David Ball’s book Ball on Damages should be on every plaintiff lawyer’s shelf. He has not only accurately captured the correct way to present your case, but has explained the reason why it should be done that way. What follows are some random points David makes that I think are of particular importance in generaland as toopening statement in particular. I’ve "interpreted" them so for the precise thing David has to say, see the book. Let’s start with what I…
Here are two unrelated suggestions. The first involves a case where there is a minor with serious injuries and the importance of calling the guardian as a witness so the jury is aware any recovery is protected for the minor under court supervision. The second is simply an outline for use on cross examination in malpractice case where abnormalities were not promptly acted upon. This is a one page outline of how one mightorganize the primary points you want to…
I was reading about the struggle of women in a male dominated legal profession and came across a short collection of quotes I had collected.The struggle of women for equality in this country is not unlikea minority who has been subjected to discrimination by those in control. For example, if you have never read about women’s suffrage in the United States leading to the right to vote in 1920 you would be impressed with the courage and determination of the…