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The “Silent Witness” Theory of Authentication of Video Evidence

E-Discovery LLC

The Supreme Court of Maryland is considering a challenge to authentication of video evidence using the “pictorial testimony theory.” See Authentication of Entire Video When Witness Observed Only Part of the Events Portrayed in the Video (Mar. The “silent witness theory” was used in Cleveland v. State, 2024 WL 2149996 (Apls.

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Authentication Article by Paul Mark Sandler

E-Discovery LLC

In Authentication is key to direct and cross-examination (thedailyrecord.com) (Aug. 22, 2024), my friend Paul Sandler wrote: “It can be said that direct and cross-examination are the central features of the trial, and essential to examinations are the exhibits sought to be introduced in evidence.”

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Sanderson v. Paltrow: Examining Cross-Examination

Evidence at Trial

Lee Bailey—polite and charismatic with a sprinkling of zinger cross-exam questions that would hit bullseye every time. But in this he-said-she-said ski collision case, where the jury must accept one party’s version of events and reject the other, the skill of the examiner is important. The victim? Paltrow, good morning.

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Essential Steps for Effective Trial Preparation

Jonathan Leach LLC

Jonathan Leach, LLC is a trial consulting firm that helps attorneys, parties, clients, and witnesses present the best case possible. From jury consulting to witness training, we can tailor our services to fit your case’s unique needs to help your legal team feel confident. 10 Essential Trial Preparation Steps 1.

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Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness Testimony Allowed

Expert Witness Blog

Summary: Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness allowed to provide testimony even though the defendant’s argued that he was not qualified to offer an opinion on miters saws as he does not have the requisite experience on the topic. The plaintiff hired Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness Dr. Charles E. Home Depot USA, Inc.

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THE CHARACTER WITNESS CONUNDRUM

Temple University Beasley School of Law - Advocacy

And character testimony may be challenged on cross-examination. The witness is asked “are you aware” or “have you heard” that defendant X was convicted in 2018 of [name of crime]. Thus, there is no proof that there was a conviction the character witness should have heard of. The “conviction” that there is no proof of.

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How to Prepare for Your First Mock Trial

Jonathan Leach LLC

This includes case briefs, witness statements, exhibits, and relevant statutes or legal precedents. Summarize the facts, jot down key points from witness statements, and organize notes for easy reference later. Discuss which side needs to prove what and what the standards of evidence are needed.