Cantor Stoneburner Ford Grana & Buckner

Jurors often indicate that a single exhibit in a case was a primary reason for their verdict. In such circumstances, the exhibit was invariably something that conveyed an inescapable truth about the case. It could be a…more

For most trial lawyers, it is a knee-jerk reaction to schedule and take the deposition of the opposing expert witnesses. Indeed, it is rare for trial lawyers to go to trial without first having taken the depositions of the other…more

Horror stories abound about trial lawyers who have litigation expenses escalate out of control in their cases. Too often are heard cries of: “We had to settle the case because the costs of continuing the case were just too high”…more

In many cases, the stumbling block to settlement is the parties’ polar opposite views of what the likely jury verdict will be. Impasse is typically reached in these situations when the parties dig their heels in, often declaring…more

The goal of the trial lawyer in using a mock trial or focus group in his or her case is to obtain objective information from a group of individuals demographically similar to the real jurors. Consequently, the mock trial or…more

A mock trial or focus group is the most important tool available to a trial lawyer in preparing his or her case. How can a trial lawyer best assess how jurors may react to issues, claims, witnesses, and parties? Gut feeling?…more

The most common types of spinal cord injury are contusions and compressions. Unlike most other parts of the human body that get contused (bruised) or compressed (pressured), the spinal cord when so affected can lead to severe…more

The term “cauda equina” literally means “horse’s tail” and refers to the bundle of spinal nerve roots located at the base of the spine. These nerve roots extend from the base of the spine downward into the lower part of the…more

The spinal cord is the primary nerve center in the body composed of many nerve fibers that serves as a pathway, transmitting messages between the brain and other parts of the body. The spinal cord is protected by vertebrae,…more

Joint Ventures and Associating Counsel: Keys to an Effective Trial Team 3.22.12 A well planned and organized joint venture or associating of counsel can be quite effective in maximizing the recovery in many significant…more

Joint Ventures and Associating Counsel: What are the Ethical Rules? 3.22.12 In virtually every state, joint ventures between lawyers and law firms are permissible so long as such arrangements comply with the applicable…more

It is no coincidence that just about every recent successful plaintiff’s verdict or settlement in significant tort cases reported in Lawyers Weekly or other newspapers has listed multiple trial lawyers as representing the…more

Recovery for the wrongful death of a loved one is a statutory action. Since under common law, no action exists by or for a deceased person, legislation has been enacted by most states to create a recovery for wrongful death. The…more

A wrongful death lawsuit is a suit brought for the benefit of the statutory beneficiaries who have suffered damages as the result of the death of a loved one. It is incumbent on the trial lawyer to have a thorough understanding…more

The loss of a loved one is a tragic event that often has catastrophic effects on the surviving family members. The trial lawyer bringing a wrongful death suit must be careful not to underestimate the value of the case. Too often…more