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When your client is perceived as the “Goliath” in a commercial dispute, how do you earn juror trust? In this episode of the IMS Insights Podcast, IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic sits down with experienced trial lawyer William Toles of Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, PC, to share effective strategies for defending corporations in today’s anti-corporate climate. From preparing witnesses for authentic courtroom communication to leveraging mock trials for risk assessment, this conversation provides practical insights for trial teams and litigation professionals seeking to enhance their defense approach.  Learn more about William’s expertise: https://www.munsch.com/Professionals/William-Toles  Learn more about Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAab6BsMu0fyUPngLSF2IO91qWUb99ikQ56jlAzfUDs7jwmydan-brGrdCuE_aem_FBPPSIztPpXfjm2N0nuZPA  Explore IMS’s Jury Consulting Services: https://imslegal.com/services/jury-consulting  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.   IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

What happens when jurors’ gut instincts clash with your expert’s data? In this episode, IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic teams up with Affiliate Advisor Steve Pomerantz, PhD, and Trial Consultant Michelle Cooper, JD, to tackle one of the courtroom’s trickiest challenges: making statistical significance make sense to the jury.   From framing fairness and randomness in everyday language to using simple checklists that keep jurors focused, this conversation is packed with practical strategies to help trial teams turn complex numbers into clear storytelling.   If you have ever wondered how to explain science by “speaking juror”, this episode offers a roadmap. Listen now or watch the original LinkedIn Live here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/imselevate-explainingstatistica7402744841094537216/theater/ Learn about Steve Pomerantz’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/steve-pomerantz   Learn about Michelle Cooper’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/michelle-cooper-jd Explore IMS’s litigation support services: https://imslegal.com/services  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

In this IMS Insights Podcast episode, Senior Client Success Advisor Adam Bloomberg sits down with Senior Jury Consulting & Strategy Advisor Chris Ritter—author of Creating Winning Trial Strategies—to explore the art and science of Mental Mining®. Their conversation dives into how this methodology helps trial teams uncover the subconscious ways jurors process information and how to use that insight to educate, motivate, and connect.  Listen now for insights on:  What Mental Mining is and why it matters in trial strategy How to identify jurors’ subconscious “toeholds” and leverage them effectively The difference between ongoing Mental Mining and dedicated strategy sessions How the “desired dozen” questions guide clear and persuasive case narratives Ideal for trial lawyers, litigation teams, and professionals navigating complex disputes, this episode provides actionable takeaways on strengthening advocacy and persuading today’s juries.  Watch the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  Learn more about Chris’s expertise: G. Christopher Ritter, JD | Senior Jury Consulting & Strategy Advisor  Read about Adam’s background: Adam Bloomberg | Senior Client Success Advisor  Explore IMS’s litigation support solutions: Our Trial Consultancy Services | IMS Legal Strategies  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

In this IMS Insights Podcast episode, Senior Client Success Advisor Adam Bloomberg talks with Senior Jury Consulting & Strategy Advisor Chris Ritter—author of Creating Winning Trial Strategies—about the power of visuals in the courtroom. Their conversation explores how the creative process behind trial graphics can sharpen case narratives, clarify complex information, and engage jurors on multiple levels.  Listen now for insights on:  The real purpose behind trial graphics A five-step process for building persuasive visuals Common missteps attorneys make with courtroom demonstratives How to make complex ideas relatable to jurors Why thinking visually can elevate your entire case strategy Ideal for trial lawyers, litigation teams, and professionals navigating complex disputes, this episode delivers actionable takeaways on how visual advocacy supports stronger outcomes in court.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  Learn more about Chris’s expertise: G. Christopher Ritter, JD | Senior Jury Consulting & Strategy Advisor  Read about Adam’s background: Adam Bloomberg | Senior Client Success Advisor  Explore IMS’s jury consulting and trial graphics services: Our Trial Consultancy Services | IMS Legal Strategies  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

As generative AI becomes a defining issue in litigation, trial teams must be ready to explain the “black box” of large language models (LLMs) for juries shaping landmark cases across the US.  In this episode of the IMS Insights Podcast, Senior Client Success Advisor Adam Bloomberg talks with Jury Consultant Liz Babbitt and LLM Training Expert Devon Madon, PhD, about how to make complex AI concepts clear, relatable, and persuasive in the courtroom.  Together, they explore the evolving legal landscape surrounding AI copyright and fair use, practical strategies for simplifying technical ideas, and ways to address common AI misconceptions that can influence juror understanding.  Gain insights on bridging the gap between advanced technology and everyday comprehension—so you can build credible, compelling narratives in your next AI-related case.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  For additional insights, read Liz and Devon’s article, “Demystifying Generative AI for the Modern Juror,” published by Law360.   Explore IMS’s jury consulting and expert sourcing solutions at imslegal.com/services.  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

