by Jim O'Leary | Articles, Law, Trial
Today I learned that I have received Martindale-Hubbell’s esteemed “AV” rating, which recognizes preeminent lawyers with the highest ethical standards and professional ability. The rating is based on the recommendations of peers. The “AV”...
by Jim O'Leary | Articles, Trial
The Florida Supreme Court recently amended Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.451 to authorize a court to permit testimony at a civil hearing or trial by audio or video communication equipment. The rule requires that all parties to the litigation agree to the use of...
by Jim O'Leary | Articles, Law, Trial
The general rule in Florida has been that a witness qualified as an “expert” because he or she has certain knowledge, skill, experience, training, or education may testify in the form of an opinion as to facts at issue in a case. The trial court judges...
by Jim O'Leary | Articles, Auto Accidents, Trial
E-discovery has become more important with the rise of electronic communications. But how can we actually do e-discovery efficiently and effectively? There are many resources out there to aid but the first step is to use non electronic means to think about possible...
by Jim O'Leary | Law, Medical Records, Trial
I just finished a 7 day jury trial and used Trial Pad for the iPad for the first time. In prior trials I have used Sanction and believe it is a tremendous product. However, I was curious what it would be like to be wireless and able to roam the courtroom with iPad in...
by Jim O'Leary | Articles, Constitution, Education, Trial
“It used to be that the a certain segment of the very wealthy understood that in return for their good fortune and the protection of America that they would pay more in taxes so that the less fortunate, i.e. the aged , the infirm and the poor among us, would...
