Presenting Photographic Evidence in Accident Cases Β
Usually in court, the plaintiff’s lawyer will want to present new photographic evidence to the court, and the defense lawyer will raise an objection saying that no foundation was laid for such evidence. Whether it is a wrongful death, medical malpractice, or personal injury trial, the lawyer simply cannot present a photo as evidence, and ask the jury to see it. A legal procedure has to be followed for presenting photographic evidence; otherwise, the judge may not allow it to be shown in court. Procedure for Presenting Photographic Evidence Initially, the lawyer will have to verify to the court that the content of the photograph