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USING A “REPTILE” STYLE OPENING STATEMENT

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

Since the publication the defense bar has concentrated on how to prevent and object to use of this approach. An effective opening statement leaves the jury with nothing on their mind except what the defendant did. Less is more in making an openings statement. No advocacy. You are not a commentator at this point.

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What is Litigation Consulting, and How Can It Help Your Case?

Jonathan Leach LLC

At Jonathan Leach LLC in El Paso, we offer a variety of services, including litigation consulting, witness preparation, and mock trials. When you become too familiar with the details, you can lose the objective. We can help you find expert witnesses and provide you with insight on how the judge might be.

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OBSERVATIONS ABOUT CROSS EXAMINATION

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

They just launch off without any particular objective other than an impeachment they have available. They just have a general sense they want to prove the witness is wrong or a liar. Demonstrating the bias of the witness to undermine the testimony offered 2. We need specific focused objectives thought out and planned in advance.

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DON’T WIN THE BATTLE BUT LOSE THE WAR OVER CAUSATION AS A TRIAL ISSUE

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

The reality is that a jury, following the jury instructions can find significant negligent conduct they object to, but conclude it did not cause the harm plaintiff is complaining about. The term “direct evidence” refers to evidence that is given by a witness who has directly perceived something at issue in this case.

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A SIMPLE SUMMARY OF TRIAL CONCEPTS

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

I want to treat everyone, including the defendant, the judge, the court personnel and witnesses with appropriate respect. In my experience jurors have consistently objected to attorney anger, unprofessional or disrespectful conduct. Opening Statement. I dont need to be friendly, but I do mean to be calm and in control.