The buzz around drones has swept the World. Their use in infrastructure inspection, cinematography and search and rescue are obvious, but can this technology be used in litigation to save money and ultimately win more cases?

Aerial Data and Litigation

Manned aircraft, satellite imagery, and now drones, are common platforms used to collect aerial data. The acquired imagery is often processed and analyzed with powerful software to uncover new insight and vantage points obtainable only from above.

For attorneys, aerial data can be used to focus research, craft strategies and create captivating exhibits.

Aerials have the unique ability to show both the big picture and then zoom in to show the important details. A map, aerial photograph or video can craft a viewer's perspective and provide a visual foundation of a site. More advanced products, like 3D models and multispectral imaging, reveal enlightening details not available in standard photographs and video.

Many Uses for Many Cases

Take, for example, a car crash. Imagine the typical, simple line drawings used by police and many attorneys. Visualizing and understanding the key factors and events that led to an accident using these crude exhibits can be extremely difficult for jurors and judges.