A Classic Visual Aid: Printed Display Boards

Visual aids have been proven time and time again to have a significant impact on jurors. Visual aids help a case come to life for the jury. If you are preparing for a legal proceeding in the courtroom, you know that the manner in which you present facts and legal arguments determines the outcome of the case. Printed | large format boards are are great tool to engage with the judge and jury.

A Classic Visual Aid: Printed Display Boards

When you stand in front of a group of jurors, they likely expect to see some type of visual aid, whether it is a printed trial board or an animated video. Although trial technology has advanced significantly over the years, the printed display board remains an effective visual aid for judges and jurors alike.

Printed trial exhibits, graphics, diagrams and other large displays make a lasting impact because, as the attorney speaks, the display can remain in front of the jury. The jury is able to reference the display and connect it to the attorney’s arguments. In contrast to a PowerPoint presentation or a video, in which information may disappear after a few seconds, a printed display reinforces legal arguments for an extended period of time.

What Types of Exhibits Benefit from Large Format Printing and Boards?

Large format printing is beneficial in a variety of legal cases. In insurance litigation, you can print property photos, policy pages and assessed damage reports. In personal injury cases, large format printed boards are useful for showing the jury x-ray / MRI films, photos, and other medical records. Maps, photographs, and various other types of exhibits can be printed, depending on the type of case and your goals for your clients.

TrialSpectrum, Inc. Offers High Quality Large Format Print | Board Services

At TrialSpectrum, Inc., we are proud to offer large format printing services to clients throughout the country. We are unique in that we complete all of our printing services in-house—significantly reducing the costs to our clients. In addition, completing our printing services in-house shortens the length of time it takes for you to receive your courtroom display.

Litigation printing, mounting, and lamination are all services that we offer. In addition, our litigation consultants are glad to meet with you to discuss what types of displays will have the largest impact on the jury.

Why Hire TrialSpectrum, Inc. for Large Format Printing?

At TrialSpectrum, Inc., we carefully review the items you wish to have printed. We make sure that the display will be clear, high resolution, and easy to see in the courtroom. We are able to adjust contrast, brightness, sharpness, and other metrics to ensure that your display looks professional and neat. Simply clicking “upload and print” at a local office supply store does not provide this type of service and attention to detail—and with your client’s case on the line, you want to use the best services possible.

To Learn More About TrialSpectrum, Inc., Call Us Today

At TrialSpectrum, Inc., we ensure that every item we print is high quality and sent to our clients expeditiously. We have helped law firms throughout the country with their printing needs. To learn more about the services we offer, visit our website at www.trialspectrum.com or call us at 800-789-0084.

Creating a Well-Rounded Trial Strategy Using Graphics and Technology

In today’s world, judges and jurors alike expect to see the use of graphics and technology during a trial. By implementing the use of interactive diagrams, PowerPoint preentations, video footage, and other such pieces of technology, a once bland oral argument or tedious line of questioning suddenly becomes engaging and interesting.

The experts at TrialSpectrum, Inc. have assisted countless attorneys in their trial preparations and have helped them create strategies that are persuasive and credible in the eyes of the judge and jury.

However, the use of too much technology can impact a jury negatively. The jury may be so focused on a display or video that it loses sight of the primary argument. However, with the right team of experts, the best types of technology for your case may be carefully selected and inserted into your arguments and questioning.

The Right Balance

For example, consider the use of digital displays in a courtroom. In the courtroom, a visual display has been shown to significantly impact a jury’s understanding of the point the attorney is trying to make. An attorney’s oral description of an insurance property claims or medical error, for example, may be complex and confusing for a jury. However, diagrams and other displays may show the jury exactly where and how the alleged malpractice occurred.

The Characteristics of the Jurors

Another factor to consider when preparing for trial is the jury’s receptiveness to the arguments that will be made. To make a well-rounded trial strategy using demonstratives and technology, knowing the ability of the jury to understand and interpret various displays and audio clips is essential to prevailing in court.

With the assistance of a jury consultant or trial support company, however, attorneys may narrow down their pool of jurors to those who are best able to understand technology. Issues to consider are whether a juror is hard of hearing, is color blind, uses technology frequently, or has poor vision.

