Evidence and the Litigation Process, 8th Edition | 2024*
Evidence and the Litigation Process, 8th Edition | 2024*
| Author | Jeffrey Pinsler, SC |
| Publication Date | 2024 |
| ISBN | 9789815225181 |
| Format | Softcover / eBook |
| Publisher | LexisNexis |
**Expected delivery period: 7 - 20 working days
Since the publication of the 7th Edition of *Evidence and the Litigation Process*, there have been developments impacting nearly every aspect of the Law of Evidence across all types of proceedings.
This edition addresses:
- Key statutory reforms impacting civil and criminal proceedings, introduced through the Evidence (Amendment) Act 2018, Criminal Justice Reform Act 2018, Criminal Procedure Code (Amendment) Act 2019, as well as related statutes and regulations.
- Developments in case law covering a range of topics such as expert evidence, burdens and standards of proof, hearsay, character and similar fact evidence, witness examination, methods of presenting evidence, video link testimony, exhibit presentation, the court’s discretion to exclude evidence, ancillary hearings on admissibility, issues of voluntariness and reliability, legal presumptions, privileges (including legal advice, litigation, in-house counsel, marital, without prejudice, and state privilege), DNA evidence, and agreements on document use in civil cases.
This book balances a thorough analysis of legal principles with practical application, offering illustrations and practice scenarios. It provides students with a comprehensive view of the litigation process, covering both procedural and advocacy aspects, making it an essential resource. The book also addresses the challenges of studying evidence law, especially due to the limitations of the Evidence Act, which largely remains as it was in 1893, and its conflicts with evolving common law. Every effort is made to address these issues, incorporating all relevant legal sources. This well-regarded publication has already achieved strong sales across its first seven editions.
Table of Contents of Evidence and the Litigation Process, 8th Edition
Introduction
Chapter 1 : Principles and Preliminary Issues in the Law of Evidence
Chapter 2 : Facts in Issue and Relevant Facts
Chapter 3 : Similar Facts
Chapter 4 : Hearsay
Chapter 5 : Evidence from Parties : Assertions and Related Issues
Chapter 6 : General Exceptions to the Hearsay Rule
Chapter 7 : Judgments
Chapter 8 : Opinion Evidence
Chapter 9 : Character
Chapter 10 : Judicial Discretion to Exclude Evidence
Chapter 11 : Modes of Proof
Chapter 12 : Burden and Standards of Proof
Chapter 13 : Corroboration
Chapter 14 : Legal Professional Privilege
Chapter 15 : Privilege and Immunity
Chapter 16 : Foundations
Chapter 17 : Selection and Organisation of the Evidence
Chapter 18 : Opening the Case
Chapter 19 : Evidence-in-Chief
Chapter 20 : Cross-Examination
Chapter 21 : Re-Examination
Chapter 22 : Closing Address
Chapter 23 : Overview of the Trial Process
Chapter 24 : An Outline of Ethics in the Course of Litigation
About The Author of Evidence and the Litigation Process, 8th Edition :
Jeffrey Pinsler, SC, is an Emeritus Professor of Law with expertise in civil justice, civil and criminal evidence, procedure, and ethics. He also serves as a Senior Professorial Fellow at the Singapore Institute of Legal Education. As a Senior Counsel and Barrister, he is involved in several professional committees under the Supreme Court and the Academy of Law, including the Board of Governors of the Singapore Judicial College, the Civil Justice Commission, the Council of Law Reporting, the Professional Conduct Council, and the Rules of Court Working Party. He has acted as amicus curiae before the Court of Appeal and has presented at and contributed to conferences and reform initiatives internationally. To date, he has authored or served as Editor-in-Chief or Consultant Editor for 25 major textbooks and reference works, in addition to publishing numerous articles. His works are often cited by judges as authoritative sources.
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