Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

The reality is that a jury, following the jury instructions can find significant negligent conduct they object to, but conclude it did not cause the harm plaintiff is complaining about. Here are some thoughts about doing that There is a distinct connection of thought between evidence of cause and circumstantial evidence.

Burden Of Proof 183

Burden Of Proof Jury Instructions Jury Selection Evidence 183

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Decisions are not simply made on the basis of intellectual analysis of the testimony and evidence. In my experience jurors have consistently objected to attorney anger, unprofessional or disrespectful conduct. The primary factors prevail over facts, evidence and logical reasoning. Emotion plays a huge role. Case framing.

Cross-Examination 100

Cross-Examination Opening Statement Jury Selection Evidence 100

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Since the publication the defense bar has concentrated on how to prevent and object to use of this approach. Based this argument on jury instruction Cover each item one by one & explain 7 WHAT CAN THE JURY DO ABOUT IT? ” In this case the label rule can cause judges to object as improper instructing on the law.

Opening Statement 113

Opening Statement Objections Jury Instructions Witnesses 113

Evidence at Trial

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Beyond knowing the mechanics of the rules of evidence, effective advocates use the rules as weapons of persuasion. But with hearsay having so many exceptions, the most obvious objection may not be the most effective. Equally important is the ability to adjust to the constantly changing landscape of admitted and excluded evidence.

Evidence 52

Evidence Witnesses Jury Instructions Objections 52

Jury Analyst

MAY 19, 2023

The judicial system strives to provide fair and impartial trials, relying on jurors to evaluate evidence and make informed decisions. This blog post delves into the influence of media coverage on jurors’ perceptions of evidence and defendants, drawing upon the rich body of research in social psychology.

Jury Selection 40

Jury Selection Jury Instructions Evidence Voir Dire 40

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. However, the intuitive approach to jury selection is subject to cognitive biases and relies on subjective impressions and stereotypes.

Jury Selection 40

Jury Selection Voir Dire Jury Instructions Objections 40

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. However, the intuitive approach to jury selection is subject to cognitive biases and relies on subjective impressions and stereotypes.

Jury Selection 40

Jury Selection Voir Dire Jury Instructions Objections 40