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Closing arguments are one of the most important moments in a trial. After all the witnesses have testified and all the evidence has been presented, each side has an opportunity to explain to the jury what the evidence shows and what conclusions should be drawn from it. Lawyers are generally given wide latitude during closing […]
Modern trial practice increasingly relies on video evidence. Jurors today are accustomed to receiving information visually. As a result, video testimony—especially from depositions—can be far more impactful than simply reading lines from a transcript. When used appropriately, video evidence can help juries better understand the testimony and evaluate the credibility of witnesses. Why Video Testimony […]
Depositions are one of the most important tools lawyers use when preparing for trial. During a deposition, a witness answers questions under oath before trial while a court reporter records the testimony. In many cases today, the deposition is also recorded on video. These recordings can become extremely powerful evidence when the case reaches a […]
Families place a loved one in a nursing home because they need help—and because they trust that care will be provided with dignity. Dementia care can be difficult. Staffing can be strained. Behaviors can be unpredictable. But none of that should ever justify turning medication into a shortcut for control. Two new reports from the […]
Although courts generally do not allow evidence of post-incident repairs to prove negligence, that rule has several important exceptions. These exceptions often become important in trial strategy. The key principle is simple: evidence of repairs may be admissible if it is offered for a purpose other than proving negligence. In other words, the issue is […]
Getting into a car accident is stressful and upsetting – and knowing it was the other driver’s fault can make it even more frustrating. It’s important to take smart steps after an accident because the choices you make can affect what happens next. Reach out to a car accident lawyer in Connecticut and take the […]
After an incident, one of the first questions people often ask is: “Did the property owner fix the problem afterward?” If the answer is yes, many assume that the repair proves the owner must have known the condition was dangerous. But the law usually treats this situation differently than people expect. Under Connecticut evidence law—and […]
At D’Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers, we have always believed that when a person or family is facing the aftermath of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, or nursing home neglect, they deserve more than surface-level representation. They deserve a legal team prepared to uncover the full truth, pursue full accountability, and fight for the justice […]
When people think about personal injury trials, they often imagine dramatic testimony, emotional stories, and lawyers arguing about who was at fault. But experienced trial lawyers know something many people do not: the outcome of a trial is often shaped by the rules of evidence long before the jury begins deliberating. Evidence rules determine what […]
Probate lawyers occupy a unique position. You are often the first — and sometimes the only — professional to closely review a death certificate. That responsibility creates an important opportunity. Because in many cases, the death certificate does not tell the full story. Death certificates are designed for public health purposes, not legal analysis. They […]