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 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."