Eagle Eye Juror Background Checks
When a complex case goes to trial, it is appropriate and necessary for legal teams to learn about each juror’s attitudes, values, beliefs, life experiences, and feelings. During the jury selection process, also known as voir dire, attorneys aim to identify jurors who are likely to be impartial and sympathetic to their clients case. By gathering background information on jurors, lawyers can make informed decisions about which jurors to challenge or strike from the jury pool. This process is critical to ensure a fair and unbiased jury.
First, create a profile of the most desirable juror for the case. What attitudes, values, and beliefs of the juror would be best for the case’s outcome? Once that juror profile has been built, attorneys will be better prepared to:
Juror Background Checks
In the digital age, lawyers often review juror's social media profiles, property owned, civil or criminal case involvement, demographics, and organization affilliations to gain insights into their attitudes, biases, and personal lives. The interactions and facts can provide valuable clues about a juror's perspective on various issues.
Identify Biases
Lawyers want to uncover any potential biases or prejudices that jurors may have that could affect their ability to be impartial. For example, if a juror has strong opinions or prior experiences related to the case, it may influence their judgment. Identifying these biases allows lawyers to address them during jury selection or trial arguments.
Tailor Arguments
Lawyers use background information to tailor their arguments and presentation to resonate with the jurors. Understanding the jurors' backgrounds, values, and interests can help lawyers craft persuasive arguments that are more likely to resonate with the specific individuals who make up the jury.
Build Rapport
Lawyers may also use background information to establish rapport with jurors. Finding common interests or shared experiences can help attorneys connect with jurors on a personal level, making them more relatable, and trustworthy in the eyes of the jury.
Predict Juror Behavior
Lawyers may use background information to predict how jurors are likely to react to different pieces of evidence or arguments. This can help in developing trial strategies, and anticipating potential challenges.
The investigative work necessary to cultivate juror background information will take time the legal team does not have. Legal Eagle can help with its Eagle Eye juror background program. Eagle Eye has the ability to provide the following information for every juror in the jury pool at an affordable rate:
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AKAs
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Demographics
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Employment History
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Education
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Personal Interests
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Relationships
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Property Associations
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Criminal Filings
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Licenses
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Addresses
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Social Media Accounts
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Emotional Analysis
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Social Media Profile