Many trial simulation exercises are doomed to produce unreliable feedback or outcomes. Here are some thoughts about that together with a possible solution.
Avoiding Procrastination at Trial
We often forget that Rule 403 also
precludes evidence that wastes the jury’s time. I like to refer to that as trial procrastination.
A New Way to Think About Evidence, Part 2
Witness Credibility: the other reason for introducing evidence.
A New Way to Think About Evidence, Part 1
If you try cases, then admitting or objecting to the admission of evidence has to be in your life blood.
Hearsay and State of Mind
This article unpacks the multi-layered meaning and application of the phrase “state of mind” at trial.
Gaining Case Insight Through Mock Judges
How does one find a mock judge to hear legal arguments in a case? There are several potential solutions.