E-Discovery LLC

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Generally, work product protects certain information prepared in anticipation of litigation. And, generally, the common-law duty to preserve is triggered when litigation is reasonably anticipated. 26(b)(3) protects “things that are prepared in anticipation of litigation or for trial” and Fed.R.Civ.P. emphasis added].

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Admissibility Litigation Discovery Evidence 130

Sound Jury Blog

JANUARY 8, 2024

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. Too often we see trial teams begin thinking about their jury story near or at the close of discovery.

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Jury Analyst

MAY 22, 2024

Modern trials have seen jurors access satellite images or visit crime scenes independently, which unequivocally contributes to verdicts being overturned. Litigants expect a fair trial, and introducing external evidence violates this expectation. Pronounced jury misconduct can lead to civil litigation.

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Evidence Jury Deliberation Jury Selection Jury Instructions 40

Jury Analyst

MAY 22, 2024

Modern trials have seen jurors access satellite images or visit crime scenes independently, which unequivocally contributes to verdicts being overturned. Litigants expect a fair trial, and introducing external evidence violates this expectation. Pronounced jury misconduct can lead to civil litigation.

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Evidence Jury Deliberation Jury Selection Jury Instructions 40