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![In 2005, The Jury Expert was developed by the American Society of Trial Consultants to bring the latest research, skills, and strategy to the legal profession regarding how they try cases. In May of 2008, we transitioned to an online only publication and our growth has been exponential. Now, we […]](https://thejuryexpert.com/wp-content/uploads/publisher_thumb.png "We’ve Moved! The Jury Expert is now published by the ASTC Foundation!")
We’ve Moved! The Jury Expert is now published by the ASTC Foundation!
by Richard Gabriel and Rita HandrichPosted on July 31, 2012 | 2 CommentsIn 2005, The Jury Expert was developed by the American Society of Trial Consultants to bring the latest research, skills, and strategy to the legal profession regarding how they try cases. In May of 2008, we transitioned to an online only publication and our growth has been exponential. Now, we […] -
![Don't miss our trial consultant responses at the end of this article: Susan Macpherson and Kacy Miller, M.Ed. People who have known me for any length of time can tell you at least two things about me: (1) I am a trial attorney at a large firm; and (2) I […]](https://thejuryexpert.com/wp-content/uploads/diversity_thumb.png "Popular Culture and Diversity in the Courtroom")
Popular Culture and Diversity in the Courtroom
by Anthony P. AshtonPosted on July 31, 2012 | 2 CommentsDon't miss our trial consultant responses at the end of this article: Susan Macpherson and Kacy Miller, M.Ed. People who have known me for any length of time can tell you at least two things about me: (1) I am a trial attorney at a large firm; and (2) I […] -
![Tell ‘em what you’re going to tell ‘em; Tell ‘em; Tell ‘em what you told ‘em; Sit down. –an old trial truism that isn’t very true. Let me tell you a story: One fine day, The Three Bears sat down to eat breakfast. But their porridge was too hot, so […]](https://thejuryexpert.com/wp-content/uploads/prospective_thumb.png "The Closing Argument: Telling the Future, Not the Past")
The Closing Argument: Telling the Future, Not the Past
by Bob GerchenPosted on July 31, 2012 | 30 CommentsTell ‘em what you’re going to tell ‘em; Tell ‘em; Tell ‘em what you told ‘em; Sit down. –an old trial truism that isn’t very true. Let me tell you a story: One fine day, The Three Bears sat down to eat breakfast. But their porridge was too hot, so […] -
![Don't miss our trial consultant responses at the end of this article: Charlotte A. Morris, M.A., Judy H. Rothschild, Ph.D., and Ken Broda-Bahm, Ph.D. Many people can relate to the pain of being stuck outside on a winter day or caught without water after exercise. Recent psychological research, however, reveals that […]](https://thejuryexpert.com/wp-content/uploads/polaropposites_thumb.png "Polar Opposites: Empathy Does Not Extend Across the Political Aisle")
Polar Opposites: Empathy Does Not Extend Across the Political Aisle
by Ed O'Brien and Phoebe EllsworthPosted on July 31, 2012 | 8 CommentsDon't miss our trial consultant responses at the end of this article: Charlotte A. Morris, M.A., Judy H. Rothschild, Ph.D., and Ken Broda-Bahm, Ph.D. Many people can relate to the pain of being stuck outside on a winter day or caught without water after exercise. Recent psychological research, however, reveals that […] -
![While witnesses’ verbal and non-verbal behaviors affect their credibility, another factor in jurors’ perceptions of them is their appearance. Witnesses often ask us, “What should I wear when I testify in court?” Of course it is important to remember that a courtroom is a very conservative arena; therefore, our golden […]](https://thejuryexpert.com/wp-content/uploads/attire_thumb.png "Courtroom Attire: Ensuring Witness Attire Makes the Right Statement")
Courtroom Attire: Ensuring Witness Attire Makes the Right Statement
by Merrie Jo Pitera, Ph.D.Posted on July 31, 2012 | 27 CommentsWhile witnesses’ verbal and non-verbal behaviors affect their credibility, another factor in jurors’ perceptions of them is their appearance. Witnesses often ask us, “What should I wear when I testify in court?” Of course it is important to remember that a courtroom is a very conservative arena; therefore, our golden […] -
![Don't miss our trial consultant responses at the end of this article: Holly G. VanLeuven, MA and Katherine James, MFA. A Psychological Perspective on the Risks and Benefits of Positive Character Evidence In criminal trials, defense attorneys can call witnesses to testify about a defendant’s good character. Although the Federal […]](https://thejuryexpert.com/wp-content/uploads/hero_hypocrite_thumb.png "Hero or Hypocrite?")
Hero or Hypocrite?
by Daniel A. Effron, Ph.D.Posted on July 31, 2012 | 7 CommentsDon't miss our trial consultant responses at the end of this article: Holly G. VanLeuven, MA and Katherine James, MFA. A Psychological Perspective on the Risks and Benefits of Positive Character Evidence In criminal trials, defense attorneys can call witnesses to testify about a defendant’s good character. Although the Federal […] -
The ‘Hoodie Effect’: George, Trayvon and How it Might Have Happened
by Douglas L. Keene, Ph.D. and Rita R. Handrich, Ph.D.Posted on May 29, 2012 | 16 CommentsTwo trial consultants apply social science research findings to the crafting of prosecution and defense trial narratives. How can the George Zimmerman/Trayvon Martin case be explained to jurors? -
10 Tips For Preparing The Crazy Witness For a Media Frenzied Trial
by Katherine James, MFAPosted on May 29, 2012 | 4 CommentsPractical and plain language advice on how to manage "crazy" witnesses in highly publicized trials. -
“A Parade of Horribles”—Broccoli, Burial Markets, and Justice Scalia’s Wife: The Role of Analogies in Human Decision-Making from Justices to Jurors
by Ryan A. Malphurs, Ph.D. and L. Hailey DrescherPosted on May 29, 2012 | 7 CommentsAdopting lessons learned at the Supreme Court in using analogies to assist in telling your story at trial. -
Principles in Persuasion: Beyond Characteristics of the Speaker
by Brad Bradshaw, Ph.D.Posted on March 27, 2012 | 1 CommentWhat do you need to know about persuasion? The author of a recent book on persuasion summarizes the research so you know what to do now.