Evidence & Documentation

Burden of Proof

The obligation to prove the truth of facts necessary to establish a claim.

In Personal Injury Cases

In civil cases like personal injury, the plaintiff has the burden of proof and must prove their case by a "preponderance of the evidence" (more likely than not).

Reference context

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Plain-English use

How to use this definition during case research

Start with the definition, then ask whether the term changes liability, damages, insurance coverage, evidence preservation, or the deadline for taking action.

If the term affects a live accident or injury claim, write down the fact that triggered the question, the record that supports it, and the person or company that may dispute it.

A useful glossary page should point you toward the next page to read, not leave you with a standalone legal phrase.

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How this definition connects to a real claim file

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Decision summary

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