The real purpose of direct examination is to “argue” the case via questions from counsel and answers from the witness. Trial lawyers asking the questions must be skilled in not only posing the right ...
Cross-examination is the stuff of drama in fictional courtroom depictions. The savvy lawyer taking on a hostile witness on the stand—these are the moments TV and movie audiences live for. However, the ...
Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo and Kyle A. Valente L-R: Diana C. Manning, Kyle A. Valente and Benjamin J. DiLorenzo of Bressler, Amery & Ross. Courtesy photos The examination of a witness on ...