Onus Probandi
/ˈoʊnəs proʊˈbændi/
Definitions
- (n.) The burden or duty of proving a disputed fact or allegation in a legal proceeding.
The onus probandi lies with the plaintiff to establish the defendant's negligence.
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Onus probandi is a fundamental concept in procedural law defining which party must prove a case's facts; clarity in specifying it in pleadings aids in effective case management.
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