Comments on: Video: Maximizing Inconsistent Statements in Cross-Examination

By: Pupil Barrister

Pupil Barrister — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:53:11 +0000

I’m a pupil (trainee) barrister in England about to prepare to do a XX on a previous inconsistent statement tomorrow. I’ve got to say, this was brilliant in its simplicity and power and a great deal of help to me.
Thank you for sharing this with everyone.

By: Robert

Robert — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 03:44:18 +0000

I was thinking, correct me if I’m wrong. I think that even though both statements are false, the point is the plaintiff still gave inconsistant statements, proving she’s unreliable, & or a liar.
By the way, the plaintiff will have an attorney. That’s why I’m preparing myself as best as I can.
I’ll post a follow up on the verdict

By: Robert

Robert — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 03:03:40 +0000

I am not an attorney, nor in the process of being one. However due to financial reasons I will be representing myself in a civil case as respondent in a stalking order. Situation is unique because I missed the initial hearing, but was allowed to have the judgement set aside for a new hearing. What if the statement on the petition is a lie & the statement during the hearing was different, but also a lie. I’m preparing for the hearing & can’t wait to hear which version will be used, could be different too. do i still lock in the prior even it’s not true. I have evidence but it’s not conclusive, on the truth. what do I do.

By: van

van — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 22:09:21 +0000

Good stuff. THanks

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:54:02 +0000

I think those in Congress should be required to watch these videos. Some of the questions they ask during confirmation hearings fall flat. The nominee(s) have usually been coached/prepped, gone through mock hearings to get their answers down pat.

By: Student

Student — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:29:25 +0000

Very helpful
I hope that this video helps me to do better in today’s mock trial
Please make more videos

By: Joseph

Joseph — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:53:16 +0000

Could you speak to ¨compound¨questions? Thanks J

By: Jason

Jason — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:22:21 +0000

Good stuff Elliot. thank you. keep it coming.

By: Pro Se

Pro Se — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:59:53 +0000

Thank you so much for the free tips…it came just in time for my cross-examination. It is very clear and logical and helpful! Thank you, again, very much.

By: Fazia

Fazia — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 02:11:03 +0000

I make the mistake of asking “which one is the truth” today’s or the one a year ago. It is true, asking that question takes away from the effect and it also may assist with helping jurors reconcile the facts. Thank you Elliot. This was a great video