Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Findings of Fact — Credibility of Witnesses — Appellate Court’s Role

Area of law: CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court: Supreme Court

Credibility assessment is the trial judge's exclusive role. The principle applies to all appeals. The appellate court defers to the trial judge's assessment. The rule respects the trial judge's advantage. The appellant cannot re-litigate credibility. The principle is fundamental.

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