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What Is Voir Dire In Law And What Is Its Purpose? 

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The process of voir dire stands as the crucial pillar in the world of law. Voir dire is derived from an old French word “ to speak the truth.” If you want to be a part of a jury, understanding this process is crucial. If you want to be a part of a jury, understanding this process is crucial.

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Your Voir Dire Questions: Don’t Be Scared of Simple

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As you can tell from the fact that I’m writing about it, I did not get selected for the jury. By Dr. Ken Broda-Bahm: Yesterday, I spent the full day as a prospective juror at the Lindsey-Flanigan Courthouse in Denver. Alas, I was just one of the many “gallery ghosts” watching as others were questioned, […]

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

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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. Trial consultants whose strategies are premised on pseudoscience can lead to ineffective and biased jury selection.

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The Power of Confirmation Bias: Uncovering its Influence on Trials

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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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Understanding Confirmation Bias in Legal Contexts: The Science Behind its Impact on Jury Selection and Litigation Understanding Confirmation Bias in Legal Contexts: 

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In legal contexts, confirmation is particularly relevant as it can significantly influence jury selection and the overall fairness of the legal process. In this article we will lay the foundation for our deeper exploration of confirmation bias in jury selection and litigation , which will be covered in subsequent blog articles.

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Unveiling the Power of Juror Questionnaires and AI in Law

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In the latest episode of our podcast, we unravel the power of Supplemental Juror Questionnaires (SJQs), shedding light on their potential to increase juror disclosure and combat common courtroom issues, and AI in jury selection and how it can be used to analyze data, predict juror behavior, and provide valuable insights before trial.

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Don’t Select Your Jury on Gut or Habit: Create a Unique Jury Profile for Every Case

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By Dr. Ken Broda-Bahm: Of all the areas of legal lore, perhaps none are more loaded down with mystique than jury selection.