§ Rule 301 Presumptions in General in Civil Actions and Proceedings
Rule 301. Presumptions in General in Civil Actions and Proceedings
(a) Effect. In all civil actions and proceedings not otherwise provided for by statute or by these rules, if facts giving rise to a
presumption are established by credible evidence, the presumption substitutes for evidence of the existence of the fact presumed until the trier of fact finds from credible evidence that the fact presumed does not exist, in which event the presumption is rebutted and ceases to operate. A party against whom a presumption is directed has the burden of proving that the nonexistence of the presumed fact is more probable than its existence.
(b) Inconsistent Presumptions. If presumptions are inconsistent, the presumption applies that is founded upon weightier
considerations of policy. If considerations of policy are of equal weight neither presumption applies.