From a practitioner’s standpoint, jury trials are fun. They add an element of excitement and drama and require a bit of acting on behalf of counsel. That’s why trials on TV are always in front of a jury.
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Clearly the defense does see an advantage in the use of juries and one of them is the fun part of acting in front of an audience who, unlike a seasoned judge, might be impressed with pomp and the use of poor quality medical evidence. You’ve just substantiated Mr. Shanoff’s point of view perfectly.