Temple University Beasley School of Law - Advocacy

JANUARY 16, 2024

The principle at issue is what is called a binding judicial admission, and its roots can be traced back to at least 1880, when the U.S. Supreme Court stated that “[i]n the trial of a cause the admissions of counsel, as to matters to be proved, are constantly received and acted upon. Oscanyan v. MacDonald v. GMC , 110 F.3d

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Practice of Law

JULY 15, 2024

Also, if there is any reason to believe you might tamper with witnesses, evidence, or otherwise obstruct the judicial process, that could be grounds for detaining you. FindLaw's Learn About the Law) Is 'Pleading the Fifth' an Admission of Guilt? If this is not the first time you’ve been arrested, it may cut against you.

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Practice of Law

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

He pleaded not guilty and proceeded to a three-day trial. During the trial, Watkins’s defense focused on the testimony of Anderson and other witnesses who purported to corroborate her version of events. Watkins was charged with possession of eutylone with the intent to distribute it – a crime under federal law.

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Evidence at Trial

MARCH 22, 2023

One its expert witnesses walked the jury through powerful demonstrative evidence detailing DNA contamination in its crime lab. When asked to explain how, the defense attorney stated that in future cases, "the defendants' attorneys will simply ask the court to take judicial notice of the [expert witness'] testimony." Judicial notice?

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Practice of Law

JULY 25, 2024

Also, if there is any reason to believe you might tamper with witnesses, evidence, or otherwise obstruct the judicial process, that could be grounds for detaining you. FindLaw's Learn About the Law) Is 'Pleading the Fifth' an Admission of Guilt? If this is not the first time you’ve been arrested, it may cut against you.

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Evidence at Trial

APRIL 7, 2023

Steven Tyler filed his responsive pleading this week. It's the civil equivalent of pleading "not guilty" to criminal charges. Tyler's Autobiography: An Evidentiary Analysis When it comes to analyzing the admissibility of evidence, having a methodical approach is imperative. Party Admissions v. See e.g. , Fuentes v.

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MyCase

APRIL 30, 2024

Drafting legal documents: Paralegals draft documents as needed, from correspondence with witnesses to pleadings and briefs. Summarizing depositions: Paralegals will translate dense depositions into concise overviews that include key facts, plus any admissions or inconsistencies in the testimony.

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