Phipson on Evidence

Phipson on Evidence is the leading work on civil and criminal evidence. It examines in depth all aspects of the complex principles and procedures which make up the law on evidence and can be relied upon to resolve even the most difficult issues Covers in detail all aspects of the complex principles and procedures which make up the law of evidence Goes through the rules of evidence Looks at the admission of evidence Considers the burden and standard of proof Examines evidence taken or served prior to a trial Addresses the examination of witnesses Looks at good and bad character Includes analysis of privilege and facts excluded by public policy Examines hearsay in civil and criminal proceedings Analyses the use and admission of opinion and expert evidence Assesses the exclusion and inclusion of extrinsic evidence Sets out the judicial discretion to admit or exclude evidence Reflects a broad range of case law, including that of the Commonwealth