Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Pleadings — Parties Bound by Pleadings — Evidence at Variance with Pleadings

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Evidence varying from pleadings is inadmissible. The principle applies to all civil trials. The court must disregard such evidence even if admitted. The rule ensures fair notice. The party cannot change its case. The principle is fundamental.

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