Jack Gilbert

Evidence Evidence Law Legal Evidence

What is direct evidence?

March 26, 2026

Direct evidence is proof that establishes a fact without requiring any inference, such as an eyewitness statement, a recording, or a confession. It can be...

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Courtroom Practices Evidence Law Expert Testimony

What is expert testimony?

March 26, 2026

Expert testimony is evidence from a qualified specialist who can give opinion testimony based on training, education, or experience. It helps judges and juries understand...

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Affidavits Legal Definitions Sworn Statements

What is an oath?

March 26, 2026

An oath is a solemn, legally binding promise to tell the truth or faithfully perform a duty. It’s commonly required in court testimony, affidavits, and...

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Affidavits Legal Definitions Legal Documents

What is an affidavit?

March 26, 2026

An affidavit is a sworn written statement of facts signed under oath, typically before a notary public or authorized officer. Making a false statement can...

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Civil Litigation Evidence Legal Procedures

What is a deposition?

March 26, 2026

A deposition is sworn, out-of-court testimony given under oath during the discovery phase of a lawsuit. Attorneys question a witness while a court reporter creates...

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Courtroom Practices Evidence Legal Definitions

What is testimony?

March 26, 2026

Testimony is a sworn statement given by a witness under oath in a legal proceeding. It provides evidence based on what the witness personally saw,...

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Attorney Ethics & Professional Responsibility Attorney Negligence Legal Malpractice

What is legal malpractice?

March 26, 2026

Legal malpractice is proven by 4 elements: an attorney-client duty, a breach of that duty, causation, and damages. It occurs when a lawyer’s negligence or...

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Attorney Professional Development Legal Education State Bar Rules and Guidelines

What is bar admission?

March 26, 2026

Bar admission is the state licensing process that allows a qualified person to practice law in a specific jurisdiction. It typically requires three steps: graduating...

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Attorney Ethics & Professional Responsibility Attorney Ethics and Misconduct Professional Responsibility

What is disbarment?

March 26, 2026

Disbarment is the most severe attorney discipline, resulting in a lawyer losing the right to practice law, permanently or for a set term. A disbarred...

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Access to Justice Justice Access Legal Aid and Resources Legal Self-Help

What is legal aid?

March 26, 2026

Legal aid is free or low-cost legal help for people who can’t afford a lawyer, typically limited to those who meet income and case-type requirements....

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Access to Justice Legal Aid and Resources Pro Bono Services

What is pro bono?

March 26, 2026

Pro bono is legal work a lawyer provides for free (0% fee) to serve the public good. It helps people who can’t afford an attorney...

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Access to Justice Legal Rights Legal Self-Help

What is pro se representation?

March 26, 2026

Pro se representation means you act as your own lawyer in court without hiring an attorney. In the U.S., self-representation is generally allowed in most...

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