On damages, a jury is difficult to figure; jurors' deliberations rarely are irrational, but group interactions and their desire to compromise often yield surprising results

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The way jurors figure out damages is by a process of reason which, if understood, lawyers can use to make a damage theory presentation more effective. Research reveals that jurors feel more comfortable with a simple damage theory and are often more likely to use a simple theory in deliberations. Even though they are not informed of workers' compensation and insurance coverage, such considerations sometimes influence the ultimate award. Jurors often cut the amount of damages requested by the plaintiff in half as a tactic for reaching an amount on which they can agree. Pretrial research is sometimes helpful in determining how jurors will evaluate damages.

Psychological aspects, Evaluation, Damages, Damages (Law)

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The future of racial redistricting in voting: Clark v. Calhoun County, Mississippi

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The Fifth Circuit's findings and the Supreme Court's decision to adopt 'watered-down' strict scrutiny as opposed to strict scrutiny guarantees the continued use of race as a key factor in voter redistricting. The move places a stamp of approval on the use of race-based factors without fear of the district's unconstitutionality. The Clark vs. Calhoun County, MI, case would not have happened had the court utilized a strict scrutiny approach.

Interpretation and construction, Laws, regulations and rules, Election districts, Apportionment (Election law)

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Empty votes in jury deliberations

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The author discusses the U.S. Supreme Court-sanctioned system of majority rule in jury deliberations and the social, psychological, and political influence of race and gender on that system.

United States, Women, Majorities

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