Importance of Preserving Evidence
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What is the primary reason why even when liability is initially accepted, it can be disputed later in court?

  • The defense may uncover new evidence that changes the narrative of the case (correct)
  • The plaintiff's lawyer may not be experienced in handling similar cases
  • The plaintiff may make mistakes during the discovery process
  • The court may not have the necessary jurisdiction to handle the case

What is the main goal of adopting effective strategies for preserving evidence in a personal injury case?

  • To prolong the litigation process
  • To reduce the amount of paperwork required for the case
  • To intimidate the opposing party
  • To ensure a robust personal injury case (correct)

What type of evidence may be used to dispute liability in a case where a pedestrian was hit by a car?

  • Incident reports from the police department
  • Surveillance footage and expert analysis (correct)
  • Social media posts from the pedestrian
  • Witness statements from the driver's family members

Why is it important to obtain witness statements as soon as possible?

<p>To capture the witness's memories while they are still fresh (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of engaging experts early in the process of building a personal injury case?

<p>To provide expert testimony and analysis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of preserving evidence in a personal injury case?

<p>It adds significant value and credibility to the claim (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a lawyer do to ensure that they do not sacrifice evidence in a personal injury case?

<p>Handle evidence with the utmost care and diligence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to recognize the critical role evidence plays in strengthening a personal injury case?

<p>Because it helps to build a robust and credible case (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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