First Court Insights

How a Company's Response to Mistakes Shapes Its Destiny

Feb 22, 2024 11:37:24 AM / by Amanda Panagakis, PhD.
In the competitive business landscape, mistakes are inevitable. Whether it's a product flaw, a service error, or a communication mishap, no company is immune to the occasional misstep. However, what truly sets successful businesses apart is not the absence of mistakes but their ability to respond ...
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Unveiling the Power Dynamics in Anchoring Damages

Jan 26, 2024 11:50:38 AM / by Amanda Panagakis, PhD.
In the complex landscape of civil litigation, the concept of "anchoring damages" has evolved into a pivotal term, resonating deeply within legal circles. While the notion that proposing a specific numerical figure can sway damages is not groundbreaking, a significant number of defense attorneys may ...
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The Perils of Picking Damages Out of a Hat: How Random Verdicts Can Reverse Jury Decisions

Jan 23, 2024 10:38:44 AM / by First Court Insights Team
Last summer, the Texas Supreme Court reversed a $15 million jury award because “plaintiffs’ counsel at no point in these proceedings has attempted to proffer a rational argument justifying either the amount sought or the amount awarded. At trial, the only arguments provided to justify an amount of ...
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Unraveling the Misunderstanding of Negligence: The Impact of Jurors' Misconceptions on Corporate Responsibility

Dec 13, 2023 2:44:43 PM / by Amanda Panagakis, PhD.
Introduction In the intricate landscape of the legal realm, the concept of negligence stands as a fundamental and complex element in determining liability. It plays a crucial role in various civil lawsuits, especially those involving corporate defendants. In recent times, there has been a growing ...
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Online Mock Trials vs. In-Person Mock Trials: Pros and Cons

Dec 6, 2023 2:24:40 PM / by Kristi Harrington
Mock trials are a valuable tool for attorneys to evaluate how a jury may react to their case. With the growth of technology and in response to the global pandemic, online mock trials have become increasingly popular and may be a better fit for your jury research needs than the traditional in-person ...
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