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How do you address other people in an Ottawa injury court room?

How does one address other people in court ? There are rules for conduct in court rooms. The main rule is to ensure proper decorum and formality. Often times, these customs—not unlike our system of Common Law—can trace their origins to Medieval England, and are firmly woven into the fabric of our legal system. Here is a brief look at a few courtroom etiquette points that you should know as you present your Ottawa personal injury claim. The Judge Generally speaking, a Judge (now called « Justice ») is to be called « Your Honour » in English, or « Monsieur le juge » or « Madame la juge » in French. This rule applied when addressing the Judge both in or out of court. Unless the Judge …

Trial Procedure – Ottawa Injury Lawyer Provides Some Comments

Who determines the procedure to follow in a civil trial ? Going to court is risky business. There are advantages to going to a trial such as winning and winning costs, but there are risks too. In some cases, a personal injury plaintiff may potentially have their entire financial future riding on a single court judgment (or settlement). At trial the Judge or Judge and Jury will determine the issues including who wins or losses and what amount would be paid to a successful injured party. With so much on the line, what can be done to ensure that such an important process is handled fairly and justly? Ensuring fairness in the outcome of a case begins with fairness in the procedure leading up to and during a …