Jonathan Leach LLC

JUNE 10, 2024

Discuss which side needs to prove what and what the standards of evidence are needed. Use all evidence (documents, photographs, physical evidence, and expert reports) to support your case. Create a Case Outline your case, including the key points you need to prove, the evidence you will present, and the witnesses you will call.

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Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Opening statement, witness examination & summation Depositions  Review all depositions & index for access at trial  Create summary of relevant testimony with index to access at trial  Decide how to use at trial. .  Index & make summary of relevant information for use at trial. Decide how to use at trial.

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E-Discovery LLC

MAY 27, 2024

The trial judge stated: “And certainly if you [defense counsel] want a little break to investigate him, to examine him, meaning outside of the courtroom, you know, to in any way interview him to prepare for the cross-examination, the Court would be happy to give you time to do that in an abundance of caution.” Rule 4-263(n).

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CaseFox

MARCH 24, 2023

Help you gather evidence After a car accident, it is important to gather evidence to support your claim. An experienced car accident attorney can help you gather the necessary evidence, such as witness statements, police reports, and medical records, to build a strong case.

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Complex Discovery

JULY 16, 2024

This article examines the diverse applications of AI by various media outlets, highlighting both the potential benefits and the challenges posed by this technology. As media organizations continue to experiment with AI, it is evident that human oversight remains crucial in maintaining journalistic standards.

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Complex Discovery

AUGUST 16, 2024

Traditionally, legal teams relied on manual review, a meticulous and labor-intensive process in which human reviewers examine every document to determine its relevance and responsiveness. The importance of recall lies in its ability to reduce the risk of missing critical evidence.

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Discovery Advocate

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

The CLOUD Act has two major routes of application that impact cross-border data sharing : First, the CLOUD Act empowers U.S. civil and criminal law to define a party’s requirement to produce evidence pursuant to a subpoena, document request, regulatory inquiry or similar. LEAs to compel U.S.

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Jonathan Leach LLC

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Participants of mock trials in El Paso will learn how to construct compelling arguments, effectively present evidence, and cross-examine witnesses. Mock trials teach aspirants how to address the judge and opposing counsel and introduce evidence. It can make all the difference in the success of your case.

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Complex Discovery

DECEMBER 27, 2024

For professionals in the eDiscovery ecosystem, this incident underscores the vital role undersea cables play in enabling cross-border data exchanges, cloud computing, and secure communication networks. The Baltic Sea has seen a recent spate of such incidents.

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Cross-Examination Telecommunications Evidence Technology 59

Gerry Oginski's New York Legal Blog

JUNE 3, 2017

You'll get to present your evidence. The jury will get to listen to cross-examination of the defense witnesses. The jury will get to listen to cross-examination of the defense witnesses. They will also be watching closely cross examination of your witnesses.

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Securities Docket

JULY 3, 2024

Nigeria’s money laundering trial against Binance and two executives was adjourned until July 5 following the cross-examination on Monday of the first witness from the country’s Securities and Exchange Commission. “He has had double pneumonia and malaria whilst in prison.”

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The Successful Lawyer

JANUARY 13, 2022

See yourself describing the important evidence in the context of your theory and theme. Visualize witness examinations. Watch your client’s demeanor as he or she is cross-examined as well. Imagine the actual cross-examination to help you prepare ways to preemptively neutralize it.

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Discovery Advocate

NOVEMBER 25, 2018

The CLOUD Act has two major routes of application that impact cross-border data sharing : First, the CLOUD Act empowers U.S. civil and criminal law to define a party’s requirement to produce evidence pursuant to a subpoena, document request, regulatory inquiry or similar. LEAs to compel U.S.

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Cross-Examination Subpoenas Litigation Evidence 100

Gerry Oginski's New York Legal Blog

JUNE 19, 2017

Instead, he can wait till after you finish putting on all your evidence and testimony. Show your evidence. The defense doesn't have to put on any evidence. They could sit back and simply cross-examine each witness you put on. The answer is "Yes," he can. Then, he can make his opening arguments.

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CaseFox

MAY 23, 2023

They work closely with clients to assess the strengths and weaknesses of their cases, develop legal strategies, and gather evidence to support their arguments. They are skilled in oral advocacy, presenting arguments persuasively in courtrooms, and cross-examining witnesses to establish their client’s positions.

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Litigation Cross-Examination Settlement Negotiations Legal Research 52

Complex Discovery

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Editor’s Note: This article provides a concise examination of key developments in the Russo-Ukrainian War over December 20-21, 2024, with a special focus on Ukraines groundbreaking use of robotic systems in combat and its implications for modern battlefield dynamics.

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Expert Witness Blog

MAY 24, 2024

The court opines that the defendants should use cross-examination to argue against Dr. Benedict’s methodology. The court notes that it is concerned with admissibility, not the credibility of Dr. Benedict or the weight of his testimony.

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WA Bar News

JULY 10, 2024

The Task Force was directed to “examine current and past bar examination methods, passage rates, and alternative licensure methods, assess disproportionate impacts on examinees of color and first generation examinees, consider the need for alternatives to the current bar exam, and analyze those potential alternatives.”

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Jonathan Leach LLC

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Similarly, trial consultants conduct jury research, which includes mock trials and focus groups, to gauge how potential jurors may react to specific arguments and evidence. This includes lessons on how to stay composed, answer questions clearly, and practice cross-examination.

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Temple University Beasley School of Law - Advocacy

AUGUST 29, 2023

In a capital case, the following cross-examination occurred: Q: On direct examination you said that you saw my client go into the alley. The cross of the cooperator went through the statement line by line, making the witness admit that every sentence that reduced the culpability of their client was A LIE. But this lawyer?

