WITNESS EVIDENCE WEDNESDAY: WHAT DO YOU DO IF A WITNESS FINDS A MISTAKE IN THEIR STATEMENT?

October 7, 2026 · by · in Applications, Avoiding negligence claims, Civil evidence, Civil Procedure, Members Content, Witness statements

What steps should be taken if a witness has identified an error in their witness statement? Does it matter if that is an error of fact in relation to the matters described or a significant omission?   Here we review the practical steps that should be taken.

 

KEY PRACTICE POINTS The fundament...

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