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Objections Series, Part 1: How to Win at Trial & Understanding Evidence and Authentication

Trials aren’t just about arguments; they’re about getting evidence admitted. In this video, I break down what trials really are, why people fear them, and the critical rules of evidence you need to know to succeed in court. Learn how to properly authenticate evidence, present it effectively, and ensure it meets the Illinois Rules of Evidence. Whether you’re facing a divorce trial or any other legal proceeding, understanding these principles can make all the difference. I’ll share practical examples and analogies that simplify complex legal concepts, so you can confidently approach trial preparation. Don’t let fear hold you back—watch now to empower yourself with knowledge. Chapters: The Rules of Evidence Series Part 1: Authentication and Laying Foundation in a Chicago Divorce Trial 0:00 - Introduction: Why Trials Are About Evidence 2:15 - What Is Authentication? 4:50 - The Rules of Evidence: How They Work 7:30 - Examples of Proper Authentication 10:45 - Preparing for Trial: Practical Tips 👉👉👉 VISIT: https://rdklegal.com/what-is-an-objec... TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OBJECTIONS.📌 Illustrations. By way of illustration only, and not by way of limitation, the following are examples of authentication or identification conforming with the requirements of this rule: (1) Testimony of Witness With Knowledge. Testimony that a matter is what it is claimed to be. (2) Nonexpert Opinion on Handwriting. Nonexpert opinion as to the genuineness of handwriting, based upon familiarity not acquired for purposes of the litigation. (3) Comparison by Trier or Expert Witness. Comparison by the trier of fact or by expert witnesses with specimens which have been authenticated. (4) Distinctive Characteristics and the Like. Appearance, contents, substance, internal patterns, or other distinctive characteristics of an item, including those that apply to the source of an electronic communication, taken in conjunction with the circumstances. (5) Voice Identification. Identification of a voice, whether heard firsthand or through mechanical or electronic transmission or recording, by opinion based upon hearing the voice at any time under circumstances connecting it with the alleged speaker. (6) Telephone Conversations. Telephone conversations, by evidence that a call was made to the number assigned at the time by the telephone company to a particular person or business, if (A) in the case of a person, circumstances, including self-identification, show the person answering to be the one called, or (B) in the case of a business, the call was made to a place of business and the conversation related to business reasonably transacted over the telephone. (7) Public Records or Reports. Evidence that a writing authorized by law to be recorded or filed and in fact recorded or filed in a public office, or a purported public record, report, statement, or data compilation, in any form, is from the public office where items of this nature are kept. (8) Ancient Documents or Data Compilation. Evidence that a document or data compilation, in any form, (A) is in such condition as to create no suspicion concerning its authenticity, (B) was in a place where it, if authentic, would likely be, and (C) has been in existence 20 years or more at the time it is offered. (9) Process or System. Evidence describing a process or system used to produce a result and showing that the process or system produces an accurate result. (10) Methods Provided by Statute or Rule. Any method of authentication or identification provided by statute or by other rules prescribed by the Supreme Court.” Ill. R. Evid. 901(b). #TrialPreparation #RulesOfEvidence #DivorceAttorney #IllinoisFamilyLaw #chicago #trialattorney #attorney #divorcelawyer