VOICED: Can this man save Strauss-Kahn?

VOICED: Can this man save Strauss-Kahn?

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses Benjamin Brafman, a renowned New York defense lawyer known for his work with high-profile clients like Michael Jackson and P Diddy. Brafman, who began his career defending mafia members, has built a reputation for his cross-examination skills and legal strategies. His team employs various investigative techniques, including background checks and surveillance, to support their cases. Brafman's expertise is now being utilized in the legal defense of Dominique Strauss Kahn, highlighting his significant impact in the legal field.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Benjamin Brafman's initial area of legal defense that helped him gain notoriety?

Corporate law

Mafia defense

Environmental law

Intellectual property

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following celebrities was NOT mentioned as a client of Benjamin Brafman?

Michael Jackson

P Diddy

Britney Spears

Dominique Strauss Kahn

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key strategies used by Brafman's team to support his legal cases?

Media interviews

Bribing jurors

Background investigations and surveillance

Public relations campaigns

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Law Professor Jim Cohen describe Brafman's cross-examination technique?

Aggressive and confrontational

Calm and passive

Skillful and manipulative

Confusing and unclear

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of Brafman that contributes to his success in the courtroom?

His quiet demeanor

His big ego

His modesty

His height