Evidentiary Foundations

by Edward J. Imwinkelried

Edward Imwinkelried's Evidentiary Foundations has sold more than 125,000 copies in its publication life. This time-tested evidence treatise covers all the major evidentiary doctrines, and includes expert analysis of statutory developments along with discussions of the presentation of hard copy exhibits in court using document cameras and the presentation of digital exhibits using monitors or projection screens. Detailed explanations of evidence principles

A brief description of the pertinent Federal Rules of Evidence and the most recent leading cases construing the Rules
A list of foundational elements-the events and facts you need to lay a complete foundation
An illustrative foundation showing how each question relates to a particular element of the foundation

In light of advancing technology, the Eleventh Edition includes a new subsection on the authentication of printouts of records maintained on a blockchain. This edition also introduces new coverage on the doctrine of objective chances and the December 2019 amendment to Rule 807 (residual hearsay exception).

Genres: Law, Reference

588 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1989

Reviews

[Patrick O'Keefe]

A review for other lawyers:
I'm a criminal prosecutor and was lent this book from another lawyer due to issues I was having eliciting hearsay testimony during a trial. I have since purchased the newest edition and found it incredibly helpful. It bridges the gap between "I know this is the law, but...” and, "this is how I get it done" during trial.

[Rick]

The authoritative tome for helping litigators get evidence admitted in court. An essential read for the young litigator.