Defense strikes back in Wecht trial Feb 26, 2008
With direct examination of Ms. Young over yesterday morning, defense attorney Mark Rush used the same types of documents to show plenty of instances when the former coroner charged his clients properly, if not less than what he paid for plane tickets. "You would think if you were engaged in a scheme of artifice to defraud ... you wouldn't undercharge them, would you?" Mr. Rush asked Ms. Young, Dr. Wecht's top administrative assistant from 2002 to 2005. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Program offers taste of legal system Feb 25, 2008
Courtroom etiquette, proper direct examination and consequences fitting the offense are all on the agenda when students at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University mentor teens in the Maricopa County Teen Court program. Teen Court is a diversionary program in which teens serve as prosecutors, defense attorneys, bailiffs and members of the jury to determine the proper consequence for a peer who has admitted responsibility for a violation of the law. (AZCentral -- News)
DRAM Exec Says He Didn't Fix Prices Feb 22, 2008
On direct examination, John Bartko of Bartko Zankel Tarrant r positioned his client as an American executive not privy to higher-level decision-making in a Korean company. English translations of conversations among Korean executives left out information about a price-fixing conspiracy, Swanson confirmed. (Law.com)
Former aide details phony billings Feb 21, 2008
Trial resumes today with Ms. Young still under direct examination. Jonathan D. Silver can be reached at or 412-263-1962. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Liberia: Taylor Objects to Expert Evidence at Trial Feb 20, 2008
Prosecution Counsel, Mohamed Bangura, continued his direct examination of Witness TF1-101 ... Shyamala Alagendra began the direct examination of Witness TF1-192. (allAfrica.com)
Court proceedings in Pate case delayed; defendant ill Feb 13, 2008
Under direct examination by one of Pate's defense counselors, Matt Vaughn of Fairfield, Dr. Saqib said Pate should begin feeling better within 24 to 48 hours. Vaughn asked the doctor if he felt Pate should see a dentist and receive a follow-up visit with Dr. Saqib in 48 hours. (Carmi Times, IL)
Maui's Na Wai Eha effort seen as agriculture threat Feb 2, 2008
This came on direct examination by Hawaiian Commercial Co. attorney David Schulmeister, who was trying to show the effects on the 36,000-acre sugar plantation if water from the four streams in West Maui known as Na Wai Eha are redirected away from sugar. At the end of 90 minutes, Schulmeister asked Holaday, "Is there anything else you would like to tell Dr. (Lawrence) Miike?," the hearings officer. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Liberia: Dr. Ellis Details the History of Country's Conflict [guest blog] Jan 18, 2008
Mohamed Bangura resumed his direct examination of Dr. Stephen Ellis, an expert in African Studies ... The following is a summary of the key points covered during the rest of Dr. Ellis's direct examination. (allAfrica.com)
Liberia: Taylor Trial Examination of Witness Stephen Ellis Begins [guest blog] Jan 17, 2008
The next prosecution witness, Stephen Ellis was introduced and the direct examination of Dr. Ellis commenced. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Liberia: Taylor Trial Witness Testifies On 'Operation No Living Thing' [guest blog] Jan 16, 2008
Prosecution team member Christopher Santora resumed his direct examination of Dennis Koker today ... The defense team started its cross-examination of Koker immediately after his direct examination was completed at 2:30 p.m., at the start of the afternoon session ... Throughout his direct examination, Koker described the brutal treatment inflicted on civilians. (allAfrica.com)
Britney Spears Turns Up For Child-Custody Hearing -- Then Leaves Jan 15, 2008
Kevin Federline, sporting a mohawk and a navy-blue suit, attended the morning session, in which a male Los Angeles police officer one of the emergency respondents on the scene the night of January 3 testified under direct examination but is yet to be cross-examined. Up to eight other witnesses from that night are expected to testify as well, according to a spokesperson for the court. (VHI.com -- Music News)
How to use the Internet to buy art without getting burned Jan 5, 2008
Before bidding, you can get a condition report, which is the result of direct examination by a professional. I once was told by a former employee of Sotheby s that 80 percent of the condition reports made by experts in contemporary art remained in files and never were asked for by bidders. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Bersch case sides agree on guilt-but not on crime Dec 18, 2007
