct the best argument in the world, and it wont override a persons drive to maintain their beliefs. Prime suspect: An examination of factors that aggravate and counteract confirmation bias in criminal investigations.