extrinsic policy

Question 1

FRE 407 subsequent remedies

Answer 1

BARS: subsequent remedial measures
TO PROVE
negligence, culpable conduct, product defect, or need for warning

BUT MAY BE ADMITTED: for another purpose
SUCH AS
impeachment, or if disputed, proving ownership, control, or feasibility

Question 2

FRE 408 Compromise

Answer 2

BARS: compromise
a disputed claim
and conduct/statements in negotiations
TO PROVE
validity or amount of the claim

BUT MAY BE ADMITTED: for another purpose
SUCH AS
proving witness bias, lack of undue delay, or efforts to obstruct criminal investigation

Question 3

FRE 409 medical expenses

Answer 3

BARS: offers or payment of medical costs
TO PROVE
liability

Question 4

FRE 410 pleas

Answer 4

BARS: 
(against D)
1) guilty plea later withdrawn
2) nolo contendere plea
3) statements in plea proceedings
4) statements in plea talks with prosecutor

MAY BE ADMITTED: 1) to complete partial account of plea discussions or
2) in perjury prosecution if statement under oath, on record, and in counsel’s presence

Question 5

FRE 411 liability insurance

Answer 5

BARS: liability insurance or lack of it
TO PROVE
negligence/wrongful action

may be admitted: for another purpose
SUCH AS
proving witness bias or agency, ownership, or control