inference
inference (in-f[schwa]r-[schwa]nts), n. 1. A conclusion reached by considering other facts and deducing a logical consequence from them. [Cases: Evidence 54, 595. C.J.S. Evidence §§ 130, 132–133, 1300, 1341.] adverse inference. A detrimental conclusion drawn by the fact-finder from a party’s failure to produce evidence that is within the party’s control. • Some courts allow […]