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Podcast - The 3 Core Themes of Trial Law: Know Your Court

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In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small explains how knowing the court where a trial lawyer is working can make the difference between winning our losing a case. He...more

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Five Things to Know About Hiring a Litigator

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Did you get sued for the first time? Then you’ve got litigation on your hands. Litigation is just another word for a court case. Choosing an attorney to represent you in that litigation is tricky — and very important....more

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How to Select a California Car Accident Lawyer

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The 2024 American Bar Association National Lawyer Population Survey puts the number of California attorneys at 175,883. This translates to 4.5 lawyers for every 1,000 residents in California. The Golden State trails only New...more

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Trial Advocacy in the Modern World

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In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small explores three pivotal trends that have significantly impacted courtroom advocacy in recent years: the digital revolution,...more

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This Extraordinary Process Called "Trials"

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In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses how to learn the intricate process of trials. He shares valuable advice for attorneys looking to improve their courtroom...more

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The Challenges of Integrating AI-Generated Evidence Into the Legal System

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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the legal system heralds a transformative era marked by both innovation and unprecedented challenges. After some lawyers made headlines for submitting legal briefs with...more

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Focus Groups as a Trial-Preparation Tool | Elizabeth Larrick | Texas Appellate Law Podcast

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Preparation is the key to winning at trial, and focus groups are a powerful tool for ensuring that a case is trial-ready. In this episode of the Texas Appellate Law Podcast, hosts Todd Smith and Jody Sanders visit with...more

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Winning Cases on Legal Issues Before and During Trial | Texas Appellate Law Podcast

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As civil trials become more expensive and less frequent, proactive attorneys should look for ways to streamline or end their cases before trial. Luckily, both Texas statutes and court rules provide some helpful tools. In this...more

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A Guide to Hybrid Depositions

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Depositions were once an almost exclusively in-person process. In the not-so-distant past, remote depositions were used infrequently, but they became a necessity during lockdowns in 2020. Today, both remote and hybrid...more

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Tackling Bullying in the Legal Profession | Scott Stolley | Texas Appellate Law Podcast

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In this episode, seasoned appellate practitioner Scott Stolley sits down with Todd Smith and Jody Sanders to confront the issue of bullying in the legal profession. Scott explores the multifaceted nature of bullying, from...more

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How to Win in Divorce by Letting Go

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The common dynamics of failed relationships often make it difficult to think clearly and make good decisions, especially in the early stages of divorce. While my education and training has been focused on the legal and...more

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Prepare, Prepare, Prepare

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A recent experience reminded me why preparation matters to all of us heading into an important meeting, presentation, or even a networking event. I called a client to set up time to prepare for an essential meeting. The...more

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60 Days Before Trial: Ready, Set, Go!

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After months of hard work, countless hours poring over exhibits and documents, and late nights at the office, your case is headed to court. You are confident that you will be ready when the time comes, but as the date of...more

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Podcast - Understanding the Importance of Chronology

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In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses chronology and why this tool is so important when working on a case. Mr. Small provides key steps for building an...more

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10 Steps to Better Managing Mass Tort Litigation

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From the now decades old asbestos litigation to pharmaceuticals and product liability cases to the newly developing PFAS or “forever chemical” lawsuits, mass tort litigation has increasingly become the tool of choice by which...more

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Motions in Limine: An Update on Uses, Abuses, and Pitfalls

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Motions in limine (“on or at the threshold” or “in the beginning”) can be a useful tool in a trial lawyer’s hands. Used strategically and prophylactically, they can “eliminate the noise surrounding” a trial by preventing an...more

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On the Emotional Costs of Litigation

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“Mr. Kenge,” said Allan, appearing enlightened all in a moment. “Excuse me, our time presses. Do I understand that the whole estate is found to have been absorbed in costs?” “Hem! I believe so,” returned Mr. Kenge. […] “My...more

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What is a Deposition?

If you have ever been involved in a lawsuit or have known someone who has been involved in a lawsuit, you may have heard the term “deposition.” During a lawsuit, a deposition is one way to learn information from the opposing...more

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Managing Communication With Your Lawyer

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Earlier today I read an article in an on-line news journal about clients who spend inordinate time on the phone with their lawyers and the consequence for both lawyer and client. It’s a great topic because most humans don’t...more

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Courtroom Technology: What’s on the Horizon

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When Dan Martin first started in the trial consulting profession 25 years ago, the practice of videotaping depositions was still fairly novel. Today, not only are many depositions videotaped, but their capture is often...more

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How to Counteract the Anchoring Effects of a Plaintiff’s Damages Request

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Question: How did the jury arrive at the decision to award the plaintiff $20 million in damages? Actual Juror #1: We came up with a percentage approach, and that’s what we all discussed. We started with what she was asking...more

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Thinking Strategically About the Weekend's Impact on Jurors

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Fridays loom large in every courtroom. For a trial lawyer, they are a chance to reassess the case’s progression, end a strong week of witnesses on a flourish, or implicitly press jurors for a quick verdict. And of course, the...more

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How to export data from Gmail and Google Drive for eDiscovery and compliance

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There are many reasons why you might need to export data from Gmail or Google Drive, ranging from fulfilling discovery requests to adhering to retention requirements. As a leading collaboration platform, Google Workspace...more

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Witness Preparation: Helping Your Witness Avoid Hindsight Bias

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While views may vary, we believe firmly that witness preparation should involve asking witnesses the tough questions, for several reasons: First, we would argue it is better to pose a tough or uncomfortable question up...more

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How to Best Connect Trial Evidence and Witness Testimony to Case Themes

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It is not unusual to hear questions or comments similar to the following from a member of a trial team. “I get all this about ‘themes’ and, of course, we have them, but what do they have to do with all the evidence we need to...more

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