Module #2 Assignment - Ms. Schnabel's Witness Statement

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Feb 20, 2024

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Aspect of Testimony Favorable to Mrs. Forrester Unfavorable to Mrs. Forrester Conditions at the Time of Accident Describes icy road conditions, confirming hazardous weather that may have contributed to the accident and raising questions about cautious driving. Ms. Schnabel drove slowly due to slippery road conditions. Acknowledges driving slowly due to slippery road conditions, raising questions about awareness of the potential danger of the road conditions. Accident Sequence Provides a clear sequence of events indicating the van's loss of control and subsequent impact with Mrs. Forrester. Indicates Mrs. Forrester's attempt to move out of the van's way, suggesting awareness of the impending danger. Distance and Speed Estimates Estimates the van's speed at 40-45 mph, possibly contributing to the severity of the accident. Driver's Actions Notes an apparent attempt to brake but suggests no observable warning efforts such as sounding the horn. Acknowledges the van's sliding and skidding sounds, implying some effort to avoid the collision. Observations of the Driver Ms. Schnabel admits she couldn't see the driver of the van just before the accident and is unsure about the windows being fogged over. Observations of Mrs. Forrester Indicates Mrs. Forrester looking down and straight ahead, she appeared to be looking at the road when the accident occurred. Potentially unfavorable as it suggests Mrs. Forrester may have been distracted, contributing to the accident.
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