A series from our seasoned and successful Boston L&E Trial Team will explore the latest trends in jury trials in a time of explosive verdicts, Reptile tactics, polarization, and an election year. We’ll offer practical strategies on how to maximize your chance of a total defense verdict, despite these headwinds, based on our experience navigating trials in this environment. We

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By Dawn Solowey

A great closing argument weaves the trial evidence into a compelling, memorable narrative. But trial counsel must also beware of improper argument, which can prove very costly, as shown by the recent Eighth Circuit decision in Gilster v. Primebank.
Continue Reading That Closing Argument Will Cost You: A Cautionary Tale of How One Improper Argument Led to a Vacated Verdict and New Trial