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2001-11-22 |
YNARES-SANTIAGO, J. |
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| The trial court believed her and there is no reason for this Court not to respect the trial court's assessment of Angeline's credibility as a witness. Ordinarily, this Court will not disturb the findings of the trial court as to the credibility of the witness considering that it is in a better position to observe her candor and behavior on the witness stand. Evaluation of the credibility of witnesses and their testimonies is a matter best undertaken by the trial court, because of its unique opportunity to observe the witnesses and their demeanor, conduct, and attitude, especially under cross-examination. Its assessment is respected unless certain facts of substance and value were overlooked which, if considered, might affect the result of the case.[10] None is present in the instant case. | |||||