Judd Robbins

How to Best Use Demonstrative Exhibits During Trial Testimony

During a trial, there are various ways to make effective use of demonstrative exhibits. Remember that these kind of exhibits are different from the attachments to your expert report. An exhibit of this nature is generally much larger so the jurors can easily view it. Think about creating one exhibit for each major opinion that you suggest to the jury. Do not clutter it with excessive graphical... (posted by Judd 1 year 199 days ago.)

General and Specific Techniques for Answering Questions during Trial Testimony

No matter how long a trial is, many participants are anxious for it to end. The jurors want to go home for obvious reasons, the attorneys and clients have had their fill of it as well, and the experts just want to testify, go home, and get past the pressure. often, the judge imposes deadlines on the attorneys for the duration of the trial as a whole and the testimonial time of... (posted by Judd 1 year 200 days ago.)

Methods for Helping your Attorney Prepare to Question an Opposing Expert Witness

Remember that your attorney wants to slant the other expert's testimony to his advantage, just as the opposing lawyer wants to do to you. These lessons will help you to help your lawyer undertake that more effectively. This starts with you reading everything the other expert has written in the case. His report may contain a rebuttal to what you wrote. He may have signed... (posted by Judd 1 year 200 days ago.)

Some Final Preparatory Steps for an Expert Witness in Preparing for Trial Testimony

The final preparation phase for a trial includes several well-defined steps: •Reviewing your notes •Preparing mentally. •Rereading and refreshing your memory of key documents, reports, and depositions. •Reviewing the other expert's work and preparing your lawyer with a series of valuable questions that he can ask the opposing expert. Beyond those steps... (posted by Judd 1 year 200 days ago.)

Helping to Improve Accuracy in a Court Reporter’s Transcript of a Deposition

The court reporter tries to transcribe accurately what everyone says. If you or anyone else in the room speaks too quickly, this can be challenging. Speaking in measured tones makes the court reporter's job easier, and makes it more likely that the transcript of the deposition will be more accurate. In addition, speaking more slowly than usual can help you to formulate your... (posted by Judd 1 year 200 days ago.)

Simple Techniques for Defending Yourself Successfully in an Expert Witness Deposition

The simplest answer in a deposition is usually best. "Yes." Or "No" is excellent, if the question reasonably allows you to answer that way. Make the opposing attorney work to get information from you. For example, suppose you spent six hours on site running 22 tests that resulted in five new findings, and one final opinion. If the attorney during a deposition says... (posted by Judd 1 year 200 days ago.)