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Evidence at Trial

MARCH 22, 2023

One its expert witnesses walked the jury through powerful demonstrative evidence detailing DNA contamination in its crime lab. Must-Know Rule #2: A Substitute for Evidence Cannot Bypass Relevance Like any rule of evidence, the details mustn't swallow the whole. Harrison , 651 F.2d 2d 353, 355 (5th Cir. 1981); Gravert v.

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Temple University Beasley School of Law - Advocacy

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

And character testimony may be challenged on cross-examination. The Rules of Evidence do not permit the prosecutor to offer independent proof of the conviction – they may simply ask “have you heard about…” or “do you know” [the latter for opinion witnesses]. And everyone knows the old phrase that “questions are not evidence.”

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CaseFox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Hearsay is a legal objection to evidence that relies on secondhand information. Additionally, there is no chance of any cross-examination in this case. This evidence is usually prohibited by the case. Authentication Objection Authentication objection is in relation to the evidence.

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Objections Witnesses Evidence Cross-Examination 52

Jury Analyst

AUGUST 7, 2024

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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Temple University Beasley School of Law - Advocacy

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In one iteration of his “Ten Commandments” lecture on cross-examination, the famed advocacy teacher Irving Younger posited that ‘less is more.’ The post POLARIZE THE CASE appeared first on Advocacy and Evidence Resources. According to Younger, it will be the jurors who go in the back and say “mom was a $@*^* liar.”

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Burden Of Proof Cross-Examination Closing Argument Witnesses 40

Complex Discovery

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Complete Legal also contributed to this month’s focus with their in-depth examination of client success strategies. Such capabilities are essential for addressing the challenges of cross-border litigation and vast data volumes, ensuring higher efficiency and accuracy. Compliance and regulatory tools were also spotlighted this month.

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Government and Public Sector Technology Cross-Examination Energy and Utilities 69

Sound Jury Blog

MAY 14, 2024

Sometimes defense attorneys are stuck with this problem, such as in a product liability case where the client cannot admit liability no matter how strong the plaintiff’s evidence is. There was evidence the plaintiff might be able to do it himself, but there was also decent evidence that the plaintiff needed this assistance.

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Jury Analyst

JULY 17, 2023

We discussed how bias can lead to biased evaluations of evidence and witness testimony and the tendency to favor information that aligns with pre-existing beliefs during jury deliberations. By this point, it should be clear that once we hold a belief, we are naturally inclined to notice only evidence that supports it.

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Jury Selection Voir Dire Jury Instructions Objections 40

Jury Analyst

JULY 17, 2023

We discussed how bias can lead to biased evaluations of evidence and witness testimony, as well as the tendency to favor information that aligns with preexisting beliefs during jury deliberations. However, by this point, hopefully it has been established that once we have a belief, we are predisposed only to see evidence that reinforces it.

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Jury Selection Voir Dire Jury Instructions Objections 40

Jury Analyst

JULY 17, 2023

We discussed how bias can lead to biased evaluations of evidence and witness testimony, as well as the tendency to favor information that aligns with preexisting beliefs during jury deliberations. However, by this point, hopefully it has been established that once we have a belief, we are predisposed only to see evidence that reinforces it.

Jury Selection 40

Jury Selection Voir Dire Jury Instructions Objections 40

CaseFox

MAY 2, 2023

Criminal defense attorneys need to carry out the following tasks for their jobs: Negotiating and defending against charges Identify and gather witnesses Conducting interviews of witnesses Examining crime scenes and evidence Planning and presenting legal argument Planning and performing cross-examinations of witnesses Creative problem-solving to develop (..)

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Admissibility Witnesses Cross-Examination Restitution 52

CaseFox

MAY 2, 2023

Criminal defense attorneys need to carry out the following tasks for their jobs: Negotiating and defending against charges Identify and gather witnesses Conducting interviews of witnesses Examining crime scenes and evidence Planning and presenting legal argument Planning and performing cross-examinations of witnesses Creative problem-solving to develop (..)

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Admissibility Witnesses Cross-Examination Restitution 52

Complex Discovery

JULY 19, 2024

This article explores the defining characteristics of techno-journalists, examines the ethical challenges they face, particularly concerning plagiarism, patchwriting, and excessive aggregation, and discusses strategies for maintaining journalistic integrity in this rapidly evolving landscape.

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Government and Public Sector Technology Cross-Examination Education 64

Gerry Oginski's New York Legal Blog

JANUARY 23, 2018

I thought you're not supposed to allow the witness to explain anything when cross examining a witness," she said. "You're It's the jury who has to evaluate the evidence to determine who was believable. How the judge allowed this into evidence is beyond me. Why is that wrong?

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Joseph, Hollander & Craft

MAY 6, 2024

Anne artfully cross-examined the plaintiff’s own expert witnesses to support the client’s defense and cast doubt on the actions of others. “We The trial victory protected our client and her insurance company from nearly $2 million in claimed damages. Fortunately, the judge saw that her actions were clearly self-defense.”

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Education Mediation Finance and Banking Healthcare 52

Evidence at Trial

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

What is inadmissible character evidence (Rule 404(a)) to one judge might be admissible "other acts" evidence (Rule 404(b)) to another. —exclude the opinion on the ground that it is fulfilling its gatekeeping role to "ensure that any and all scientific testimony or evidence admitted is not only relevant, but reliable."

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Evidence Expert Testimony Admissibility Cross-Examination 52

E-Discovery LLC

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The Court set out the standard formula for spoliation – – there must be a duty to preserve, breach with a culpable state of mind, and prejudice, i.e., loss of “relevant” evidence that would have supported the claims or defenses of the discovering party. at *2; see Fed.R.Civ.P. 37(e)(for ESI).

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