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Who shows up for jury duty?

Apr 25, 2023
Hillary C. Abraham, MS
Hillary Abraham, Publications
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A few months ago, my colleague Dennis Devine wrote about the bad rap jury service seems to have, and how so many folks want to get out of it. It got me thinking – are there trends in who even shows up for jury service? The quick answer to that is, yes! Tons of evidence … more »

Science on Trial: Nationwide Views on Science and Scientific Evidence in 2022

Oct 29, 2022
Dennis J. Devine, PhD, MJ
Dr. Dennis Devine, Publications, ThemeVision Focus
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Attitudes about science have become part of a national conversation. We are regularly barraged with all sorts of “scientific” findings that have implications for our physical and mental well-being as well as our behavior as consumers. And nearly every U.S. adult has had to make a decision about getting vaccinated for COVID. The flurry of health and safety-related recommendations flowing from scientific research has triggered a loud and at times rancorous public dialog about the value of science. This raises an overarching question: Do people trust science?

Holiday Jury Verdicts: ‘Tis the Season “ForGiving”

Nov 12, 2020
Amit Patel, JD, MA
Amit Patel, Jury Consultant
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we cannot truly know whether the spirit of holiday generosity resounded in the minds of jurors, whether consciously or not. Nevertheless even without the backing of hard science, there is the strong perception of a “holiday effect” upon jurors, and attorneys would be wise to contemplate it during this time of the year, lest they be left with a “Bah humbug!” of a verdict.

6 Ways to Keep Jurors from Zoning Out

May 10, 2019
Liz Abren
Publications
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Dennis P. Stolle and Dennis Devine authored the Law360 article, “6 Ways to Keep Jurors from Zoning Out.” The article explores what a potential 50% inattention rate means for jury trials.