IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Dr. Merrie Jo Pitera joins podcast host and IMS Client Services Advisor Adam Bloomberg to discuss the goals of witness preparation, what makes a witness credible, ...

Nonverbal behavior in the courtroom can significantly influence how judges assess the credibility of witnesses in their rulings. But is reliance on "body language" based on sound science? Vincent ...

In terms of courtroom drama, it was a big moment. The witness backtracked in a panic, resorting to awkward denial. The defense attorney then felt obligated to rehash the issue in closing arguments—in ...

When clients and witnesses prepare for family law proceedings—whether depositions, custody evaluations, or trial testimony—one question surfaces repeatedly: "Can I elaborate?" The answer is nuanced, ...

Whether you are the witness in your own trial or called to testify on behalf of another, it is vital to the case that your testimony comes across as credible. Without credible witnesses, the case ...