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How Would the Other Side Distinguish It?

Shows how opposing counsel would narrow, distinguish or neutralise a precedent — and how to hold the line.

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Which facts were essential to the result, and which could be argued away?
What are the three strongest ways to distinguish this case?
What policy argument would a court use to confine it?
How would you answer each of those moves?
Which kinds of matters should rely on it, and which should not?

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Law, Rules & Compliance
Critical Thinking & Skepticism

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litigation
advocacy
distinguishing
precedent

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