After being regularly exposed to Reptile tactics for nearly 15 years, how are defense witnesses STILL being “Reptiled” at deposition, resulting in c...
In civil litigation, defendants or key defense witnesses exhibiting lingering negative thinking patterns can spell economic and strategic trouble fo...
One of the hottest topics in civil litigation of late is nuclear verdicts. Presentations, articles, and books have been written on the topic. The de...
In an era of neuropsychological manipulation and plaintiff reptile tactics, witnesses are even more susceptible to being thwarted by their own emotion...
For defense counsel and claims professionals handling medical malpractice cases and other matters involving healthcare defendants, it is particularly ...
Traditional preparation techniques are not sufficient for the emotional and psychological manipulation witnesses endure during Reptile style questioni...
For defense counsel and claims professionals handling civil litigation cases, it is particularly important to fully assess the risks and benefits of t...
B ill Kanasky, Jr., Ph.D. talks all about expert witness testimony. Bill shares his thoughts on how to select experts for trial testimony. One optio...
Bill Kanasky, Jr., Ph.D. and Ava Hernandez join host Steve Wood, Ph.D. for another edition of From the Trenches where they discuss recent observatio...
Paul Motz, Shareholder and Trial Attorney, at Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney joins Bill Kanasky, Jr., Ph.D. to dispel several myths around litig...
Steve Wood, Ph.D. joins host Ava Hernandez to discuss his background and how he got into the litigation consulting business. Steve shares details on...
Nationally recognized and renowned memory expert Dr. Elizabeth Loftus joins Steve Wood, Ph.D. for the second part of their discussion about memory, ...
Bill Kanasky, Jr., Ph.D. answers another round of podcast listener mail: - What is the best timing for witness training? - What is the best routine ...
Nationally recognized and renowned memory expert Dr. Elizabeth Loftus joins Steve Wood, Ph.D. for the first part of a two-part episode about memory....
Michael “Mick” Williams, Ph.D., Founding Member of The Science of P/CVE & Shawn C. Marsh, Ph.D., Director of Judicial Studies and Associate Professo...
Attorney Chris Turney of Turney LG joins Bill Kanasky, Jr., Ph.D. to discuss inflated settlements and verdicts. Chris describes what he believes are...
The “nuclear verdict” is a term recently coined to refer to unexpectedly high damage awards that appear to exceed rational parameters in civil cases. ...
An increasing number of cases are now being resolved based upon their perceptual value at the jury level, rather than their realistic economic worth. ...
Since 2009, Don Keenan and David Ball, the Reptile founders, claim to have generated over $8 billion in settlements and verdicts. While that figure is...
One of the Reptilian plaintiff attorneys’ primary goals is crystal clear: destroy the credibility of key defense witnesses, particularly during videot...
It is exceptionally rare that a defense witness “wins” the case through his or her deposition testimony. Indeed, it is far more likely that the testim...
Witness testimony impacts a case early on and influences all phases of the litigation process. Poor witness performance often provides leverage for th...
Witnesses provide critical testimony that can influence the outcome of legal proceedings. However, personal challenges, often concealed from others,...
Nurses play an important role in healthcare. Especially those who work directly with patients, such as licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and nursing ...
Effective communication is essential in any legal context. However, for witnesses, honing specific listening skills is crucial for a successful expe...
Successful plaintiff attorneys in litigation, particularly in commercial disputes, exhibit unique traits that distinguish and empower them to advoca...
Medical malpractice expert witnesses are thought to play a pivotal role in guiding courts and juries through the complexities of healthcare standard...
Much has been written about concerns related to adolescents’ use of TikTok and its impact on their health and safety. For example, The Benadryl Chal...
Even the smallest details can significantly impact a case's outcome. Comprehensive preparation is of the utmost importance. Every aspect of a case, ...