All objection scenarios
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Witness asked to opine that another witness lied
Custody trial. Cross of the respondent. The children's therapist testified earlier that the respondent had told her he sometimes lost his temper with the children.
Hearing transcript
- 01Q:So your position today is that the children's therapist, who's known them for three years, is just outright lying?
Question
What is the best objection?