Does the rule against evidence of subsequent remedial measures apply only to a remedial measure that was taken after the event that caused a harm or injury? Is the rule inapplicable to a remedial measure that was taken after the alleged wrongdoer's defalcation but before any harm was done to the victim of the defalcation or wrong?

Contributed in 2010 & last edited in 2010 by Peter Tillers
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