How are cases presented in court?

Because the Plaintiff has filed the case and carries the burden of proof, he or she gets to present evidence first. The Plaintiff will call all of his or her witnesses first. After a witness testifies, the other party has an opportunity to cross-examine that witness. When all of the Plaintiff's witnesses have testified and been cross-examined, the Defendant calls his or her witnesses, who may also be cross-examined by the Plaintiff.

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