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At PhillyLegalNews.com, we provide comprehensive legal news, court rulings, settlements, verdicts, and insights into legal technology. Whether you’re an attorney, legal professional, scholar, or simply interested in Philadelphia’s legal landscape, our mission is to keep you informed, engaged, and ahead of the curve.

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Meet the editor: Thomas G. Oakes — a nationally recognized expert in trial and litigation support, based in Philadelphia.
With decades of experience as a court reporter, courtroom technologist, educator, and litigation consultant, Tom brings a unique voice to legal news.
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Handwritten damages calculation board displayed on a courtroom screen with the one-million-dollar total highlighted

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When Should a Trial Exhibit Remain Visible on an Easel?

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September 30, 2026

A key trial exhibit should remain visible as a continuing anchor for your client’s position while witnesses and digital presentations...

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Witness-Marked Foam Board into a Digital Trial Exhibit - Featured image for a PhillyLegalNews Quick TechTip showing an original witness-marked damages board beside a courtroom display. The display uses the same board information with digital highlighting and snapshot labels to illustrate how each presentation iteration can be saved and republished.

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by Thomas Oakes

September 30, 2026

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Should You Still Use Foam Boards in a Digital Trial Presentation?

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