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instances of the person’s conduct.
Rule 406. Habit; Routine Practice
Evidence of a person’s habit or an organization’s routine practice may
be admitted to prove that on
a particular occasion the person or organization acted in accordance
with the habit or routine
practice. The court may admit this evidence regardless of whether it is
corroborated or whether
there was an eyewitness.
Rule 407. Subsequent Remedial Measures
When measures are taken that would have made an earlier injury or
harm less likely to occur,
evidence of the subsequent measures is not admissible to prove:
• negligence;
• culpable conduct;
• a defect in a product or its design; or
• a need for a warning or instruction.
But the court may admit this evidence for another purpose, such as
impeachment or – if disputed –
proving ownership, control, or the feasibility of precautionary
measures.
Rule 408. Compromise Offers and Negotiations
(a) Prohibited Uses. Evidence of the following is not admissible – on
behalf of any party – either to