Quote by Louis Nizer

In cross examination, as in fishing, nothing is more ungainly than a fisherman pulled into the water by his catch.


In cross examination, as in fishing, nothing is more ungainl

Summary

This quote is a metaphorical comparison between cross examination (a legal questioning technique) and fishing. It suggests that during a cross examination, it is unskillful and undesirable for the questioner, represented as a fisherman, to become overwhelmed or defeated by the response or action of the person being questioned (the catch), just like a fisherman being pulled into the water by a powerful fish. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining control, composure, and strategy during cross examination to effectively handle the answers and actions of the witness.

Topics

Law
By Louis Nizer
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