Strength Index
A transparent way to assess what the facts presently support
The Vestal Analytics Strength Index converts a large and often fragmented record into a disciplined comparison of the facts available to each viewpoint. Each defined category is scored from 0 to 5 and multiplied by its approved weight.
Independent scores
Two positions, scored separately
The defense score and opposing-party score are calculated independently. They do not have to total 5. Both positions may be strong, both may be weak, or the record may remain incomplete.
Use the sample to the right to see how the Index responds as facts move from unknown to documented. The example is illustrative and does not reflect any client matter.
Vestal Analytics Strength Index — sample
Illustrative example onlyScores are calculated independently and do not have to total 5. The Index responds to facts rather than advocacy; unknown facts are shown, not silently treated as favorable.
Method controls
How each control protects the analysis
- Defined categories and weights
- The categories reflect the central property and dispute questions. The weights are disclosed and may be reviewed with the client.
- Source-based scoring
- Material scores are tied to identified documents, data, testimony status, or clearly stated assumptions.
- Missing-fact treatment
- Unknown or unavailable facts are shown rather than silently treated as favorable to either side.
- Independent party scores
- The strength of one position is not mechanically calculated as the weakness of the other.
- Sensitivity analysis
- Alternative reasonable assumptions identify which facts change the result and which conclusions remain stable.
- Update capability
- Scores can be refreshed as offering materials/documents, communications, voting materials and ballots, expert reports, rulings, oversight findings or other partnership materials are added.
See how the Index applies to a specific record
Weights, categories, and sources are disclosed and reviewed with counsel. Ask about an initial assessment of the documents already in hand.