Brandie Rose DeVoreMay 11, 20196 minTrial and VerdictTrial and Verdict Trial and Verdict In a civil trial, a judge or jury examines the evidence to decide whether, by a "preponderance of the...
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Brandie Rose DeVoreFeb 19, 20198 minEleven Types of Legal Motions in U.S. LawEleven Types of Legal Motions in U.S. Law Eleven Types of Legal Motions in U.S. Law For a court to take most actions on an issue that is...
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Brandie Rose DeVoreFeb 12, 20194 minWhat Is a Subpoena?What Is a Subpoena? A subpoena (pronounced "suh-pee-nuh") is a request for the production of documents, or a request to appear in court...
Brandie Rose DeVoreFeb 11, 20193 minWhat Is Contempt of Court?What Is Contempt of Court? Contempt of court occurs when a person disrespects a court, impedes its ability to perform its function, or...