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Jury Bias: Uncovering its Influence on Trials

Jury Analyst

Oral Voir Dire & Jury Selection: Confirmation bias can extend to oral voir dire and the process of jury selection. These predetermined expectations about what makes a good juror can skew how jurors are evaluated during jury selection, regardless of what the evidence collected during voir dire questioning suggests.

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The Power of Confirmation Bias: Uncovering its Influence on Trials

Jury Analyst

Oral Voir Dire & Jury Selection: Confirmation bias can extend to oral voir dire and the process of jury selection. These predetermined expectations about what makes a good juror can skew how jurors are evaluated during jury selection, regardless of what the evidence collected during voir dire suggests.

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2024 Litigation Resolutions for All Litigators

Sound Jury Blog

Initial Case Strategy “I resolve to start thinking about my jury story BEFORE discovery even starts.” Too often we see trial teams begin thinking about their jury story near or at the close of discovery. formulate a voir dire plan and stop winging it.” At this point, it’s a “What did we find out?”

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Understanding Jury Duty and Misconduct in the Legal Arena

Jury Analyst

These questions lie at the heart of ongoing legal debates, prompting increased scrutiny of juror selection and education. As such, educational efforts and stricter controls are continuously implemented to safeguard the sanctity of jury deliberations. Can societal structures condition jurors to lean towards bias unconsciously?

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Understanding Jury Duty and Misconduct in the Legal Arena

Jury Analyst

These questions lie at the heart of ongoing legal debates, prompting increased scrutiny of juror selection and education. As such, educational efforts and stricter controls are continuously implemented to safeguard the sanctity of jury deliberations. Can societal structures condition jurors to lean towards bias unconsciously?