Evidence at Trial

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Beyond knowing the mechanics of the rules of evidence, effective advocates use the rules as weapons of persuasion. There's reference to an out-of-court statement? Equally important is the ability to adjust to the constantly changing landscape of admitted and excluded evidence. Last month's Strobel v.

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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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WA Bar News

JUNE 11, 2024

should not be considered as evidence. a) prohibits a lawyer from using “means that have no substantial purpose other than to embarrass, delay, or burden a third person, or use methods of obtaining evidence that violate the legal rights of such a person.” 17 Similar sanctions are available in federal court. Irwin (E.D.

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WA Bar News

JULY 10, 2024

THESE NOTICES OF THE IMPOSITION OF DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS AND ACTIONS are published pursuant to Rule 3.5(c) c) of the Washington Supreme Court Rules for Enforcement of Lawyer Conduct. The lawyer’s conduct violated the following Rules of Professional Conduct: 1.3 Expediting Litigation), 3.3 Diligence), 1.4

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WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Washington’s UFLAA is designed to offer parties in family law cases—such as divorce, child custody, and child support disputes—a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation. If the arbitration is conducted on written submissions, the written submissions will constitute the record.

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Practice of Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The plaintiffs claim that this extensive list lacks historical precedent and violates the Second Amendment, as interpreted by recent Supreme Court rulings, particularly New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. In deciding the case, SCOTUS established a two-step methodology for deciding Second Amendment challenges.

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E-Discovery LLC

JUNE 1, 2024

However, it would seem more than anomalous for a court to sanction a litigant for quoting or referring to a court’s decision. And, if the “no citation rule” has no teeth, why is it a rule? Courts frequently admit evidence “for what it’s worth.” “Weight” is decided by the finder of fact. Castle Dev.

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CaseFox

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In legal words where battles are fought with words and evidence, there exists a crucial element that serves as a blueprint for the courtroom drama. Legal pleadings are crucial documents for the proceedings in the court. Rules of pleadings in court are a fundamental part of legal proceedings.

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CaseFox

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In legal words where battles are fought with words and evidence, there exists a crucial element that serves as a blueprint for the courtroom drama. Legal pleadings are crucial documents for the proceedings in the court. Rules of pleadings in court are a fundamental part of legal proceedings.

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WA Bar News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Washington adopted the then-ABA Model Rule in 1985 when moving from the former Code of Professional Responsibility to RPCs patterned on the ABA Model Rules. 14 Further amendments to the rule and accompanying comments were adopted in 2015 and 2019 to reflect Washington limited license legal practitioner (LLLT) practice.

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Evidence at Trial

JANUARY 30, 2023

When it comes to hearsay exceptions in California, litigators will instinctively (and appropriately) consider the code sections found in Division 10 of the Evidence Code ( i.e. , Section 1200 et seq. ). Section 356 is a fairly simple rule but, as the cases below explain, there are a couple principles to keep in mind.

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IP Whiteboard

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

of the Federal Court Rules of documents that refer to, relate to or record, among other things, the relationship between the prospective respondent and each of its suppliers including Codimark. of the Federal Court Rules. the prospective respondent) in accordance with that rule. of the Federal Court Rules.

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E-Discovery LLC

AUGUST 15, 2024

Lambert and Byrne continue to evade the Protective Order and this Court’s March 19, 2024 Order (“Status Quo Order”) that prohibits further dissemination until resolution of this Motion. The protective order “contained a “broad prohibition against using any Discovery Material outside of the related litigation….”

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Jury Analyst

MAY 22, 2024

A juror tasked with objective deliberation and verdict issuance based on evidence presented in court embodies the foundational aspect of a fair trial. Untangling the Concept of Jury Misconduct Jury misconduct occurs when jurors breach the legal standards set by federal or state courts, potentially impacting the fairness of a trial.

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