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Focus Litigation Consulting’s Dr. Geri Fischman was recently interviewed by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly on how Gen Z is shaking up tactical approaches to jury trials today. The article explores what trial teams can expect from this new generation of jurors, and what lawyers can

We are pleased to share that Focus Litigation Consulting Founder and Senior Trial Consultant, Dr. Geri Fischman, was recently quoted in New York Magazine’s The Cut in the article “Ghislaine’s New Hair Shows She’s Still Obsessed with Power.” In the feature, Dr. Fischman provides expert

For many years, jury selection relied heavily on demographics. Age, gender, race, education level, and political affiliation were often treated as reliable indicators of how a juror might view a case. The assumption was simple: people tended to “stay in their lanes,” aligning their decisions

Ever wonder why jurors see the same evidence but reach wildly different conclusions? The courtroom is not just a battle of facts; it’s a battle against hidden psychological biases shaping each juror’s interpretation of the evidence. Although jurors are asked to make decisions solely based

What Sean “Diddy” Comb’s Trial Verdict Reveals about Juror Decision-Making In Emotionally Charged, High-Profile Cases The 2025 Sean “Diddy” Combs trial has captivated the public with its blend of celebrities, allegations of violence, and claims of organized sex trafficking. Yet, behind the headlines, the verdict

On April 23, 2025, Founding Partner and Senior Trial Consultant Dr. Geri Fischman the privilege of speaking at the Reed Smith Global Partner Retreat in Orlando, Florida on a topic that is increasingly shaping modern trial strategy: Politics and Juries. The presentation discussed today’s polarized