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. Deposition practice is one of the most over-looked aspects of litigation preparation.

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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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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 jury bias and its profound effects on jury selection and decision-making processes. Confirmation bias permeates the litigation process, affecting various stages, from trial preparation to jury deliberation.

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Voir Dire Jury Selection Jury Deliberation Evidence 40

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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Jonathan Leach LLC

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Our consultants understand the stakes during complex litigation and will help you get more prepared and confident with your claim. Additionally, trial consultants may act as observers during voir dire. The jury then renders a verdict based on the information that they have heard and the evidence they have seen.

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Voir Dire Jury Selection Witnesses Evidence 52

Jury Analyst

JULY 6, 2023

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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Jury Selection Litigation Evidence Jury Deliberation 40

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. The results can also inform oral voir dire strategies. However, most people behave as intuitive psychologists in their everyday lives.

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