A hearing which is presented as if for the first time even though the matter has already prior proceeded in trial. … [Read more...]

Benefits that are paid to an insured pursuant to health insurance plans which cover healthcare costs. … [Read more...]

Out of court statements that are made by parties who are not in court to provide proof as to the veracity and truth of the statement. For example, if John told Jim what he saw at an car accident, Jim could not be called as a witness to testify as to John's recollection as proof of what happened. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition A term applied to that species of … [Read more...]

Medical care and preventative measures to ensure one's physical and mental well being. … [Read more...]

The evidence of those who relate, not what they know themselves, but what they have heard from others. 2. As a general rule, hearsay evidence of a fact is not admissible. If any fact is to be substantiated against a person, it ought to be proved in his presence by the testimony of a witness sworn or affirmed to speak the truth. 3. There are, however, exceptions to the rule. 1. … [Read more...]