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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 »

No Love for Jurors

Feb 22, 2023
Dennis J. Devine, PhD, MJ
Dr. Dennis Devine, Publications
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Over 25 years of studying juries, I’ve noticed many people don’t think too highly of serving as a juror. They believe jury duty is a waste of time, something to be dodged by skipping outright or showing up and saying something outrageous to get booted. And many people would probably say jury decisions are influenced … 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?

Moneyball for Attorneys 

Apr 27, 2022
Dennis J. Devine, PhD, MJ
Dr. Dennis Devine, Publications
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Spring is here. For many sports fans, that means one thing in particular: Play ball! The other day I watched a good “spring” movie—Moneyball. If you’re a fan of Brad Pitt or Jonah Hill, you would like it. If you follow baseball at all, you should see it. And if you’re a fan of winning … more »

When Does Mock Juror Research Help Win Cases?

Feb 9, 2022
Dennis J. Devine, PhD, MJ
Dr. Dennis Devine, Publications
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All mock juror research involves asking a sample of people to think like real jurors and share their beliefs and opinions about a case. This research takes many forms – surveys, focus groups, mock trials, and targeted studies on opening statements, closing arguments, or witness perception – to name a few. But the underlying goal … more »

Taking it Online: Jury Research in the Age of COVID-19

Jun 12, 2020
Trisha Volpe, JD
ThemeVision Focus, ThemeVision News
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Preparing for trial during a pandemic: ThemeVision is here to help you develop winning case strategies – remotely. COVID-19 has put some cases and trials on hold, but that means now is the time to get ready for the rush when court calendars are back on track. ThemeVision is a full service litigation consulting firm now offering all of our services via video conference. Learn what mock jurors think about your case, develop case themes and trial communication strategies or prepare your witnesses to testify – all remotely. Read this article to learn more about our remote consulting services to help you gain insight about your case and continue to prepare for trial, mediation or any dispute.