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Explore our blog for expert analysis, industry trends, and best practices in open-source intelligence and social media investigations. Our team shares their tips, tricks, and perspectives on uncovering critical digital evidence, staying ahead of emerging threats, and leveraging social media investigations for legal and corporate cases.
The Power of Presence: Why In-Person Networking Still Matters
In a time when Zoom calls and Teams messages dominate our workdays, the idea of networking in person might feel almost old-fashioned. But...
Heather Hernadi
Jul 82 min read
What Social Media Says - Even When You’re Not Supposed to Be TalkingÂ
As investigative reporters, we’re trained to observe the details others miss. As social media investigators, we know that silence...
Heather Hernadi
Jun 52 min read
Reading Between the Tweets: How Social Media Reflects Juror Behavior
A deep dive into juror research methodologies and the Social Slooth approach  When it comes to understanding jurors, questionnaires and...
Heather Hernadi
Jun 33 min read
LinkedIn as a Legal Intelligence Tool: Beyond Networking
LinkedIn is often viewed as a digital resume board or a recruitment tool, but for legal professionals, its real power lies in...
Vicki Maran
May 292 min read
Emotional Appeals in Jury Persuasion
The Emotional Side of Persuasion In every courtroom, facts and law form the backbone of a case. But to win hearts and minds, trial...
Shanea Brodhacker
May 193 min read
The Evolution of Digital Evidence: How Courts' Acceptance of Social Media Has Changed Legal Strategy
When social media first entered courtrooms in the early 2000s, judges approached digital evidence with extreme caution. Today, that same...
Jamie Walker
May 83 min read
The Digital Persona: A Window into Juror Psychology
Jury selection has come a long way from just asking a few standard questions in court. These days, people’s online lives—what they post,...
Heather Hernadi
May 63 min read
Misinformation and Disinformation: How They Impact Legal Cases and Jury Pools
In today’s digital world, information spreads faster than ever—but so does misinformation and disinformation. While both terms refer to...
Heather Hernadi
Apr 33 min read
March Madness and the Law: The Legal Game Behind the Game
March Madness isn’t just about buzzer-beaters, Cinderella stories, and office bracket pools—it’s also a legal powerhouse. From sports...
Vicki Maran
Mar 214 min read
Knowledge Graphs – The Missing Piece in a Trial Team’s Arsenal
Any trial consultant or lawyer knows that every juror is different. We all have various experiences and interactions that shape our view...
Noah Britt
Feb 283 min read
Jury Selection in the Digital Age: The Mangione Case and the Risk of Jury Nullification
I recently came across an article discussing the jury selection challenges in the high-profile Luigi Mangione case, and it highlights a...
Heather Hernadi
Feb 192 min read
The Hidden Story in Data: Lessons from Anscombe’s Quartet
Anscombe’s quartet is a collection of four datasets created in 1973 by statistician Francis Anscombe. Despite appearing vastly different...
Noah Britt
Feb 113 min read
Lessons from High-Profile Trials: How Jury Research Shaped the Verdict
In high-profile trials, winning isn’t just about evidence—it’s about perception. Every case plays out in front of a jury with their own...
Social Slooth Research Team
Feb 112 min read
The Psychology of Verdicts: Cialdini’s 7 Principles Every Lawyer Must Know
Winning a case isn’t just about presenting facts—it’s about persuading the jury. Research shows that jurors rely on both logic and...
Social Slooth Research Team
Feb 103 min read
The Top Legal Conferences to Attend in 2025
In the fast-evolving legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is not just an advantage but a necessity. Whether you are a seasoned...
Shanea Brodhacker
Feb 42 min read
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