Remove Burden Of Proof Remove Discovery Remove Opening Statement
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DON’T WIN THE BATTLE BUT LOSE THE WAR OVER CAUSATION AS A TRIAL ISSUE

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

Remind the jury in jury selection, opening statement, witness testimony and in final argument the law only requires proof that something is more likely than not. He is so shocked at the discovery he faints. Review the law with the jury that proof of causation is only to show it is more likely true than not true.

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CONSIDER A TRIAL CHECKLIST

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

THREE PRIMARY DEFENSE CLAIMS __ __ __ PLAINTIFF PROOF OF CAUSATION __ DEFENDANT CAUSATION DEFENSE _ PRELIMINARY STATUS REVIEW  Review local rules regarding deadlines and requirements DISCOVERY REVIEW Interrogatories  Review defendant’s answers to interrogatories. Note incomplete answers for motion. Decide how to use at trial.