Nancy Neufer and Scott Berman discuss the importance, particularly for corporate defendants, of assessing the background issues that may influence jurors’ perceptions in the courtroom.
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The Chauvin jury trial is taking place against the backdrop of a national discussion about a divisive cultural issue – namely, the issues of race and policing in the United States. These pre-existing views bring unique challenges in selecting and connecting with a jury.
An effective COVID trial strategy cannot be designed without first understanding the new COVID jury. By instead conducting focused research, trial communications can be optimized to resonate among the jury of now.
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For defendants, complex litigation necessitates that the story be effective in the first case to go to trial as well as those that follow.
Rob Duboff and Nancy Neufer describe the role of the trial attorney as a performer and the importance of connecting with jurors on an emotional level, an element of jury persuasion that is critical for litigators who want to win.
HawkPartners offer a perspective on how jury perceptions can be as important as actual evidence in reaching a verdict.
Nancy Neufer and Scott Berman discuss the importance, particularly for corporate defendants, of assessing the background issues that may influence jurors’ perceptions in the courtroom.