When the final panel was selected, Judge Czajka instructed them on courtroom procedures, such as direct examination and cross examination and evidence; not to speak to anyone about the case; and not to listen to any media reports about the case Jurors were sent home for the day at 3:50 p.m. and told to return by 9:30 a.m. Thursday, December 13, when attorneys would deliver opening statements. To contact Diane Valden email. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Lokuta prosecutor not alarmed Dec 16, 2007
Sinatra declined to put a time frame on how much longer the direct examination of his client will last. He originally told the court he needed about nine hours, but has already exceeded that expectation. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Judicial board presses Lokuta about alleged conspiracy Dec 15, 2007
Lokuta s attorney, Lou Sinatra, will continue the direct examination of his client when the case resumes Jan. 14 in Philadelphia. Testimony was supposed to end Friday, but took longer than anticipated. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Play It Isn't So Dec 8, 2007
According to the Dec. 6 indictment, Perino perjured himself at least once in response to a question under direct examination and at least 11 times under cross-examination by Crespo's defense attorney. The indictment alleges that Perino testified falsely in denying that he had even questioned Crespo. (eWeek)
Appeals contend wrong law applied, administrative errors criminalized Nov 28, 2007
The appellants wrote, "The government's entire case was premised upon extensive direct examination of virtually every witness it called regarding violations of four Border Patrol policies on Feb. 17, 2005," namely. The policy requiring agents to obtain permission from a supervisor before engaging in a "pursuit of a vehicle, and thereafter prepare a "pursuit form" reflecting the particulars of the situation; The policy outlining the requirements for the use of deadly force, which does not contain... (WorldNetDaily)
Tinea Of The Nails Underdiagnosed In Children Nov 19, 2007
Etiologic evaluation was carried out by: a) direct examination with 40% KOH at 400X; b) culture in specific medium; c) macro/micro morphologic evaluation of the colonies. Twelve cases of T. unguium were identified, of which four patients were 12 years old or younger, seven presented onycholysis and five demonstrated enlargements and change of color of the affected nails. (Science Daily)
The Appendix Protects Us From Germs And Protects Good Bacteria Oct 9, 2007
As a direct examination of the function of the appendix would have been extremely difficult, Parker decided to carry out a deductive study. Rabbits, opossums and wombats are the only other animals, apart from humans, that are known to have appendices - their appendices are quite different from the human's. (Medical News Today)
Man accused of being accomplice in WL triple murder says he knew nothing of plans Oct 5, 2007
Castillo, however, told jurors under direct examination that he had spurned Cruz's advances and told Martinez he should dump the "baby mamma" - suggesting Cruz's testimony was payback. In his testimony, Castillo said that he was a victim of Guzman, a man he's known since they were children. (Journal Inquirer, CT)
Counsel Not Ineffective Despite Calling Client a Liar During Trial Oct 3, 2007
As noted in the majority opinion, written by Justice Laura Carter Higley, Martin complained that the defense attorney, while questioning Martin on direct examination, commented that Martin's life "is a dad-gum mess." ... According to the opinion, Martin elected to testify and told the jury about his prior convictions on direct examination and under cross-examination ... In one exchange during his direct examination of the defendant, Boyd told Martin that "you're a liar, you've covered up, you're... (Law.com)
Carlin IV testifies Linehan saw gun-washing Oct 3, 2007
When asked under direct examination by prosecutor Pat Gullufsen if Leppink had made sexual advances on him, Carlin IV said no.. Leppink made lewd gestures but never advances, he said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Jeffs' lawyers aim to discredit accuser Sep 17, 2007
In testimony under direct examination Friday, Doe tearfully said she submitted to the arranged marriage and sex under coercion from church leaders and family members who would have banished her for defiance. Warren Jeffs (left), and his defense attorneys Richard Wright and Tara L. Isaacson confer at the end of the day during Warren Jeffs' trial on Friday in St. George, Utah. (AZCentral)
Testimony: Sen. Stevens' Son Took Bribes Sep 15, 2007
Allen spent just minutes Thursday under direct examination by federal prosecutor James Goeke. Unlike his first day on the stand, prosecutors played no wiretapped phone conversations or images and conversations secretly recorded in a room rented by VECO in Juneau's Baranof Hotel. (Newsmax)
Defense rests in Richmond case Sep 14, 2007
During direct examination with Gayoso, Howard said he and Jackson were watching Cold Case Files on television when Jackson said that without physical evidence there was no case. Howard said Jackson told of how he got rid of the clothes and the gun. (SunOnline)
