16 Questions
When was the first time the narrator met Dusty Lawrence?
In the early evening
Why did Dusty Lawrence come to see the narrator?
To discuss selling a house inherited from Dusty's great-grandmother
Why did Dusty Lawrence feel guilty about selling the house?
Due to high maintenance costs
What was the name of the house that Dusty Lawrence inherited?
Castlen House
Why did Dusty mention feeling close to their great-grandmother?
To explain why Dusty wanted to keep the inherited house
How did Dusty explain the history of the Castlen House?
By narrating it to the narrator as they were not from Scarborough
What reason did Dusty give for not being able to afford keeping the house long term?
High taxes and insurance costs
Why did Dusty Lawrence seek legal advice from the narrator?
To discuss inheritance issues after Naomi Lawrence's passing
Why does the narrator mention receiving a subpoena to testify in the trial?
Because it was out of their control.
What prompted Dusty Lawrence to meet with the narrator in the early evening?
Dusty worked a night shift and slept during the day.
Why did Dusty Lawrence express guilt about selling the Castlen House?
The house was too much for Dusty to maintain.
What was the main reason Dusty Lawrence sought legal advice from the narrator?
To understand the implications of selling the house.
How did Dusty Lawrence describe the financial burden associated with keeping the Castlen House?
Costs like maintenance and taxes made it unaffordable for Dusty.
Why did Dusty Lawrence feel apprehensive about negative publicity affecting the firm?
The firm could face consequences if Dusty was convicted.
What was the additional task requested by Dusty's lawyers from the narrator?
Draft an affidavit for trial preparation.
Why did Dusty Lawrence inherit the Castlen House?
The great-grandmother left it to Dusty in her will.
Test your knowledge on witness testimony, affidavit preparation, and legal procedures related to court cases. This quiz covers the process of preparing and presenting testimony in court trials.
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