Using social media as part of your trial preparation 
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Published: July 15, 2011
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For years now, jury researchers have been using the Internet to gauge public sentiment and investigate potential jurors. The media-fueled frenzy of the Casey Anthony trial opened new avenues for trial consultants to help lawyers craft their tactics, and experts say those techniques will find their way to other, less publicized court battles.
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