James M. Vukelic, JD
Testifying Under Oath: How to be an Effective Witness takes the fear and mystery out of courtroom proceedings. With this book, anyone--witness, plaintiff or defendant can and will learn how to shine on cross-examination, use rules of court to their advantage, and thwart tricks and traps used by lawyers. Most important, it will teach witnesses how to be persuasive in court.
This is the only book of it kind to present knowledge gained from discussions with thousands of actual jurors after trials. It includes observations from the bench and research. Excerpted from actual trials, many examples describe what to do and to avoid on the witness stand.
This easy-to-read guide will take you by the hand, step-by-step, through the judicial process. The reading is interesting and entertaining. Opposing counsel will not be able to intimidate or trick you after you have read this book.
The guide has six chapters including “What You Need to Know Before Trial,” “How to Survive Cross-Examination,” and “Some Do’s and Don’ts at Trial. ” A chapter is devoted to testifying at depositions, those pre-trial events that are often crucial to the case. Also includes a glossary of legal terms.
Published by Volcano Press