Witness statements are primarily used to?

• A. Provide evidence supporting a party's case.
• B. Determine costs.
• C. Decide on settlement terms.
• D. Challenge the opposing party's credibility.

Answer: (A)

Witness statements provide the evidential backbone of a party’s case by laying out the facts the witness will prove in court. They organize what happened, who was involved, when and where it occurred, and why it matters, giving the judge a clear, structured account to evaluate. While statements can be tested in cross-examination to probe credibility, and the facts they contain may influence settlement discussions, their primary purpose is to present evidence that supports a party’s position, not to determine costs or dictate settlement terms.