Chapter Questions
How does a fact differ from a material fact?
When is evidence relevant?
How does illustrative evidence differ from demonstrative evidence?
Why is evidence of a remedial measure inadmissible at trial?
Describe an accident that would permit the plaintiff to use the res ipsa loquitur doctrine.
May a paralegal prepare an evidence summary for use at trial?
Give an example of circumstantial evidence.
What circumstances determine whether a person qualifies as an expert witness?
When may a witness testify to an ultimate question of fact?
When a lawyer attacks a witness's credibility, is the lawyer challenging the ability of the witness to testify? Explain.