Splitting Hairs Over Trial Themes
Ever had a stubborn client who refused to consider any plausible explanations for the conduct at issue besides his own? We’ve all... Read More
The Rhyming Theme of OJ’s Dream Team
“If it doesn’t fit, you must acquit.” The most legendary trial theme of my lifetime. Probably yours, too (assuming you’re older than... Read More
How a Cold-Hearted Bully Illustrates the Importance of Theme Development
Remember when the name “Lance Armstrong” was synonymous with cycling, Tour de France, and über-athleticism? And remember how all that love came... Read More
Storytelling in Trial: Why It Matters
Storytelling. It’s a word jury consultants use all of the time. We’re always encouraging our clients to tell stories to the jury... Read More
Finding Themes and Taglines on A Dime Store Budget
All too often, “trial themes” and “taglines” do not enter into one’s stream of consciousness until settlement fails and the jury trial... Read More
Yes Virginia, Patents Tell Stories Too
Patent cases are perhaps the most challenging cases to try to a jury, especially from a Defendant’s point of view. As a... Read More