As technology as become increasingly prominent in our lives, it has leaked its way into the courtroom. Some technological advances are extremely helpful when used properly and can be detrimental when used improperly.

There has been much talk about the use of blogs for monitoring public opinion and shaping trial strategy during the Casey Anthony trial. While that may be a useful strategy for high profile cases, you may wonder what impact the internet will have in your everyday run of the mill case.

There are many cases on which I consult where the question arises, do you bring the client to the courtroom? This is often an issue in brain injury cases and in cases of severe physical impairment, but it can be an issue in any case, such as soft tissue injuries.