Law Technology News wishes you and your families a safe, happy holiday season. As we look forward to the new year, we are reprising some of the best stories of 2013. Ever since we launched Technology on Trial in 2002, it’s been a favorite feature. In August, we looked back at some of the most interesting reports-everything from the contentious McCourt “Dodgers” divorce to the Casey Anthony murder trial-that explored the crucial role played by technology. It’s fascinating reading!

High profile, controversial trials almost always present intense challenges to litigation teams, and how they use technology can make or break a case. Law Technology News has reported many such cases over the last 15 years, and in this Technology on Trial column, we revisit some of the most dramatic lessons we have learned as legal technology matures and juries become increasingly savvy. — Monica Bay