Just about everyone remembers where they were when O. J. Simpson was acquitted of murder in the gruesome deaths of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. From the instant Simpson careened through the streets of Los Angeles in his white Bronco to the minute the jury said “not guilty”—and beyond—people from all walks of life were riveted to the case. But what really happened in the courtroom? If the case were tried today, would the outcome be any different?

Lawyer and author J. Craig Williams examines this case—and others—in Bad Decisions: 10 Famous Trials That Changed the Course of History. From popular cases like the Lindy Chamberlain “the dingo took my baby” case in Australia to the trial following the shoot-out at the OK Corral and even as far back as the trial of Jesus, Williams explores ten seminal cases that have had deep and lasting ramifications, not only on our system of jurisprudence but on society itself. This well-researched examination is like no other that looks at the major cases that have shaped our lives.

In Bad Decisions, Williams provides readers with a behind-the-scenes look into the actions of defendants, lawyers, judges, and juries as he delves into the legal maneuverings, psychology, and gamesmanship that affected each of these spectacular cases—many of which were billed as the “trial of the century” at the time. Court records and transcripts bring each trial to life, and Williams’s explanations provide keen insight into each case. With wit and humor, Williams reveals where each trial diverged from its expected path to force an unexpected outcome.

It is no exaggeration to say that the ten cases featured in Bad Decisions are among the most important and most interesting trials in world history. Although some may quibble with the choices, no one could deny that Williams brings each of these cases to life. Each case is unique and worthy of examination, and Williams dramatically reveals the key details of each trial, noting not only what happened but what makes each case notable and worthy of study—and why each case has affected history so profoundly.

Some of the cases remind us that our system of justice is carried out by humans—people just like us—who are flawed beings and may not always get things right.

Some cases are mesmerizing because of the celebrities involved. Some capture our attention with raw emotion. But each case provides a window into history, showing how these trials continue to shape our courts and our lives. One need not be a lawyer to enjoy—or learn from—the trials featured in this unique webinar.