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Rules of Evidence in Litigation

The "Rules of Evidence in Litigation" presentation by LDM Global provides an overview of the fundamental principles governing the admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings. It highlights the importance of evidence rules in ensuring fairness, reliability, and justice. Key rules covered include relevance, which ensures that only pertinent information is presented; the hearsay rule, which restricts secondhand statements; the best evidence rule, requiring original documents; privilege, which protects confidential communications; and authentication

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Rules of Evidence in Litigation

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  1. Rules of Evidence in Litigation Presented by LDM Global

  2. Introduction to Rules of Evidence ● ● ● The rules of evidence govern what information can be presented in court. Aim: Ensure fairness, reliability, and justice in legal proceedings. Common in civil, criminal, and commercial litigation.

  3. Key Rules of Evidence 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Relevance – Evidence must be directly related to the case. Hearsay Rule – Statements made outside of court are generally not admissible. Best Evidence Rule – The original document is required instead of copies. Privilege – Certain communications (e.g., attorney-client) are protected. Authentication – Evidence must be proven genuine before being admitted.

  4. Conclusion & Importance ● ● ● Adhering to evidence rules ensures credibility and justice. Violations can lead to exclusion of evidence or case dismissal. Understanding these rules is crucial for litigators and legal professionals.

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