'I didn't mean to kill Matt,' says murder defendant Sep 13, 2007
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Attorneys in Spector trial spar over testimony Aug 16, 2007
Doctor who testified is married to one of defense attorneys. Controversy surrounds an expert witness who testified in Phil Spector's trial. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Prosecutor, defense spar over Spector testimony Aug 16, 2007
Prosecutor, defense spar over testimony in Phil Spector trial. Article:Prosecutor, defense spar over testimony in Phil Spector:/n/a/2007/08/15/state/n031240D26. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Spector prosecutor accuses defense witness of inventing theory Aug 16, 2007
Call: (800) 877-3400. A prosecutor in Phil Spector's murder trial angrily accused noted forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden Wednesday of inventing a new theory about the death of Lana Clarkson at the behest of defense attorneys who include his wife in an effort to bolster the defense case. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Justices strike down Contra Costa family court rules Aug 13, 2007
"But family law litigants should not be subjected to second-class status or deprived of access to justice. In the closely watched case, Jeffrey Elkins, now a consultant and the former CEO of CalTech International Telecom Corp. in Daville, sued Contra Costa Superior Court after Judge Barry Baskin refused to consider all but two of his 36 trial exhibits and wouldn't allow him to testify in court. Contra Costa County Superior Court's local rule in effect since 2005 - and a trial-setting order -... (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Robbery conviction reversed over denial of cross-examination Aug 4, 2007
Brooks testified on direct examination that Moore was present during the robbery and at some point got out of the van to pick up a stolen wallet that Cromwell had thrown on the ground ... On redirect examination, the prosecutor asked Brooks about the hearing in which he pleaded guilty and his agreement at that time that Moore was present during the robbery ... During the redirect examination, Brooks invoked his Fifth Amendment right to avoid self-incrimination and couldn't be questioned further.... (Journal Inquirer, CT)
EW man accused of shooting neighbor may be changing his story Aug 3, 2007
In such situations, the defendant typically is allowed to testify in narrative form, without being asked questions during his direct examination. Shustock, 75, is charged with attempted murder, first-degree assault, and criminal use of a firearm in the shooting of Thomas E. Lowell II of 37 Graham Road, East Windsor, on Jan. 29, 2006. (Journal Inquirer, CT)
Pickton witnesses may not matter Jul 4, 2007
Crown counsel, in its direct examination, did not ask ... Why did the Crown not elicit these admissions during direct examination. (National Post)
Anderson phone calls suspicious to Stafford Jun 30, 2007
In direct examination by Prosecutor Eric Bellas, Stafford detailed how he became aware of Emily's disappearance Dec, 29, 2005, when he returned from a holiday break on Jan. 3, 2006. After assigning the case to Det. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Rough Day for Brocade Backdating Defense Jun 21, 2007
And while she testified under direct examination that she knew that properly expensing backdated options would result in a negative "charge" on a company's balance sheet, she told Marmaro that she didn't know what a charge was. After the cross-examination Wednesday, Marmaro said Weaver's testimony bore little credibility. (Law.com)
PET/CT Should Be 'First-step' Test For Patients With Crohn's Disease Jun 6, 2007
"PET/CT can answer the major question: What is the activity of the disease"" explained Hustinx.Crohn's disease, an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can affect the digestive system, has no medical cure, and its causes are unknown, explained Hustinx. Once the disease begins, it can fluctuate between periods of inactivity (remission) and activity (relapse). During relapses, symptoms--varying in nature, frequency and intensity--include abdominal pain, diarrhea and worsening general physical... (Science Daily)
Mountie's original notes into shooting now destroyed May 24, 2007
Constable Koester, while under direct examination by Coroner's Counsel Mitch Houg, said he arrested Mr. Bush for obstructing a police officer and took him into the detachment to issue a promise-to-appear order. Videos. (Globe and Mail -- National)
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During direct examination by Keene, Thayer testified to finding Michele's van outside the Harris' front gate the morning of Sept. 12. Thayer said she looked inside the van for Michele, but did not find her. (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
Landis saw call made to LeMondBut Tour winner denies ever doping May 21, 2007
