Evidence

Question 1

Lay witness opinion testimony is admissible when it is

Answer 1

(1) rationally based on their perception (opinion of whole better than facts of specific manifestations)
(2) helps jury understand testimony or determine a fact in issue
(3) not based on science, technical, or special knowledge

Question 2

Lay witness fact testimony is admissible when it is

Answer 2

(1) relevant to determining a fact in consequence (not collateral)
(2) No undue prejudice substantially outweighs its relevance.

Question 3

Doctor testimony about Plaintiff’s conditions is admissible because

Answer 3

a statement for purposes of diagnosis and treatment