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

Jury Analyst

In order for the legal process to successfully uphold the ideal of a defendants right to a fair trial, jurors must evaluate the evidence that informs the verdict in a fair and impartial manner. These pre-existing beliefs can color their perception and evaluation of the evidence. Participants were divided into two groups.

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Unveiling the Power of Juror Questionnaires and AI in Law

Jury Analyst

Theres always this cross-over between the facts and evidence and our beliefs. Rachel mentions the importance of getting to know your jury and not shying away from that, and boldly states, Voir Dire/jury selection is the only chance youll have to get to know the deciders in your case! So all the data you can get is fantastic.

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Unveiling the Power of Juror Questionnaires and AI in Law

Jury Analyst

There’s always this cross-over between the facts and evidence and our beliefs. Rachel mentions the importance of getting to know your jury and not shying away from that, and boldly states, “ Voir Dire/jury selection is the only chance you’ll have to get to know the deciders in your case!

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2024 Litigation Resolutions for All Litigators

Sound Jury Blog

motions in limine), but even some of those should be thought of as squirrels since they distract you from your carefully constructed litigation plan. formulate a voir dire plan and stop winging it.” Instead, write your closing based on the answers to these three questions: 1) What evidence or testimony is most true on its face?

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Understanding Confirmation Bias in Legal Contexts: The Science Behind its Impact on Jury Selection and Litigation Understanding Confirmation Bias in Legal Contexts: 

Jury Analyst

For the legal process to successfully uphold the ideal of a defendants right to a fair trial, jurors must evaluate the evidence that informs the verdict fairly and impartially. These pre-existing beliefs can color their perception and evaluation of the evidence. Participants were divided into two groups.

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Understanding Confirmation Bias in Legal Contexts: The Science Behind its Impact on Jury Selection and Litigation Understanding Confirmation Bias in Legal Contexts: 

Jury Analyst

In order for the legal process to successfully uphold the ideal of a defendants’ right to a fair trial, jurors must evaluate the evidence that informs the verdict in a fair and impartial manner. These pre-existing beliefs can color their perception and evaluation of the evidence. Participants were divided into two groups.

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Jury Pool Size and Process

Jury Analyst

A large group of potential jurors is summoned to court, where they are questioned to ascertain their suitability for impartial judgment – a phase known as voir dire. Voir dire directly influences the representativeness of a trial’s jury. A larger jury pool allows for a more thorough voir dire.