Landis spent a good deal of the 75-minute direct examination by one of his attorneys trying to put out flames from the past nine months, saying numerous times he never used performance-enhancing substances during his career and offering his version of more recent events that have threatened to implode a carefully orchestrated PR campaign. Landis said he never told Greg LeMond that he doped, as LeMond had implied in testimony earlier in the week. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
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"During direct examination, you couldn't shut her up. She'd prattle on and on and on and had a perfect memory," he said. "On cross examination, she called at least five people liars ... and how many times did she say 'I don't know' or 'I don't remember that conversation.'". (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
Police chief grilled over Taurus Cafe May 18, 2007
"I consider police Chief Ortiz to be a very decent and very honest man and I say that after an hour-and-a-half of direct examination," Avigdor said after the five-hour hearing. "He acknowledged that the press release that was released with his name in it was not accurate and he said that was not true, that the shooting happened a block-and-a-half away.". (New Haven Register, CT)
Radler testifies he and Black hid $5m bonus May 10, 2007
Although he accused Mr Radler of offering "partial truth" in testimony related to his stake in a private company he owned with Lord Black, Mr Greenspan did not attack any of the substantive accusations Mr Radler offered this week in direct examination, including allegations that Lord Black was intimately involved in a complex scheme to steal from Hollinger. Mr Radler confirmed he had received a 2002 memo of "musings" that Lord Black regularly sent fellow shareholders in his private Canadian... (MSNBC -- Business)
Former associate testifies Black was kept informed May 8, 2007
Black's stern expression belied little, although he too looked more relaxed as Radler's testimony unfolded under direct examination. Black was joined in court by his wife, Barbara Amiel, and his two eldest children. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Chief U.S. Witness Testifies at Conrad Black Trial May 8, 2007
Nevertheless, his voice was calm, and within five minutes of testimony he was chuckling under the direct examination of Assistant U.S. Attorney Eric Sussman. Radler began his testimony by describing the plea bargain that turned him into the chief prosecution witness against Black. (MediaWeek.com)
Defense attorney DeLuca ready for new challenge May 6, 2007
The basic skills cross and direct examination, presentation of evidence, familiarity with the case are all the same. The 39-year-old found a new respect for the office when his family became a victim of a crime. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Four Lions Cleared, Two Bound For Trial May 5, 2007
The remaining five defendants had four differing attorneys, and each was allowed to question the witnesses after Sloane held his direct examination. No Penn State football players were called to testify. (LionNews.com)
Thompson: Hollinger management kept him in dark May 2, 2007
Mr. Thompson appeared at ease on the witness stand earlier Tuesday, under direct examination by Mr. Sussman, informing jurors he went to Samuel F.B. Morse Elementary School on Chicago's West Side and served 14 years as governor. He furrowed his brow, occasionally removing his glasses or putting them back on, as Mr. Sussman walked him through questions. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Witness recalls terror Apr 7, 2007
Ms. Muller, 31, took the stand at about 11 a.m. Under direct examination by the DA, Ms. Muller told the court she and her 2 1/2-year-old son, Michael, had lived with her parents, Dennis and Carolyn Lynch at 60 Upper Cady Road since April 2006. Before that, she lived with her husband at 70 Bristol Road in Canaan. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Trial Has Begun in Goshen Case Apr 6, 2007
Mr. Mazarelli's attorney, John R. Williams, peppered Ms. Campos with objections during her direct examination of the two women, especially Ms. Landry, a teacher from Islip, N.Y. "Isn't it very rude to take something and not pay for it?" Mr. Williams asked. "Do you teach your students to take each other's property?" "I did not pay," Ms. Landry admitted. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Doc: Fake firefighter tried suicide Apr 5, 2007
The psychiatrist told Assistant District Attorney Maxine Rosenthal on direct examination that various brain scans showed that Braunstein's injuries were present but were healing. Lee said his doctors had decided against surgery. (Newsday -- New York City)
Two Young Prosecutors in Cendant Case Get Their Man Mar 28, 2007
Under direct examination by Martinez, Silverman -- a far more credible witness than Corigliano -- testified that Forbes understood complex financial terms. When the two went on road shows to tout the merger, Silverman said, he was "blown away" by Forbes's grasp of CUC's financials. (Law.com)
