opinion testimony

court evidence that includes inferences or conclusions rather than actual facts observed or experienced. Opinion testimony is usually allowed only from expert witnesses, because they have specialized knowledge that will aid the judge or jury in reaching a decision. See ultimate opinion testimony. See also learned treatise exception.

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November 22nd 2024

transneural degeneration

see transsynaptic degeneration.