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In the Southern District of New York, both jury and judge trials have their advantages. Juries may be more empathetic but less knowledgeable about complex legal issues, while judges have legal expertise but may be less swayed by emotional arguments. Comparative statistics for bench vs. Jury trials are not readily available. In personal injury cases, you must prove duty, breach, causation, and damages.

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Yes, southern district new york
In the Southern District of New York, both options have their pros and cons.
- Jury: Can be more empathetic to personal situations, but may lack understanding of complex legal issues.
- Judge: Has legal expertise, but may be less influenced by emotional aspects of a case.
Your choice should depend on the specifics of your case.
In the southern district new york who has a better percentage on a bench trial, jury or judge
Comparative statistics between bench trials and jury trials in the Southern District of New York are not readily available. However, case specifics, evidence, and legal arguments are key factors in the outcome, regardless of trial type.
In a personsl injury case, what must be proven
In a personal injury case, the following must generally be proven:
- The party at fault had a duty to act reasonably.
- The party at fault breached that duty.
- The breach of duty directly caused the injury.
- The claimant suffered damages as a result.