The John Edwards Jury: Deliberate Deliberations
After seven days, jurors are still deliberating over the fate of John Edwards. Why is it taking so long? The answer is... Read More
Social Media, the Court of Public Opinion and George Zimmerman’s Defense
Facebook. Twitter. Websites. Blogs. Social media is an inexpensive, readily-available source for gauging public opinion. And it’s working its way into litigation... Read More
Heicklen Jury Tampering Indictment Dismissed
Julian Heicklen. Remember him? He’s the 80-year retired chemistry professor who was indicted for jury tampering because he liked to pass out... Read More
Trust Me, I’m Credible!
As I was sitting in federal court yesterday observing testimony of a key witness, I found myself distrusting the witness. And the... Read More
Show Me the Money! Suggestions for plaintiff voir dire on damages.
Money. Plaintiffs hope to receive lots. Defendants hope to pay none. No matter which side of the aisle you’re on, addressing damages... Read More
More on Jury Nullification and Julian Heicklen…
As you may know (or have read in our blog, or others), Julian P. Heicklen was criminally charged with jury tampering by... Read More