Auto Accident Cases: Essential techniques for preparing clients for depositions and trial testimony

Mark J. Favaloro
Mark J. Favaloro | Favaloro Law

Mark J. Favaloro is the principal of Favaloro Law, originally established in Massachusetts before establishing his current Virginia Beach office. He brings 42 years of trial experience to the firm, having handled matters in the trial courts of the Commonwealths of Virginia, Massachusetts and Tennessee, as well as in the U.S. District Courts and Courts of Appeal in the First and Fourth circuits.

On-Demand: May 3, 2024

2 hour CLE

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Program Summary

This session focuses on equipping legal professionals with essential techniques for effectively preparing clients for depositions and trial testimony in auto accident cases. Through a comprehensive review, participants will gain insights into common mistakes frequently encountered by both clients and lawyers during these crucial stages of preparation. By addressing these pitfalls, attendees will be better equipped to guide their clients through the deposition and trial process, ultimately enhancing their chances of success in auto accident litigation.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Initial client intake
  • Review of medical records when preparing your client for testimony
  • Preparing your client for cross examination

This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

Mark J. Favaloro_myLawCLEMark J. Favaloro | Favaloro Law

Mark J. Favaloro is the principal of Favaloro Law, originally established in Massachusetts before establishing his current Virginia Beach office. He brings 42 years of trial experience to the firm, having handled matters in the trial courts of the Commonwealths of Virginia, Massachusetts and Tennessee, as well as in the U.S. District Courts and Courts of Appeal in the First and Fourth circuits. Mr. Favaloro is a member of the Virgnia State Bar, the Massachusetts State Bar, and Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.

Mr. Favaloro is a frequent CLE lecturer, having presented over 50 CLE sessions in his 42 years of practice. He earned his B.S. degree, cum laude, from the University of New Hampshire, his J.D. degree from the New England Law/Boston and his LL.M. degree from the Boston University School of Law.

Agenda

I. Initial client intake | 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Break | 1:00pm – 1:10pm

II. Review of medical records when preparing your client for testimony | 1:10pm – 1:40pm

III. Preparing your client for cross examination | 1:40pm – 2:10pm

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