Despite all doubt, defendant admits stabbing victim Mar 22, 2007
"Calligan used his cross-examination to point out discrepancies between the defendant's testimony and that of others.Calligan first asked when Tillinghast arrived at the party. He answered it was about 2:20 or 2:30 a.m. Calligan then noted the 911 call was made at 2:47. Other witnesses said it was at least an hour from the time the defendant and his friends arrived to the time of the fight.Calligan also asked about Tillinghast's statement to police, where he indicated he never even entered the... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Day 3 highlights Mar 15, 2007
Barletta will then have the opportunity to answer questions from his lawyer on direct examination. The plaintiffs will then cross-examine Barletta again about crime statistics in Hazleton. (Wilkes Barre Citizen's Voice, PA)
BARLETTA DOESN'T BACK DOWN Mar 15, 2007
The direct examination will give Barletta more freedom to expound upon his views. It was very frustrating, Barletta said after court closed Wednesday. (Wilkes Barre Citizen's Voice, PA)
Carr to serve time in prison Mar 9, 2007
Carr laid out his usual routine of reporting to various courts, set lunch dates and working hours under direct examination by Mathis. Under cross examination, Carr was asked to explain the motivations of the witnesses who testified that he either had sex with them in exchange for money or propositioned them while they were clients. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Exclusive: Jerome Corsi exposes details from transcript of Ramos-Compean trial Mar 3, 2007
In direct examination by Compean attorney Chris Antcliff, Compean explains ... We resume to the direct examination by Antcliff (Vol XIII, pages 144-145). (WorldNetDaily)
Complex $46M Fee Request Argued in Wal-Mart Break-Time Class Action Mar 1, 2007
Under direct examination by Wal-Mart local counsel Brian Flaherty of Wolf Block Schorr -Cohen in Philadelphia, Wellington said that his conclusions were based on personal experience in recent cases and on reviews of reports on average Philadelphia hourly legal rates by industry research groups. He later told the court that the local legal "market has certain realities to it.". (Law.com)
Border Patrol officer accused of helping drug smuggler who was boyhood friend Feb 23, 2007
In direct examination by prosecutor Debra Kanof, Rene Sanchez testified (trial transcript, Vol. VI, beginning at page 225) that although he was born in the United States, he was raised in San Ysidro, Mexico, a town he left when he was 15 or 16 years old. Sanchez further testified he first learned of Aldrete-Davila's involvement in the Feb. 17, 2005, incident through a phone call he received from his mother-in-law, Gregoria Toquinto, in late February or early March 2005. (WorldNetDaily)
North Penn students get real life court experience in mock trial Feb 22, 2007
As the plaintiff's attorney, Zhang said, she presented opening statements and conducted direct examination. Andrew Wai, 15, a sophomore on the senior team, said he played the role of a defense witness. (Doylestown Central Bucks Life, PA)
Who Is Howard K. Stern? Feb 16, 2007
When Anna was fighting for her late husbands fortune, Howard presented Annas direct examination at the trial. Howard was right by Annas side every step of the way. (MSNBC -- News)
'Sahara's' Cussler draws line in sand Feb 14, 2007
After a week of trial, plaintiff and star-witness author Clive Cussler took the stand for a brief direct examination in his case against Paul Anschutz's Crusader Entertainment over the disappointing film "Sahara.". Under the direction of his attorney, Bert Fields, Cussler touched on the main elements of his claim that his extensive script approval rights were violated and that the ultimate product "tore the heart out" of his novel, which features action-adventurer Dirk Pitt. (Variety)
8 hours, just one witness: Ex-principal's hearing begins Feb 13, 2007
Less than an hour into his direct examination, Moeller was finished. Then Ross went at Robinson. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Grilled in court over stripper slay Feb 10, 2007
On direct examination Thursday, Cortez denied he had killed Woods on Nov. 27, 2005, saying he never hurt her physically and never wanted to. Both sides were expected to present closing arguments Tuesday before handing the case to the jury. (Newsday -- New York City)
Reporter: Libby Confirmed Wilson CIA Link Feb 1, 2007
On direct examination by the prosecution, Cooper deconstructed his July 12, 2003 conversation with Libby. The reporter said he had reached out to the then-top aide to Vice President Cheney for a story that was going to press that night. (CBS News)
I lied to accused killer, cop admits Feb 1, 2007
"People are more likely to speak to you if they like you," he told Crown prosecutor Satinder Sidhu during direct examination. Pickton is charged with killing 26 women from Vancouver's Downtown Eastside and is standing trial on six of those counts. (Ottawa Sun)
