Relevance

Federal Rule of Evidence 401 Admissibility of evidence, and the weight of that evidence, are two different things. Evidence is either relevant, or it is irrelevant. Relevant evidence may be admissible. Irrelevant evidence is never admissible. Thus, every piece of...
The Art of Oral Advocacy

The Art of Oral Advocacy

The Art of Oral Advocacy By David C. Frederick Date of Publication: 2003 261 Pages 3.7/5☆ What is this book about? In The Art of Oral Advocacy, author David C. Fredrick offers advice on how to prepare to argue in court. With his experience of arguing over 100 appeals,...

That One Really Damaging Piece of Evidence

Every case has its pros, and unfortunately, its cons. But one idea the best trial lawyers understand, and share, is that almost any negative can be turned to a positive. Take alcohol for instance. Alcohol often plays a damaging role in the outcome of a trial....