Many Connecticut trial lawyers say prospective jurors are begging off jury duty more often than ever because they're hesitant to spend time away from their jobs or job searches. The longer the trial is expected to be, the greater the reluctance to serve. As a result, the time needed to select a jury is increasing significantly-sometimes doubling. That, in turn, is driving up the cost of some trials by thousands of dollars.
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The Reluctant Juror
The Connecticut Law Tribune
April 13, 2009
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