His latest book, Persuasive Communication: Twenty-five Years of Teaching Lawyers, is a collection of advice and counsel Eric's provided to his clients over the past quarter-century. Eric discusses how trial lawyers can prepare and present more receiver-friendly cases, be it in deposition, mediation, negotiation, case preparation and/or trial. The engaging examples will make you feel as if you're a part of the action – and will change the way you communicate, not only in the courtroom but also in every interaction you have with another human being.

Eric is also the author of Facts Can't Speak for Themselves: Reveal the Stories that Give Facts Their Meaning. Published in 2005, this groundbreaking book offers straightforward steps for trial professionals when it comes to revealing the most productive story elements of a case story in focus group work, and then constructing a whole-brain-friendly case story delivery from that material. The book's title – that the facts can't speak for themselves – reminds us that facts are mute and it's up to you to speak for them. However, eric goes on to show that speaking for them is never enough; there has to be a little "show" with every "tell" to create the most compelling presentation for any audience of decision makers, professional or laypersons.

In court, there are three sides to every story: your client's, the opposition's and the truth. Thing is, only two versions are presented. The goal is simple – persuade decision makers that the version you are delivering is closer to true for them. In Courtroom Power: Communication Strategies for Trial Lawyers, Eric and co-author Dr. Paul Lisnek teach the ins and outs of communication, not only in the courtroom but also during case preparation, including the theories of how we listen – what we hear – and what we think we hear.

Lauded as "the most practical, common-sense approach to dealing with others that you will ever find," Eric's first book, The Human Factor at Work, demonstrates how the ability to relate and communicate with others is key to a satisfying and rewarding life on both the professional and personal fronts.