Representing Defendants in Personal Injury Cases : Leading Lawyers on Developing a Defense Strategy, Navigating the Discovery Process, and Litigating Disputes (Inside the Minds)

• ISBN13: 9780314276742
• ISBN10: 0314276742
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-05-01
• Publisher: West Group
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Summary

Representing Defendants in Personal Injury Cases provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on developing a successful defense strategy when litigating a personal injury dispute. Featuring partners and shareholders from law firms across the country, these experts guide the reader through the various components of defending against a personal injury claim including analyzing liability, conducting discovery, and preparing for litigation. These top lawyers reveal their advice on choosing expert witnesses, presenting evidence to a jury, and deciding whether to settle or litigate a dispute. From understanding the importance of juror instructions to developing a winning argument, these authors explain the challenges many young lawyers face when formulating a defense strategy and the importance of training under more experienced practitioners. These leaders also discuss the benefit of alternative dispute resolution in resolving personal injury cases. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to preparing and executing a winning defense strategy in personal injury disputes.

Table of Contents

Reflections On Litigating and Mediating Personal Injury Cases	p. 7
Developing Defense Strategies in a Personal Injury Case	p. 27
Creating Compelling Defense Arguments And Strategies In Personal Injury litigation	p. 43
Be prepared: Knowing Your case and your Witnesses In Personal Injury litigation	p. 67
Evaluating A Defendant's Personal Injury Case: Key Strategies For a Successful Resolution Through Settlement or Trial	p. 93
Savvy Skills and Successful Strategies For ToDay's Personal Injury Defense Lawyer	p. 109
Appendices	p. 121
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