In this episode of the IMS Insights Podcast, Senior Client Success Advisor Adam Bloomberg sits down with Senior Jury Consulting & Strategy Advisor Chris Dominic to break down key takeaways from the BTI Litigation Outlook Index and discuss what these trends mean for today’s corporate counsel and their outside legal partners.  Listen in as Adam and Chris explore:  Why in-house counsel is calling for new ideas instead of recycled strategies How social science and jury behavior insights reveal leverage points that can shift case outcomes Why effective legal technology should streamline—not complicate—litigation strategy How responsible use of generative AI can boost clarity and speed decision-making Get an inside look at the challenges shaping corporate litigation today—and the forward-thinking approaches helping in-house counsel stay ahead of the curve. Join the conversation and share your thoughts on the trends redefining litigation strategy.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.   Learn more about Chris’s expertise: Chris Dominic, Senior Jury Consulting & Strategy Advisor  Read about Adam’s background: Adam Bloomberg | IMS Legal Strategies  Explore IMS’s litigation consulting services: Nationwide Litigation Consulting Services | IMS Legal Strategies  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

In this IMS Insights Podcast, Senior Client Success Advisor Adam Bloomberg talks with Senior Advisor Chris Ritter about how early case strategy sessions can shape stronger outcomes in complex disputes. Their conversation highlights practical tools trial teams can use to build compelling narratives and prepare more effectively for high-stakes proceedings.  Listen now for insights on:  Leveraging early strategy workshops to sharpen discovery and case development Building an integrated trial strategy that unites messaging, themes, and your team How “Mental Mining” and core values influence persuasive storytelling The impact of strategy sessions—even with trial fast approaching What active jurors need and the tools that support deliberation Ideal for trial attorneys, legal teams, and professionals facing jury trials, arbitration, or regulatory proceedings, this discussion offers guidance from one of the foremost thought leaders in trial consulting.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.   Learn more about Chris’s expertise: G. Christopher Ritter, JD | IMS Legal Strategies  Read about Adam’s background: Adam Bloomberg | IMS Legal Strategies  Explore IMS’s litigation consulting services: Nationwide Litigation Consulting Services | IMS Legal Strategies  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

In this IMS Insights Podcast, Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic is joined by Lead Life Care Planning and Vocational Expert Kacy Turner, MS, CRC, CVE, CLCP, to discuss the valuable role vocational experts play in traumatic injury litigation. Kacy explains how vocational assessments, through testing, transferable skills analysis, and rehabilitation planning, help attorneys, juries, and judges understand an injured individual’s employability and earning capacity—both past and future.    Kacy also highlights why hands-on job placement experience and recognized credentials are essential for credibility in court, and how collaboration with economists and life care planners strengthens damages analyses. With IMS’s integrated team of specialized experts, plaintiff and defense clients can benefit from comprehensive vocational assessments, life care plans, economic reports, and rebuttals that provide clarity and confidence in injury-related cases.  Watch the original LinkedIn Live recording here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/imselevate-theimpactofvocationa7365729687089664001/theater/   Learn more about Kacy’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/kacy-turner   Learn more about host Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Contact Us: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

What really influences a jury’s final decision? In this IMS Insights Podcast, Senior Client Success Advisor Adam Bloomberg chats with Senior Jury Consulting & Strategy Advisor Chris Ritter to break down the psychology and strategy behind how jurors think—and how legal teams can use that knowledge to shape more persuasive case stories.  Tune in as Adam and Chris dive into:  The impact of unanimous vs. supermajority verdict rules How jurors absorb and evaluate information—heuristically, systematically, or both Building credibility and trust with a diverse jury Designing multiple persuasive paths that lead to the same verdict Predicting shifts in juror alliances and adjusting your approach mid-deliberation This episode is a must-listen for trial attorneys, litigation teams, and legal professionals looking to sharpen their understanding of jury behavior and boost courtroom outcomes.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

