Q: The sole witness refuses to testify, and the assailant is making counter false accusations against me.
I was assaulted by my ex-boyfriend, and during the incident, a classmate prevented me from calling the police by taking my phone multiple times. I made five attempts to call 911, and they returned my call seven times. I later discovered that personal family information was shared online, and I reported it to the university and 911 suspecting my classmate's involvement due to her knowledge of my father. I emailed her for clarification, but she didn't respond. This led to a civil harassment lawsuit initiated by her attorney, who presented a mental health assessment against my accusations. Despite attempting to involve my ex-boyfriend as a witness, he refused. I have evidence including call records and a police report my crying on the phone.
A:
In situations where a sole witness refuses to testify and counter accusations are made, the credibility and weight of evidence become crucial. It's essential to work closely with your attorney to present your side of the story effectively and gather all available evidence, such as call records, police reports, and any other documentation that supports your claims. Courts assess the credibility of witnesses and evidence to reach fair and just conclusions.
James L. Arrasmith
Founder and Chief Legal Counsel of The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith
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