What’s It Like to Try an In-Person Jury Trial During the COVID Pandemic?
During a brief window of time — before the most recent surge in COVID-19 cases — I had the good fortune to... Read More
How to Get Jurors to Obey the Judge’s Instructions
We are a nation hopelessly addicted to a constant flow of information, from the important to the trivial, continuously streamed to us... Read More
What Jurors Really Think, Part 4: Professionalism
Last week, I had the opportunity to talk with members of the Forensic Expert Witness Association about what jurors expect from expert... Read More
What Jurors Really Think, Part 3: Presenting Evidence
As we continue digesting the information contained in the Cornell University School of Law Review article authored by Judge Amy St. Eve and... Read More
What Jurors Really Think, Part 1: Organization
U.S. District Judge Amy J. St. Eve and Gretchen Scavo, her former law clerk who now oversees attorney training at Winston &... Read More
Finding Scrooge: Trial-Tested Tips for Seating a Defense-Friendly Jury
The holidays are a wonderful time of generosity, when we open our hearts and wallets to those we love, and sometimes, complete... Read More
Vacated J&J Verdict Offers Insight into Jury Deliberations
A recent ruling in California tossing a $417 million verdict against Johnson & Johnson provides trial lawyers with a priceless peek into... Read More
The Benefits (and Occasional Perils) of Using Statistics in Trial
A few weeks ago, one of my #TrialTwitter friends asked whether anyone had experience with using statistics in opening statement. It prompted... Read More
Is There a Perception Problem with the American Jury System?
If you search for “jury duty” on social media, you’re likely to find more than a few posts of people whining about it. The litany... Read More
Learning About Your Jury from Facebook Likes
If you’re a trial lawyer preparing for jury selection, it’s likely that the majority of your potential jurors will have a Facebook... Read More