Science of Justice

Why Behavioral Science Beats Courtroom Folklore

June 10, 2026·36 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Send us Fan Mail Trial lawyers often rely on courtroom advice that sounds true because it has been repeated for years. But juries do not decide cases based on folklore. In this episode, we look at how behavioral science helps plaintiff trial teams test assumptions, understand juror attitudes, and strengthen case strategy before trial. What This Episode Covers Why common jury myths can mislead trial teams How confirmation bias shapes case strategy Why job titles and...

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