I am looking for a definition of "Independent Witness" Can the independent witness talk to both parties before giving his testimony? Example.... we have a case and asked a witness for clarity on a few topics, to help our case. He then proceeded to contact the people we are suing to find out why we were asking these questions - we therefore believe they gave the witness their version. Then the witness has changed his story to fit with the other people (which is a strong line for income for the witness). We believe this should be thrown out, but instead are using this as strong evidence. Am I right or wrong? Any help would be wonderful. Thanks