Over the last 10 years I have noticed a different juror in many cases. These are citizens that identify more with the Defendant in a civil lawsuit than the Plaintiff, the person who has been forced to sue to receive a fair settlement. The reason for this, in my opinion, is the more recent [...]
Entries Tagged as 'My Two Cents'
Evolving Juror Attitudes
October 16th, 2005 No Comments
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The Art of Communication with Joshua Karton
October 12th, 2005 No Comments
During the last several days, I have had the privilege to have advanced training in the art of communication by the preeminent advocacy instructor in the country, Joshua Karton.
It has been my honor to know Joshua for the past 15 years. When I see him every few years, it amazes me that he remembers me [...]
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A Jurist for the Future, For Sure
September 29th, 2005 No Comments
The Senate confirmation hearings are now underway for future Chief Justice Roberts. It is theatre but a purposeful and powerful play nonetheless. Do the elected officials in the Senate do a service to our separation of powers by asserting that Judge Roberts must share his views on controversial issues that are divisive even among constitutional [...]
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Do You think that Mike Hatch is the person for the Job?
September 26th, 2005 No Comments
Mike Hatch is running for Governor. This, of course, is no surprise. Those in the know have stated that Mr. Hatch has been running for several years through his efforts to garner publicity in the name of consumer rights.
Let’s be clear about one thing. It is a rare person that is seeking political office if [...]
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The High Cost of Oil
September 4th, 2005 No Comments
The paper today ran an article predicting that heating costs here in the Midwest will be 30% higher than last year.
Who will be paying for this? Who will be unable to pay their heating bill? Can the power company cut off your heat if you do not pay the bill? Give them a call so [...]
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