Why Behavioral Science Beats Courtroom Folklore

Why Behavioral Science Beats Courtroom Folklore

June 10, 2026 · 37 min · Season 2 · Episode 47

About this episode

This episode explores how behavioral science can improve trial strategies by debunking common jury myths and understanding juror attitudes.

Send us Fan Mail Trial lawyers often rely on courtroom advice that sounds true because it has been repeated for years. But juries do not decide cases based on folklore. In this episode, we look at how behavioral science helps plaintiff trial teams test assumptions, understand juror attitudes, and strengthen case strategy before trial. What This Episode Covers Why common jury myths can mislead trial teams How confirmation bias shapes case strategy Why job titles and...

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