Medical Evidence
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈɛvɪdəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Documentary or testimonial proof pertaining to a person's health or medical condition, used in legal proceedings to establish facts.
The court accepted the medical evidence to determine the extent of the plaintiff's injuries.
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Commentary
Medical evidence often requires interpretation by qualified experts and must meet standards of admissibility under rules of evidence.
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