How to be a good witness - Tips before you testify

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  • @gwyneth7812
    @gwyneth7812 Рік тому +16

    All the protocols of going to court, dressing appropriately etc.... No offense to you personally at all, but i have so much experience now of lawyers not upholding the law and in my case of breaching fiduciary duties and indeed criminal acts by a solicitor/lawyer, I have no respect for the legal system. As his mates in the court system protect them, i have no respect for the courts now either. The legal system needs to be flushed of the criminals administering it for the sake of true law.

    • @gwyneth7812
      @gwyneth7812 Рік тому +2

      Well presented presentation though. I just wish the system was trustworthy.

    • @acealexander6852
      @acealexander6852 Рік тому +1

      CQV

    • @bluesky6985
      @bluesky6985 11 місяців тому +1

      The BAR attorneys

    • @Freedom4PalestineEndZioNazism
      @Freedom4PalestineEndZioNazism 4 місяці тому

      Yep. Now imagine being a male, wrong race, religion etc. quite falsely accused of being something domestically unpleasant, with evidence suppressed time after time, snd the court system forcing you to sing the hymn 'but you know, but you know that you love me!'; as they decimate (or shouldone say, dehumanise) your life, make your bestie your exxy, your kids orphans, your reputation and good character persona non grata, your abode a bare cell in dungeons forlorn, and justice a mirage in a sea of lore.
      And honestly, that is not an exaggeration.
      Anyways, point being, there is always someone worse off and always good fights to dig deep and fight. ✊🏽🇵🇸

  • @LL-wx6rp
    @LL-wx6rp Рік тому +5

    When the person you should be testifying against has the Forbes 500 list and all the money that goes along with that on their side I highly doubt your subpoena will arrive.

  • @Impaled_Onion-thatsmine
    @Impaled_Onion-thatsmine День тому

    Sharing private messages as non criminal responses in third party intervention of a subject who has been under investigation as an ex coworkers on anti-psychotics where you lose all sense of trancdental reality- why am i even being testified. Emotional. Does it matter, i looked like I been mentally and physically assaulted.

  • @BohemothWatts-vz1lc
    @BohemothWatts-vz1lc 11 місяців тому +1

    Eyewitness testimony is the worst type of evidence.
    Now please tell me WHAT IS THE SCIENTIFIC DEFINITION OF VISION. I am not talking about the definition of the word VISION but VISION in itself.

  • @kate4biglittlevoices
    @kate4biglittlevoices 3 місяці тому

    Saying dress like you are going to church isn’t helpful- many churches allow short shorts, jeans, t-shirts , you name it - 😊

  • @weyfarer2
    @weyfarer2 3 місяці тому +1

    This was very helpful, thank you. I am looking to become an expert witness for real estate tax appeals, and this was very helpful. Thank you.

  • @ASKQUESTIONS-ei8bv
    @ASKQUESTIONS-ei8bv Рік тому +3

    Hello. If a case is mutually dismissed, can I still sue for false arrest ? I was falsely arrested and charged with Simple Assault, they asked for a Mutual Dismissal & expungement. Can I still sue this police department ?

    • @avengemybreath3084
      @avengemybreath3084 Рік тому +2

      Likely yes, although it’s typically an uphill battle to sue the cops

  • @twinomujunisavias7322
    @twinomujunisavias7322 11 місяців тому +2

    Very incredible case approach, in reference to witness, bystander who may face problematic, learn and don't give up, just get,encouraged

  • @eegpas
    @eegpas 5 місяців тому +1

    Howard, great video, I actually had an economic loss Wrongful Death case in AZ a few years ago, you were very clear and super useful to validate in a structured way what I have been told by multiple attorneys in the dozen years I have been doing WD PI Economic Loss analysis...thanks, maybe we will meet someday!

  • @LL-wx6rp
    @LL-wx6rp Рік тому +2

    I do believe public school curriculum missed much.

  • @bluesky6985
    @bluesky6985 11 місяців тому +1

    Do your own research never get legal advice from a BAR attorney

  • @pennyk1943
    @pennyk1943 Рік тому +9

    Very informative video👍 but I hope I never have to go to court🤔

    • @stanleybrown1990
      @stanleybrown1990 Рік тому

      And now she's trying to sell the house without everyone's concern

  • @d.a826
    @d.a826 2 роки тому +4

    Good | Yes

  • @joldfashioned9736
    @joldfashioned9736 Рік тому +2

    Sir I suppose i need help with a restraining order against a female narcissist

    • @stealthy1498
      @stealthy1498 Рік тому +3

      Have you gotten one yet? If not you can go to the magistrate and petition one. Go to your local court and ask where you can find one.

  • @LL-wx6rp
    @LL-wx6rp Рік тому +1

    Odd why would this video be popping up here?

  • @AaronForum-o7w
    @AaronForum-o7w 6 місяців тому +1

    Generous information. Thank you!

