9/9/20
By: David Molinari Courtroom mastery, compelling examination of witnesses and arguments focused on the emotional aspect of the particular consequences of injury; or the significance and effect of the jury’s finding on the question of liability are all being re-examined with the settings of virtual trials. Trial lawyers must rethink presentation of the case to the…
Ready Camera One: Remote Litigation in the Era of Social Distancing
4/7/20
By: Jennifer Adair, Jennifer Markowski and Andy Treese Evaluating claims to move them towards resolution or trial is the lifeblood of a defense practice. This typically requires direct interaction with a plaintiff and key witnesses, either at deposition (to hear their testimony, to form impressions of how they will be received by a jury), at mediation…
Zoom Class Action Raises Privacy Concern with Favored Online Meeting Platform
4/2/20
By: Barry Miller A class action filed March 30 alleges that the popular Zoom Video Communications platform is rife with privacy concerns. That story has piqued the interest of the legal community, as Zoom has become the platform of choice among mediators working to resolve disputes during a time when in-person meetings are prohibited or…