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Vol. 24/No. 2/March 2012 Archive
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Intellectual Property Cases: Ten Lessons From Pre-Trial Research
by Ellen Brickman, Ph.D. and Julie Blackman, Ph.D.Posted on March 27, 2012 | 4 CommentsA look at ten ways mock jurors and focus group respondents view and process information in intellectual property cases. -
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. -
The Art of Rehearsing for the Courtroom
by Suann Ingle, M.S. and Nancy J. Geenen, M.A. Ed., J.D.Posted on March 27, 2012 | 4 CommentsDoes it matter if you actually rehearse for mock trials? The answer is yes and these two consultants tell you why as well as the all-important 'how'. -
Vocal Pitch in the Courtroom
by Jessica A. Boyle , M.A. and Stanley L. Brodsky, Ph.D.Posted on March 27, 2012 | 6 CommentsHigh voice, low voice, male voice, female voice? What the research says about your vocal pitch and persuasion in the courtroom. -
Road Warrior Tips (March, 2012)
by ASTC MembersPosted on March 27, 2012 | 1 CommentDo you know what the nastiest, germiest thing in your hotel room is? Think again. And learn how to avoid taking bedbugs around the country with you! -
Harming Children: Uncovering and Overcoming Bias When Defending Sex Crimes Against Children
by Beth Bochnak, M.A.Posted on March 27, 2012 | 1 CommentIn our last issue we focused on 'sensitive topics' and approaching them successfully. Here's another one: an SJQ (and the rationale for various questions) for defending those accused of sex crimes against children. -
A Big Book Filled With Big Ideas
by Steven E. Perkel, DSW, LCSWPosted on March 27, 2012 | 5 CommentsWhat can we learn from Thinking, Fast and Slow to inform litigation advocacy? Steve says 'a lot' but we have to give it time to percolate. -
Weird Science: How Misperceptions of Litigation Consulting Can Drive Juror Cynicism
by Ken Broda-Bahm, Ph.D.Posted on March 27, 2012 | 4 CommentsYou probably saw the 'Why does everyone hate jury duty?' articles floating around the web. A trial consultant takes a look at the original article questioning our system and ponders how cynicism plays a role in the responses. -
Irises, Tulips, Last Minute Scrambles & Gratitude
by Rita R. Handrich, PhDPosted on March 27, 2012 | No CommentsUsually we keep this stuff from you. This issue though, a behind-the-scenes look at what members of the ASTC (American Society of Trial Consultants) are really like. Famous old saying: 'Character will out'.