Jury Instructions, Manufacturing and Objections

USING A “REPTILE” STYLE OPENING STATEMENT

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. If the driver does not, even for an instant, and someone is hurt, the driver is responsible for the harm A manufacturer is never allowed to needlessly endanger the public. Jurors want guidance. Do it before they hear your case.

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Strobel v. Johnson & Johnson: Got a Hearsay Problem? Don't Give Up.

Evidence at Trial

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

But with hearsay having so many exceptions, the most obvious objection may not be the most effective. Judicial Council Of California Civil Jury Instruction 202, Judicial Council Of California Civil Jury Instruction 202. A sustained objection isn’t necessarily a dead end. What about relevance?

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USING A “REPTILE” STYLE OPENING STATEMENT

Strobel v. Johnson & Johnson: Got a Hearsay Problem? Don't Give Up.

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