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THE FILM: A FEW GOOD MEN THE LESSON: JURORS GIVE THEIR OWN MEANING TO THE DIFFERENT WAYS THAT MEN AND WOMEN EXPRESS THEMSELVES.

Authors :
Tocci, M. J.
Source :
ABA Journal. Aug2008, Vol. 94 Issue 8, p52-53. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article focuses on the lessons learned by lawyers from the movie "A Few Good Men" that could help them manage their legal professions in the U.S. It mentions that conversational style is one of the most important factors in the cross-examination of the witness. It states that conversational style can affect the witness's credibility that influenced the judge's preparation of the witness, direct examination strategy and the use of closing arguments in addressing possible misunderstanding by the jury of the witness's testimony.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07470088
Volume :
94
Issue :
8
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
ABA Journal
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
34062343