In recent years, the legal community has experienced a significant rise in "nuclear verdicts"—jury awards that far exceed what might be considered reasonable compensation and often reach staggering ...

As the 2024 calendar year comes to an end, I have been reflecting on how much my perspective on the trial consulting industry has changed since starting at First Court. Previously, I had the notion ...

In any trial, the composition of the jury can make or break a case. As attorneys, we know that no matter how strong the legal arguments or how compelling our evidence, the ultimate deciders are the ...

One of the foundations of a compelling presentation at trial is an attorney's ability to craft a story for the jury. Not only must litigators effectively communicate the condensed factual details of ...