Principle

EVIDENCE LAW – Burden of Proof in Civil Cases – Plaintiff Must Prove Case on Balance of Probabilities

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

The civil standard of proof is the balance of probabilities. The plaintiff bears the burden of proving his case. The burden never shifts to the defendant. The plaintiff must adduce sufficient evidence to tilt the scale. The principle is fundamental to civil procedure. The court…

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