JOURNAL ARTICLE

Helping Witnesses with Humanity.

  • Published In: Litigation, 2025, v. 51, n. 3. P. 26 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Agarwal, Rahul 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the challenges faced by legal professionals in securing testimony from vulnerable witnesses during a bribery case against a government official. It highlights the emotional distress experienced by witnesses, including panic attacks and breakdowns, and emphasizes the importance of empathy and transparency in supporting them through the process. The author recounts how building trust and ensuring the witnesses felt safe contributed to their willingness to testify, ultimately leading to a conviction. The narrative underscores the human aspect of legal proceedings and the critical role of compassion in achieving justice. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Litigation. 2025/04, Vol. 51, Issue 3, p26
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0097-9813
  • Accession Number:187419084
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