 How do elite trial teams transform complex legal disputes into courtroom strategies that resonate with decision-makers? In this episode, IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic is joined by Jason Barnes, IMS Senior Strategy Advisor (Emeritus), to discuss the tactical frameworks and techniques behind successful litigation strategy.   Drawing from more than three decades of experience, Jason shares insights into:  Why early case strategy is critical, and why waiting until discovery can be costly How to simplify complex technical information through visual advocacy and demonstratives Real-world examples from high-stakes IP, antitrust, and white-collar cases Collaborating with expert witnesses to deliver testimony that resonates across audiences Using tactile tools like 3D-printed models to create a lasting impact in the courtroom Whether you are a litigator, trial consultant, or in-house counsel, this conversation presents actionable strategies to sharpen case narratives and enhance trial outcomes.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  Read about Jason’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/jason-barnes  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting   Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact   IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

With skepticism toward corporations at an all-time high, defense teams face new hurdles in the courtroom. In this IMS Ignite Podcast episode, Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic is joined by Jury Consulting Advisor Keith Pounds, PhD, to explore how anti-corporate sentiment is reshaping modern jury trials and what litigators can do about it.  Together, Chris and Keith dive into:  Storytelling tactics that resonate with today’s juries The value of early visual advocacy to shape discovery Proactive witness preparation that avoids common plaintiff traps How corporate defendants are introduced in courts Why starting with a polished “corporate commercial” might backfire If you are a trial attorney or general counsel working with corporate defendants, listen now to learn how to shift the corporate narrative and courtroom dynamics in your next case.  Find the original LinkedIn Live here.  Learn more about Keith’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/keith-c-pounds-phd  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic    Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting    Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

This IMS Insights Podcast episode explores Texas Rule of Evidence 702 and the high-stakes world of expert witness admissibility with veteran trial attorney Larry Cotten of Cotten Schmidt. As the first Texas litigator to successfully challenge an expert under the landmark Daubert/Robinson standard, Larry provides strategic insights on effectively preparing, defending, or challenging expert witnesses, including tips for using visuals to strengthen your argument.  Hosted by IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic, this conversation provides practical guidance for plaintiff and defense attorneys, drawn from the landmark Texas Supreme Court case DuPont v. Robinson. Larry and Chris unpack the crucial role judges, juries, and venues play in Daubert hearings, making this a must-listen for litigators looking to sharpen their trial strategy.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  Read about Larry’s expertise: Larry E. Cotten | Cotten Schmidt  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting   Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

 Craig A. Thompson is a partner at Venable LLP and a nationally recognized trial attorney known for his commanding courtroom presence and distinguished service across law, politics, and public leadership. In this IMS Insights Podcast episode, he joins IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic for a compelling conversation on strategic advocacy in high-stakes litigation. Craig shares candid lessons from his decades-long career, including:  What it takes to succeed in complex jury trials How leadership outside the courtroom sharpens legal strategy Proven techniques for connecting with jurors under pressure Defining moments that shaped his legal and public service journey Whether preparing for trial or looking to elevate your leadership approach, this discussion delivers real-world insights from one of the litigation industry's most respected voices.  Watch the recorded conversation on LinkedIn and follow us for future livestreams: @IMSLegalStrategies.  Read about Craig’s background: https://www.venable.com/professionals/t/craig-a-thompson  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting   Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic sits down with Senior Strategy Advisor Andrew “Andy” Spingler to discuss how thoughtful trial preparation can transform case outcomes. With decades of experience supporting top trial lawyers across the country, Andy shares his strategic approach that emphasizes collaboration and closing arguments.   Throughout the conversation, Chris and Andy highlight how small shifts can create incremental competitive advantages and ultimately shape the jury's perception. Whether you are gearing up for trial or looking to refine future litigation strategies, this IMS Insights Podcast episode delivers expert wisdom you will not want to miss.   IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic is joined by Trial Consultant Michelle Cooper, Esq., for a compelling conversation on how trial teams can use storytelling, visual advocacy, and analogies to make complex financial concepts more relatable in the courtroom. Drawing from their real-world litigation expertise, Chris and Michelle explore effective strategies for framing issues like business judgment and trust in ways that resonate with jurors.   Their discussion offers insight into overcoming juror bias, building credibility, and clarifying abstract data through meaningful narratives. For legal teams navigating the complexities of securities disputes, this IMS Insights Podcast episode is a valuable resource for enhancing courtroom communication and achieving optimal outcomes.   IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 65,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.