Jury Analyst

JULY 17, 2023

In the previous articles of our series on confirmation bias, aka Perception Bias in the legal system, we explored the profound impact of confirmation bias on jury selection and decision-making processes. Trial consultants whose strategies are premised on pseudoscience can lead to ineffective and biased jury selection.

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Jury Analyst

JULY 6, 2023

Trial lawyers are keenly aware of how crucial a role that the composition of a jury plays in determining the outcome of a trial. 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.

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Jury Analyst

JULY 11, 2023

In our previous article, “Confirmation Bias: The Science Behind its Impact on Jury Selection and Litigation ”, we explored the concept of confirmation bias and its profound effects on jury selection and decision-making processes. We emphasized the need to recognize and address this cognitive bias in the legal system.

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Jury Analyst

MAY 22, 2024

A juror tasked with objective deliberation and verdict issuance based on evidence presented in court embodies the foundational aspect of a fair trial. This article offers insight into the critical nature of maintaining the sanctity of jury deliberations, revealing how even a single act of misconduct might tilt the scales of justice.

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Jury Analyst

MAY 9, 2023

Research has shown that extraverts may be more likely to speak up during jury deliberations and may be more persuasive in convincing other jurors to adopt their views [13]. This can greatly impact deliberation, as an extraverted individual with a biased opinion can contribute greatly to groupthink.

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