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The “Batting Order” at Trial – Dux Litus
October 31st, 2014 by | Court Disputes
The question of ‘who starts’ a case is usually uncontroversial. The Plaintiff gives an opening address, the Plaintiff and Plaintiff’s witnesses give evidence and are cross examined; then Defendant outlines the defence and calls defence witnesses. Sometimes however, issues arise as to whether the Defendant should ‘go first’. The courts refer to the party that… Read more »