Prepare, Prepare, Prepare

A well-rounded trial strategy also includes back-up plans. What if it storms on the day of trial and the court’s Wi-Fi connection fails? What if the courtroom’s video / audio system does not work on the date of the hearing? With the assistance of a trial support company, you have technology experts standing by to ensure you are ready to turn to “Plan B” if needed.

At TrialSpectrum, Inc., all services are managed in-house. Rather than risk contracting services out to third parties that may or may not be reliable on the day of trial, we prepare all products ourselves. Our employees are trained in the most cutting-edge forms of trial technology and are available to assist attorneys at any time.

Knowing Your Courtroom

Courthouses vary significantly in terms of available and allowable technology from one jurisdiction to the next. Further, within a single courthouse, judges may have a variety of preferences and rules that apply to trials in their courtrooms. Preparing a case for its specific courtroom is extremely important and makes a significant difference in the outcome of the case. The technology experts at TrialSpectrum, Inc. help attorneys prepare for trials throughout the country and know how to tailor presentations to meet the requirements and restrictions of individual judges.

To Schedule a Free Consultation, Call TrialSpectrum, Inc. Today

If you would like to speak with the technology experts at TrialSpectrum, Inc., call us at 800-789-0084 or visit www.trialspectrum.com to learn about the services we offer. We ensure that we meet our clients’ quality expectations while also staying within their budgets.

Your Case Visualized

Bringing a case to life through imagery is one of the most powerful tools an attorney can use in the courtroom. Most judges and jurors expect to see the use of some type of technology, no matter what type of case the attorney may be presenting.

Utilizing the services of a litigation consulting company helps attorneys greatly increase their chances of success. At TrialSpectrum, Inc., our professionals are available to help firms throughout the United States with various types of cases and proceedings.

Imagery is an excellent tool for depositions, mediation, arbitration, courtroom hearings, trials, and other proceedings throughout litigation.

There are two primary types of evidence: substantive and demonstrative.

Substantive evidence refers to evidence of an actual element in the case—such as a weapon or a photograph of the scene of a car accident.

Demonstrative evidence is used to help the judge and jury understand the various pieces of evidence in the case. For example, a graphic that demonstrates how an injury occurs would be demonstrative evidence.

Demonstrative evidence has been shown to be a powerful tool, especially in cases involving complicated, complex issues.

Of course, to be admissible in court, the foundation for the use of the demonstrative evidence must be established by a witness. At TrialSpectrum, Inc., we are able to help create graphics and other visualizations that strengthen your case while ensuring they are admissible in the courtroom.

Using Aids with Expert Witnesses

Expert witnesses are frequently used to help attorneys present evidence to a judge and jury. Because the matters these witnesses testify on are often difficult for many laypersons to understand, presenting visual aids alongside the expert’s testimony not only helps a jury understand the issue, but also remember it during deliberations.

Condensing Lengthy Testimony

As all attorneys know, some trials may go on for weeks and weeks. Although many jurisdictions allow jurors to take notes on evidence and testimony, it may be difficult for some jurors to remember all of the information that is presented, especially if they are experiencing mental fatigue.

Videos, animated graphics, easy-to-understand charts, and other such types of imagery significantly help in these situations. When you present a compelling argument that is partnered with an image that truly impacts a juror, you make it much more likely that the juror remembers and understands the argument you are making.

A Theme is Important

If it looks like an attorney throws images and videos from Google into a PowerPoint presentation, judges and jurors may feel that the resulting product is sloppy—which, of course, reflects poorly on the attorney.

It is important to have a solid theme in a case that builds a relationship between the evidence that is presented. For example, in a medical malpractice case, using the same types of graphics to illustrate parts of the human body is beneficial. In an employment case, using the same font, font color, and background color to highlight employer policies or similar information is best.

The experienced litigation consultants at TrialSpectrum, Inc. will discuss your case with you and determine which aids are best for the arguments you need to make.

We Are Available to Help You with Your Case  

If you would like to learn about the various services we offer at TrialSpectrum, Inc., give us a call to schedule a free consultation today. No matter where your case is in the phases of litigation, we can help you with your technology needs.

At TrialSpectrum, Inc., we keep all of our services in-house. This allows us to guarantee the quality of our services and streamline the production process.

If you would like to schedule a free consultation, call 800-789-0084 or visit www.trialspectrum.com.