Opening statements don’t just introduce a case—they define how jurors see it. In today’s courtroom, persuasion is no longer just verbal; it’svisual, strategic, and shaped by rapidly evolving juror ...

Joleen Youngers says cases aren’t won during opening statements, but the path to win can “definitely” be laid in those opening moments with a jury. Youngers, a plaintiff-side personal injury and civil ...

Are opening statements in mediation beneficial toward reaching a settlement? There is an ongoing debate by both advocates and neutrals concerning the advantages and disadvantages of including opening ...