Problem
What types of evidence may a judge or jury consider in deciding a case? Describe and give examples of each type of evidence. Also, describe ways in which a paralegal should obtain evidence and get it admitted into court. How is evidence admitted into court? Who has the authority to admit it?
The purpose of interviewing a client or witness is to gather information. What reasons are there for gathering information? Can the information gathered be used for more than one purpose? If so, what steps should be taken to gather relevant evidence? Give examples of ways you can collect relevant evidence.