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CONSIDER A TRIAL CHECKLIST

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

Once one has a basic trial checklist it can be expanded and modified for specific kinds of cases. Separate checklists can also be created for different time stages pending trial by a series of trial preparation checklists. It encourages us to review possible things that need to be done which have been overlooked.

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Strategies to Mitigate the Effect of Confirmation Bias During Jury Selection and Deliberation

Jury Analyst

Human behavior is a complex and multifaceted issue to navigate, which makes having an expert to aid in that navigation can be extremely beneficial during trial preparation. By challenging jurors’ biases through compelling arguments and evidence, legal professionals can encourage jurors to engage in more objective decision-making.

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No, You Don’t Have to Read Everything

Joshua Gilliland

Although he is not counsel of record in this case, I previously affirmed an order of the magistrate judge allowing the defendant to disclose the discovery materials to her husband, anticipating that he would assist with trial preparation. Determining the case story lawyers want to tell the jury focuses review to find that information.