background fact

Background facts are facts in a case that help an observer understand the origins of a specific legal issue or dispute . Background facts are not necessary to answer any question of law , it simply provides essential context. Additionally, background facts help judges and juries evaluate the motivations of the parties and evaluate the credibility of witnesses when presented in a court . For contrast, see adjudicative fact .

[Last reviewed in June of 2022 by the Wex Definitions Team ]

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