Archive for July, 2009
Windows 7 – Advantages & Disadvantages for Law Firms
Posted by Joseph Ficocello in Software on July 20, 2009
After several months of testing the Windows 7 Ultimate RC (release candidate) Build 7100 in VirtualBox, the differences between the currently supported Windows operating systems (XP, Vista & now the Windows 7 RC) are stark. Windows XP has been the mainstay of global businesses for many years, still operates on the majority of computers, and is largely responsible for the development of innumerable products. With the release of Vista (Longhorn) on January 30, 2007, both consumers and businesses had a new choice in the world of Windows-based operating systems. As we approach the release of Windows 7 this October, what advantages and disadvantages exist for law firms, legal practitioners, and the thousands of IT & litigation support professionals who assist them in their efforts? Read the rest of this entry »
TrialDirector Training: 5 Tips for Power Users
Posted by Joseph Ficocello in Litigation Support, Trial Presentation on July 11, 2009
As an active TrialDirector Certified Trainer and in-court specialist, there are several techniques that I continually employ which save time, assist in quality control and offer a significant advantage. Among the dozens of steps and pieces of advice one could impart, these five top tips can assist professionals who regularly use the software. These tips are focused on strengthening case preparation, verifying database and image path integrity and customizing the interface to the specific needs of the case. Read the rest of this entry »
10 Things I Can’t Live Without at Trial
Posted by Joseph Ficocello in General on July 6, 2009
As many experienced trial consultants can attest, travel is a necessary evil. We are often away from family and friends for extended periods of time, typically far from home and traveling with a trial team. Sometimes we know the team we will be traveling with, and often meet a group of total strangers for the first time. Depending on the type of trial and duration, a variety of individual factors can be altered as a result of the experience. This can include everything and anything, such as our diet and the amount of sleep (if any) each night. While I would consider myself to be an exceptionally “low maintenance” type of person, I have found that there are 10 things that I consistently rely upon during any trial. Read the rest of this entry »
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