Georgia Bill Targets “Runners” and Makes Accident Solicitation a Felony
Georgia Bill Targets “Runners” and Makes Accident Solicitation a Felony A car accident is disorienting enough. But for many people in Georgia, what happens next can be just as unsettling. They are inundated with calls and messages from people they’ve never met, all somehow aware of the crash. Runner or ambulance-chasing activity in Georgia has […]
Top 30 Trial Tips from the Courtroom Trenches
After years of trying cases in courtrooms across Georgia, I’ve learned a thing or two (or thirty) about what makes a trial run smoothly and what doesn’t. Whether you’re a first-chair trial lawyer or supporting your team from the benches, preparation is everything. Here are 30 tips I swear by when heading into trial.
Creativity in the Courtroom: Why It Matters More Than YouThink
Creativity in the Courtroom: Why It Matters More Than You Think When most people think of a trial lawyer, they picture someone laser-focused on facts, timelines, and procedure. And yes, those things matter. But if you’ve ever been in front of a jury, you know: the facts alone rarely carry the day. What wins trials […]
Helping Clients Reclaim Their Voice: How Psychodrama Prepares Them for the Witness Stand
Helping Clients Reclaim Their Voice: How Psychodrama Prepares Them for the Witness Stand When I first encountered the idea of using psychodrama as a technique to prepare clients for trial, I was intrigued. It’s an approach that goes beyond traditional preparation—engaging clients not just mentally, but physically and emotionally as well. After incorporating psychodrama into […]