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Evidence Comes to Life with the Click of a Mouse

From humble beginnings in 1951 when the first blackboard was used in a courtroom, visual props have evolved in sophistication. The blackboard led to flip charts and photo enlargements, overhead projection, the playing of videotapes and now to the integration of sight and sound with electronic slide presentations. While props in the courtroom provide razzle-dazzle to keep jurors attentive, they should never be overlooked in situations such as settlement conferences, mediations and arbitrations where strict evidentiary rules do not apply.

22 minute read November 01, 2003 at 02:07 PM
By
D. Chad McCoy
Evidence Comes to Life with the Click of a Mouse

From humble beginnings in 1951 when the first blackboard was used in a courtroom, visual props have evolved in sophistication. The blackboard led to flip charts and photo enlargements, overhead projection, the playing of videotapes and now to the integration of sight and sound with electronic slide presentations.

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