Trial Guides

The tip of the day for June 3rd, 2026, comes from Elden Rosenthal's book “The Plaintiff Lawyer's Playbook: Insights and Recommendations on How to Prepare for Success in Settling and Trying Cases, Revised Edition”. Get your copy today: https://tr.ee/tqCch1

“It’s always a good idea to find out the expert's experience in the exact procedure being discussed in the case. Often an expert will try to muddy the issue by reaching for his or her experience in related areas."

The tip of the day for June 2nd, 2026, comes from Elden Rosenthal's book “The Plaintiff Lawyer's Playbook: Insights and Recommendations on How to Prepare for Success in Settling and Trying Cases, Revised Edition”. Get step by step guidance on case selection witness preparation deposition strategy and trial readiness from a seasoned plaintiff lawyer: https://tr.ee/MKAooJ

“If there is a witness that you believe can be impeached at trial, think about how to set the bait. Preparing an outline will force you to think about the best order to use in asking questions. Recall that a discovery deposition is not the time for scathing impeachment."

The tip of the day for June 1st, 2026, comes from Michael Neff's book “Premises Liability: A Guide to Success”. Get your copy today: https://tr.ee/p1KDUN

“Getting ready to cross-examine the defendant's expert is a 'zoom in' time. Ask yourself the Who, What, Where, When, Why, How' questions for the defendant's expert and his or her opinions."

The tip of the day for May 29th, 2026, comes from Nicholas Rowley & Courtney Rowley's book “Running with the Bulls: How to Win Top Dollar Settlements”. Get your copy today: https://tr.ee/RL4aKM

“When you get a case, do not pick up the phone to have 'a talk' with anybody on the defense side of the case about 'value' or 'settlement! Put what you have to say in writing and make sure it gets to everybody who has, or should have, a say in the outcome of the case."

The tip of the day for May 28th, 2026, comes from Sean Simpson's book “Punitive Damages: The Lawyer’s Tool for Shaping Society”. Get your copy today: https://tr.ee/M54H86

“Although family and close friends may be the most convenient supporting witnesses in your trial, take the extra time to explore coworkers, classmates, and fellow gym members. Calling these 'less convenient' witnesses will give you a variety of witnesses to add more depth to your evidence, and also help eliminate possible appearances of bias."

The tip of the day for May 27th, 2026, comes from Patrick Malone's book “The Fearless Cross-Examiner: Win the Witness, Win the Case”. Get practical techniques for structuring cross-examinations that turn hostile witnesses into sources of support for your case: https://tr.ee/405tPu

“Sometimes the most effective way to slay the adverse party is to recruit the witness to our side, at least with enough key agreements that we create the impression in the courtroom that the witness has defected to our side."

The tip of the day for May 26th, 2026, comes from Rick Friedman’s book “Becoming a Trial Lawyer: A Guide for the Lifelong Advocate”. Find practical advice for career growth, personal happiness, and courtroom success in "Becoming a Trial Lawyer: A Guide for the Lifelong Advocate": https://tr.ee/pNGRm4

“You walk a fine line when experimenting with trial techniques. You should push yourself to try techniques that feel awkward or unnatural, but never use any technique that doesn't feel honest or authentic. This may seem contradictory, but it is not."

The tip of the day for May 22nd, 2026, comes from the video “Focus Groups: How to Do Your Own Jury Research” from David Ball with Debra Miller & Artemis H. Malekpour. Watch on-demand now: https://tr.ee/nveHIL

“In reflecting back on my life as a trial lawyer, I do not see how I tried cases or evaluated cases [...] without extensive knowledge acquired from focus groups. Not only have I become a better lawyer from using focus groups, but my verdicts and settlements have substantially increased."

The tip of the day for May 21st, 2026, comes from the video “Paul Luvera on Trial Strategy”. Watch on-demand now: https://tr.ee/3jKa4f

“In voir dire, ask questions to teach, but also ask open-ended questions. Ask: What are your feelings on..?"