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The Power of Media Coverage: How it Shapes Jurors’ Perceptions and How Scientific Jury Analysis Can Help Mitigate Bias

Jury Analyst

Here are some ways in which it can assist legal professionals: · Pre-Trial Data Analysis : Scientific jury analysis involves studying the demographics, attitudes, and beliefs of potential jurors in the context of media exposure. Controlling Media Exposure : Lawyers can request measures to limit or regulate media coverage during the trial.

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Judge Allows Eyebrow Testimony as Quadruple Murder Case Inches Closer to Trial

Practice of Law

The defense sought to have her testimony and any mention of bushy eyebrows barred from evidence. Citing it as unreliable and irrelevant, they argued that the witness had been drinking, was sleepy, and only saw the figure for seconds. Prosecutors intend to have her testify.