The Law of Evidence

The Law of Evidence blog, published by The Langel Firm, focuses on the principles and practical applications of evidentiary law in trial settings. It covers topics such as the use of focus groups to assess evidence impact, hearsay exceptions like past recollection recorded, balancing probative value against prejudicial effect under relevance rules, foundational requirements for admitting exhibits, and limitations on character evidence in civil and criminal cases. The blog discusses both federal and New York evidentiary rules, illustrating how these rules affect trial strategy, admissibility objections, and courtroom procedures.

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Plaintiff sues Defendant, an owner of a newspaper, for libel after releasing an article that accused Plaintiff of committing a string of robberies on New York City’s Upper East Side. To prove that Plaintiff committed those robberies, Defendant offers evidence…