Using the material from this chapter, identify the different phases of a trial (opening statement, direct examination, cross-examination, motion for directed verdict, closing statement, verdict,
Using the material from this chapter, identify the different phases of a trial (opening statement, direct examination, cross-examination, motion for directed verdict, closing statement, verdict, posttrial motions) in the hypothetical situations below:
a. The plaintiff’s attorney asks the witness, “Mrs. Wong, could you explain what you observed at the scene of the accident on January 17, 2016?”
b. The defense attorney makes a motion saying that the plaintiff’s attorney has not offered enough evidence to support a claim against the defendant.
c. The defense attorney asks the plaintiff’s witness,
“Mr. Bashara, isn’t it true that you were drinking alcohol immediately before you were involved in the car accident?”
d. The plaintiff’s attorney gives her version of the facts and supporting evidence that she will use to prove her case during the trial.
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Authors: Roger LeRoy Miller, Mary Meinzinger
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