  • @Pinkheartbwell
    @Pinkheartbwell 2 місяці тому

    1. Before appear, verify going to right place, how long will take
    2. Contact and verify prior going
    3. Leave enough time to park, get there early.
    4. Dress appropriately, like going to church (no jeans, no t-shirts, no flashy jewelry, cover up tattoos, neutral, not too sexy, etc), don’t give people reason to not like you based on appearance.
    5. Always tell truth
    6. Think before speak, take 1-2 counts, take a breath..
    7. 1/2 truths come back to bite you
    8. Listen well to questions being asked
    9. Only answer what is being asked and no more (don't volunteer information or give extra information, give only that specific answer to that specific question)
    10. Don’t assume what person asking
    11. Everything you say is important
    12. It’s ok to say I don’t recall, I don’t remember, but it has to be honest
    13. Those that come with you also need to dress appropriately
    14. It’s ok to be nervous, take a deep breath.
    15. Remove anything in pockets so no coins, keys that can rattle/make noises.
    16. When you answer than speak loudly, and clearly
    17. Address the person that you are speaking to
    18. Never answered, and you do not understand
    19. If they ask you a general question like tell me what happened when you went into the bar you can respond by saying can you clarify your question so that they can ask you a specific question
    20. Give a simple yes, or no if the question asks for a simple yes or no
    21. If you can't give a simple yes or no, you can say I can't give a yes or no because there's more to it, would you like to hear
    22. They ask your cousin question you can say I don't understand, you asked me, I love different things, what would you like to address?
    23. Avoid drawing conclusions from a set of facts
    24. You don't have to do opinion you don't have to conclude facts
    25. Witnesses who heard, or saw some thing or smelled something, you're there to do state what you heard saw or smelled you're not there to; you're not piece to Guess about anything
    26. I if a lawyer judge calls for an objection it's nothing that you did. It's ja legal question.
    27. If you hear an objection stop
    28. Be confident, be attentive, answer simple and directly
    29. Avoid though I think or I believe, or I never would have something like that
    30. Avoid always or never
    31. Don’t say I don’t remember, rather say I don’t recall. Later you can say, now I recall.
    32. Ask every question to best of your ability
    33. Lawyer may say have you talked about this case to anybody- truthful answer should be “yes” (police or lawyer.. If you say yes I spoke to lawyer, “what did you say to your lawyer”…say “I was told to answer every question truthfully and that will put them in their place”.
    34. Normal to be nervous, tAkes a lot of practice and preparation.

  • @melanieraymond7394
    @melanieraymond7394 15 днів тому

    Thank you ❤

  • @michaeledwardhunter
    @michaeledwardhunter 2 роки тому +3

    Good talk!

  • @vincentjohnston8789
    @vincentjohnston8789 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing and keeping it simple. I think the problem for witnesses is nerves. When you are nervous (feeling the adrenaline in your bloodstream) your fight or flight kicks in which can cause a reduction in ability to answer in the best way possible ;)

  • @JewishKeto
    @JewishKeto 2 місяці тому

    Great info. I was an eye witness with something and I’m so nervous I’ll get called to court… honestly I hope I’ll only be questioned by insurance and not in a court.

  • @michaelrwhitsonjr6913
    @michaelrwhitsonjr6913 Рік тому +2

    Thank you 😊

  • @madalafanyana4328
    @madalafanyana4328 Рік тому +2

    Very helpful

  • @mp_mia7989
    @mp_mia7989 Рік тому +2

    Thank You.

  • @ThisIsAbrarKhan
    @ThisIsAbrarKhan 11 місяців тому

    Hey Howard, great video! I was wondering if I could assist you in editing your videos and creating highly engaging shorts from them.

  • @cwgmama
    @cwgmama Рік тому +3

    This is excellent advice!!! People sure do judge others. Especially in a court setting, I love your painting on the back wall...

  • @jackcarlin942
    @jackcarlin942 9 місяців тому

    Looking for assistance to help when I testify.

  • @HelovesU-we4qh
    @HelovesU-we4qh 5 місяців тому +2

    Bravo! Very well said!

    • @JimmyYuen-n5n
      @JimmyYuen-n5n Місяць тому

      When are things went into hearings in ...camera...😊

    • @JimmyYuen-n5n
      @JimmyYuen-n5n Місяць тому

      Is it something lewid when discussed in camera 😊

  • @lesliebean4594
    @lesliebean4594 Рік тому +1

    Thank you!! 🙏❤️ Testifying on Monday, and terrified. But, this helps.

    • @ToxicFruitSnack
      @ToxicFruitSnack 11 місяців тому +2

      I’m testifying tomorrow morning for the first time lmao I’m so nervous too

    • @lesliebean4594
      @lesliebean4594 11 місяців тому

      @@ToxicFruitSnack I know it’s terrifying, but you’ll get through it. (Mine got postponed twice since I posted this) and I’m still in wait.. unfortunately. Sending love and prayers your way.

    • @lesliebean4594
      @lesliebean4594 11 місяців тому

      @@ToxicFruitSnack let me know how it goes?

    • @GailOwens
      @GailOwens 11 місяців тому

      Never give a witness statement. My sister gave one, due was told by the police that she wouldn't have to go to court. However, she was forced to go, even though she has bipolar. She had a mental health crisis as a result of the cross examination and the whole experience.

    • @VS-eb3bw
      @VS-eb3bw 10 місяців тому

      Hey sorry how was your trial you fallowed advice on your hiring ? I’m curious my is tomorrow 😰

  • @VS-eb3bw
    @VS-eb3bw 10 місяців тому

    Thank you 🙏the best advice.

  • @SeraDoll89
    @SeraDoll89 5 місяців тому

    Great video.

  • @FlorenceDocherty-g4e
    @FlorenceDocherty-g4e 10 місяців тому

    Great case❤😂🎉

  • @twinomujunisavias7322
    @twinomujunisavias7322 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for your team of concerned citizens to join this wonderful platform,hope you enjoy, but bring you friend also to learn, and after communicate to you people. They don't know much about this approach

  • @mr.fredricklawngtawnghedav5094

    Excellent tips Mister

  • @rights_are_god_given
    @rights_are_god_given Рік тому +1

    Thank you!