A Civil Action
In a trial, rhetoric is an important part in the success or failure of a case. This is a double-edged sword; it can play out either good or bad. Rhetoric can be used to stress an important detail or idea, but it can also to derail the other side's case, or, just take them out mentally. Unfortunately for Jan, it didn't work to his advantage. Facher's repeated objections caused Jan to lose track and to disturb him. This is not fair, nor right, but it is a part of the legal game that a lawyer must be ready to deal with. If a lawyer is thrown off balance by these tactics, the jury will most likely notice this, and it can be seen as a sign of inconsistency; hurting the chances of presenting a successful case. However, these tactics are viewed differently, depending on the side of the courtroom one happens to be on. To the defendant who happens to be using these "tools of the trade", it is a defense which can only help to serve your side better. To the attorney though, nothing can hurt them more. These rhetoric objections serve only one purpose in their mind: to obscure the truth. In a case with so much at stake, these are the times which these tactics are critical, and, they do the most damage. With the Woburn trial over, the families
To be at a disadvantage with anything, is not a good sign. To present a legal case from a financial disadvantage is nothing but an uphill battle, as our young lawyer has shown. I do believe it is possible though to present a fair case with this disadvantage clinging to you at every step of the way. The most important thing to remember is to focus on what you need, nothing more, because of your limited funds. A solid case can compete only if planned right and thought through. Then, and only then, shall a person at a financial disadvantage have a chance at present a case, will and fairly. 3. For the most part, the courts due uphold the law and "reinforce social rules and values..." while they "deter behavior contrary to those rules and values". With this as their duty, they must achieve their goal or society will cave in around us; leaving us in a world without values or laws. are the ones hit the hardest. The truth lost in a sea of lies and objections, the defendant's lawyers have done their job, but only to add more persons to the corrupt world we live in. 2. Money. The root of all evil. The savior of justice? Could it be that money is all we need to buy justice in this day and age? Money has not only become a co
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Approximate Word count = 834
Approximate Pages = 3 (250 words per page double spaced)
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