Description
One of the most commonly invoked and complex Federal Rules of Evidence concerns hearsay. FRE 801 defines hearsay as "a statement that the declarant does not make while testifying at the current trial or hearing; and a party offers in evidence to prove the truth of the matter asserted in the statement."
Determining when a statement is offered to prove the truth of the matter asserted is not always a clear analysis. In addition, FRE 803 has multiple exceptions that counsel must master in order to either get hearsay evidence admitted or put forth a sustainable objection.
Counsel must also address hearsay evidence in pre-trial motions and proceedings. Litigators must strategically navigate the federal rules in responding to motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, and witness declarations and affidavits.
Listen as our authoritative panel of litigators discusses the scope of the federal hearsay rules, explains the most common and complex exceptions to the rule, and offers best practices for getting evidence introduced or making sustainable objections. The panel will also discuss how to approach hearsay evidence in pre-trial motions and proceedings.
Presented By
Mr. Jenks is a trial lawyer whose practice has included a significant amount of noteworthy products liability work. He played an integral role defending a drug manufacturer after the most highly publicized drug recall in history. He also played a key role on the Texas team defending a tire manufacturer after the most famous recall in that industry. His practice has also included noteworthy cases in trademark infringement and construction defect law.
Mr. McTighe is a member of the Business Litigation Service Group and the Class Action Defense and Appellate Advocacy teams. He represents clients in a wide range of business and commercial litigation matters, including extensive practice in class action litigation, shareholder and membership disputes, and fiduciary duty litigation.
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This 90-minute webinar is eligible in most states for 1.5 CLE credits.
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Date + Time
- event
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
- schedule
1:00 p.m. ET./10:00 a.m. PT
- What is a hearsay statement?
- Common exceptions to hearsay rule
- The residual exception to the hearsay rule
- Best practices for getting hearsay admitted or making objections
- Applicability of hearsay rules in pre-trial motions and proceedings
The panel will review these and other key issues:
- What are the most common pitfalls associated with hearsay evidence?
- When can hearsay be used for non-hearsay purposes?
- What is the scope of the residual exception to the hearsay rule?
- What are best practices for addressing hearsay in pre-trial motions and proceedings?
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