Is slow-motion video biasing jurors?
by IgniteTeam | Feb 20, 2017 | Legal News
The use of slow-motion video has become common in criminal cases. But a new study has found that watching crimes at slower speeds leads viewers to falsely believe perps have more time to think about their actions and act with intent, potentially skewing verdicts against defendants.
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30+00:00fam000000Wednesday31InvestigationWe investigate the facts of the accident, the location, obtain photos and police reports, and take witness statements.
29+00:00fpm000000Tuesday31ANALYZE INSURANCEWe immediately analyze your relevant property and health insurance policies to see what coverage applies to your case.
27+00:00fpm000000Sunday31CONTACT INSURANCEWe contact your insurance company and the other’s party’s insurance company. We do this right away.
26+00:00fpm000000Saturday31RESOLVE DAMAGESWe help you resolve any property damages and/or medical treatment. This may take weeks to months.
25+00:00fpm000000Friday31SUMMARY OF DAMAGESWe collect all medical bills and reports, and records of wages lost, and we evaluate the damages.
24+00:00fpm000000Thursday31FULL EVALUATIONA full evaluation of your case is performed with you, usually after you’ve finished any needed medical care.
23+00:00fpm000000Wednesday31BILLING INSURANCEWe send medical records and/or other damages and proof to the insurance companies.
22+00:00fpm000000Tuesday31NEGOTIATIONWe attempt to negotiate an out-of-court settlement. This can take several months.
21+00:00fpm000000Monday31DEPOSITIONSWe prepare written questions for the other side to answer, and we take depositions from the defendant and witnesses.
19+00:00fpm000000Saturday31DISCOVERYBoth sides investigate the facts of the case and examine all of the evidence in what is called the discovery process.
18+00:00fpm000000Friday31EVIDENCEAfter providing the evidence of your claim and answering any written questions, we prepare you for your deposition, which we attend with you.
17+00:00fpm000000Thursday31TRIAL/ARBITRATIONWe prepare for and take the case to trial or arbitration once the date is set by the court.
16+00:00fpm000000Wednesday31SETTLEMENTWe confirm your medical bills and liens are paid/resolved, and we distribute settlement funds to you.
15+00:00fpm000000Tuesday31SETTLEMENT TIMINGSettlements can happen at any time during your case once you finish your medical care.