The Jury Is Out

Episode: 117

19 on Juror Attitudes

July 1, 2020

To what extent are people willing to return to court to serve as jurors during the pandemic? John Simon and Erich Vieth discuss this topic with attorney and researcher John Campbell, who has conducted focus groups involving 1,500 jurors. Many, but not all, people are apprehensive about returning to jury service. This podcast explores juror attitudes regarding jury service, juror safety, and the extent to which a reboot of COVID-19 jury service might skew trial outcomes. John Campbell, JD is trial and appellate lawyer turned law professor turned jury researcher.  

Episode: 116

IP is Everywhere with Yvette Liebesman

June 24, 2020

Downloading a photo. Playing a cover at the coffee house. Your firm’s website.  Who owns what, and when can you use someone else’s work? Intellectual property expert Yvette Liebesman discusses the legal ramifications of IP that surround us every day.

Episode: 115

Written Discovery

June 17, 2020

Your written discovery request is the blueprint for what you need to prove in your case. But chances are, you won’t receive all that information without a fight.  John and Erich share tips on addressing objections, drafting interrogatories and successfully navigating the discovery process.

Episode: 114

EP114 – Case Selection

June 10, 2020

It sounds like a good case, but are you willing to bet your firm on it? John and Erich discuss case selection and highlight potential problems that are best to avoid early.

Episode: 113

Life Without Lawyers

June 3, 2020

Lawyers may get a bad reputation, but where would we be without them? John and Erich review the many ways attorneys protect our rights, deter bad behavior and uphold the ethics of democracy.

Episode: 112

EP112 – Appellate Practice with Hon. Glenn Norton

May 27, 2020

Hon. Glenn Norton returns to discuss appellate practice. Speaking from his experience on the Missouri Court of Appeals and as a trial court judge, Judge Norton discusses appellate strategies that work and shares insights into what can send your appeal down the wrong path.  

Episode: 111

Preparing Your Client for Trial

May 20, 2020

It’s time for your client to tell their story to the jury, but will it be communicated in the most persuasive way possible?  John and Erich offer tips on helping your client project the best version of themselves in the courtroom and how to prepare them for testimony and cross examination. 

Episode: 110

EP110 – Defending Your Client in Dosition

May 13, 2020

Your client’s deposition will make or break your case. John and Erich discuss strategies to prepare your client for depo and talk about the role you should play as their counselor during this important and stressful phase.

Episode: 109

Twelve Tips for Opening Statement

May 6, 2020

The opening statement is your introduction to the jury. John presents twelve specific tips for creating strong Opening Statement that can help your next case start off with a solid first impression.