shifting the burden of proof

Definition of "shifting the burden of proof"
  1. When the task of proving certain facts in a lawsuit shifts from one party to the other
How to use "shifting the burden of proof" in a sentence
  1. The shifting the burden of proof made the defendant present strong evidence in his favor.
  2. The judge noted the possible shifting the burden of proof after hearing the plaintiff's arguments.
  3. Applying shifting the burden of proof could dramatically alter the dynamics of a lawsuit.
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