Documentation Index
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Scenarios
Scenarios are the foundation of every CaseSim session. Each scenario defines a complete case with facts, witnesses, evidence, and examination objectives. This page explains how scenarios work and how to make the most of them.
What Is a Scenario?
A scenario is a self-contained case definition that provides everything needed for a courtroom simulation:
Core Components
| Component | Description |
|---|
| Case Facts | Background information and the dispute at issue |
| Parties | Plaintiff and defendant with their positions |
| Witnesses | Individuals who can be examined |
| Evidence | Documents and exhibits available during examination |
| Elicits | Key facts to extract from witnesses |
- Title: Case name (e.g., “Smith v. Acme Corporation”)
- Description: Summary of the dispute
- Category: Practice area (contract, tort, employment, etc.)
- Difficulty: Beginner, intermediate, or advanced
- Duration: Estimated time to complete
Browsing Scenarios
The Scenario Panel
Access scenarios through the CaseSim scenario panel:
Open CaseSim
Navigate to CaseSim from the dashboard sidebar.
View Scenario Panel
The left panel displays available scenarios as cards.
Browse Options
Scroll through available scenarios or use filters.
Filtering Scenarios
Narrow your options using filters:
| Filter | Options |
|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
| Category | Contract, Tort, Employment, Criminal, etc. |
| Favorites | Starred scenarios only |
| Recent | Recently attempted scenarios |
Scenario Cards
Each card displays key information:
┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Smith v. Acme Corporation │
│ ─────────────────────────────────── │
│ Contract dispute over delivery │
│ terms and quality standards │
│ │
│ 👥 3 Witnesses ⏱️ 30 min │
│ 📊 Intermediate │
└─────────────────────────────────────┘
Scenario Details
Clicking a scenario card reveals full details.
Case Background
The narrative context for the dispute:
“Smith Manufacturing contracted with Acme Corporation for the supply of industrial components. Smith alleges that Acme delivered defective parts that caused production delays and significant financial losses. Acme denies the parts were defective and claims Smith failed to properly store the materials.”
Party Positions
What each side claims:
- Contracted for 10,000 units of industrial bearings
- Received parts that failed quality inspection
- Suffered $500,000 in production delays
- Seeks damages and contract rescission
- Parts met all contractual specifications
- Plaintiff stored materials improperly
- Failures resulted from plaintiff’s own negligence
- Contract terms were satisfied
Witness Summaries
Overview of available witnesses:
| Witness | Role | Focus |
|---|
| James Smith | Plaintiff CEO | Contract negotiations, damages |
| Dr. Maria Lopez | Expert | Quality testing, defect analysis |
| Tom Richards | Acme Sales Rep | Delivery terms, specifications |
Available Evidence
Exhibits that may be used:
- Contract agreement (Exhibit 1)
- Quality inspection reports (Exhibit 2)
- Correspondence between parties (Exhibit 3)
- Expert report on defects (Exhibit 4)
Elicit Preview
Categories of facts to extract:
- Contract Terms: 4 elicits
- Quality Issues: 6 elicits
- Damages: 3 elicits
- Defendant Knowledge: 5 elicits
Scenario Difficulty Levels
Beginner Scenarios
Designed for those new to trial practice:
- Fewer witnesses (1-2)
- Straightforward fact patterns
- Clear elicits that are easy to identify
- Limited objection challenges
- Cooperative witnesses
For developing practitioners:
- Multiple witnesses (2-4)
- More complex fact patterns
- Elicits requiring strategic questioning
- Regular objection challenges
- Some witness resistance
Advanced Scenarios
For experienced practitioners:
- Many witnesses (4+)
- Complex, nuanced facts
- Difficult elicits requiring sophisticated technique
- Frequent, aggressive objections
- Resistant, evasive witnesses
Working with Scenarios
Selecting the Right Scenario
Choose based on your learning goals:
| Goal | Recommended Scenario Type |
|---|
| Learn basics | Beginner, simple facts |
| Practice cross-examination | Scenarios with hostile witnesses |
| Master objections | Scenarios with frequent evidentiary challenges |
| Build speed | Shorter scenarios with clear elicits |
| Challenge yourself | Advanced, complex cases |
Preparation Before Starting
Before clicking “Start Session”:
- Read the case background thoroughly
- Review witness profiles to understand their perspectives
- Note the elicit categories to guide your questioning
- Plan your theory of the case before examining
Multiple Attempts
Scenarios can be practiced repeatedly:
- Try representing different sides
- Experiment with different questioning approaches
- Work toward higher completion percentages
- Compare scores across attempts
Scenario Categories
Contract Disputes
Focus on:
- Contract formation and terms
- Breach allegations
- Damages calculations
- Performance issues
Tort Cases
Focus on:
- Duty and breach
- Causation
- Damages
- Comparative fault
Employment Matters
Focus on:
- Discrimination claims
- Retaliation allegations
- Policy compliance
- Damages and remedies
Criminal Cases
Focus on:
- Elements of the offense
- Witness credibility
- Evidence authentication
- Constitutional issues
Other Categories
- Family law
- Real estate disputes
- Intellectual property
- Administrative proceedings
Custom Scenarios
AI-Generated Scenarios
LitigationLabs can generate scenarios from your case materials:
Upload Documents
Import case documents to the library.
Select Generation
Choose “Generate Scenario” from case materials.
AI Analysis
The system extracts facts, identifies witnesses, and creates elicits.
Review and Edit
Preview the generated scenario and make adjustments.
Save and Use
Save the scenario to your library for practice.
Editing Generated Scenarios
After generation, you can customize:
- Modify witness profiles
- Adjust elicit wording or weights
- Add or remove evidence
- Change difficulty parameters
Private Scenarios
Custom scenarios remain private:
- Only visible to you
- Not shared with other users
- Can be placed in your folder structure
- May be deleted at any time
Scenario Best Practices
Start Simple
Begin with beginner scenarios:
- Build fundamental skills
- Understand platform mechanics
- Gain confidence before complexity
Progress Gradually
Move to harder scenarios as skills develop:
- Don’t skip intermediate level
- Master each difficulty before advancing
- Return to simpler scenarios to reinforce basics
Diversify Practice
Work across different categories:
- Contract cases teach different skills than tort cases
- Employment matters have unique dynamics
- Variety builds well-rounded advocacy skills
Repeat Strategically
Return to scenarios for improvement:
- Retry scenarios where you scored below target
- Practice the same scenario from both sides
- Test whether new techniques improve results
Use Favorites
Star scenarios for quick access:
- Mark scenarios you want to repeat
- Build a personal practice curriculum
- Track your most-used cases
