Can lawyers only ask questions?
Can lawyers only ask questions?
When a lawyer calls an adverse or hostile witness (a witness whose relationship to the lawyer’s client is such that his testimony is likely to be prejudicial) on direct examination, the lawyer can ask leading questions as on cross-examination.
How do I sue something?
If you decide to go to court, follow these steps:
- Figure Out How to Name the Defendant.
- Ask for Payment.
- Find the Right Court to File Your Claim.
- Fill Out Your Court Forms.
- File Your Claim.
- Serve Your Claim.
- Go to Court.
Can you ask a yes or no question in court?
When crafted correctly as a legally permissible question, there can often only be one answer for the witness to choose: Yes or No. Yes or No questions, when they are simple, direct and clear, are very powerful. Getting a witness to answer Yes or No can be optimal and has a definite place at trial.
What questions should I ask my lawyer mentor?
Questions to Ask Your Mentor How did you become a [insert practice area] attorney? What is a typical work day like for you? What types of cases/projects are you currently working on? If I am interested in [insert practice area], what can I do to make myself an attractive candidate for employment by the time I graduate?
Can a judge force you to answer a question?
You cannot be punished for refusing to answer a question. It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer before agreeing to answer questions. In general, only a judge can order you to answer questions.
On direct examination, the attorney must ask non-leading questions. On cross-examination, attorneys are permitted to ask leading questions. In some cases an attorney can ask the judge to treat the witness as “hostile.” In that case, an attorney can ask leading questions on direct examination.
How do I ask for a lawyer refund?
The best way to get a refund is to ask your lawyer directly—you can either send a letter or call them at the office. See if you can set up a meeting to discuss the termination of your agreement and your refund payment.
What kind of questions do you ask your mentor?
Questions to Ask a Mentor
- What’s the best advice you can give to help plan a career rather than simply work to keep a job?
- How do you encourage innovative ideas?
- How would you describe your personal style?
- Do you have a mentor?
- What do you do to constantly challenge your underlying beliefs and assumptions?
When leading questions Cannot be asked?
When leading Questions must not be asked? According to Section 142 of Indian Evidence Act, leading questions may not be asked in Examination-in-chief, or in a Re-examination, except with the permission of the Court.
Can you call a lawyer on Justia ask a lawyer?
Call a lawyer. It can be looked up. Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
What should I not include in a question to a lawyer?
Do not include any personal information including name, email or other identifying details in your question or question details. An attorney-client relationship is not being established and you are not a prospective client of any attorney who responds to your question.
Where can I get a lawyer to answer my questions?
Verified lawyers are online around the clock and ready to answer your question online or by phone. Ask-a-doc Web sites: If you’ve got a quick question, you can try to get an answer from sites that say they have various specialists on hand to give quick answers… Justanswer.com.
Why does my lawyer refuse to answer my questions?
Here are the top reasons for silence: You don’t have any deadlines coming up and there is nothing to report. Personal injury cases have deadlines that must be met, but they can take place months apart. In that in-between time, your lawyer is waiting until he absolutely has to answer interrogatories or handle that request for documents.