Rule 26(a)(2)(B) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure mandates disclosure of the expert report to opposing counsel. The report summarizes the expert’s opinions and includes the facts on which the expert relied. Additionally, the report consists of the expert’s…
For many experts, this flexibility to contribute to legal cases is a welcome professional outlet apart from their primary job. However, experts are most likely not approaching consulting roles for the associated administrative tasks. Payment is, of course, an essential…
For experts, a retainer agreement is a seamless payment option—you’re paid right away without the need for invoicing. The attorney also benefits by avoiding the tedious task of ongoing bill reviews and payment approval processes. The foundation of an expert…
The easiest and safest way to ensure that there aren’t any misunderstandings regarding an expert’s fees is by drafting a comprehensive retainer agreement or engagement letter. Like any contract, the retainer should address all the important terms of payment in…
What is a Rebuttal Report? A rebuttal report analyzes and refutes the positions the opposing expert takes in their expert witness report. A good rebuttal report will establish a foundation for questioning the expert’s credibility. Through this foundation developed and…
All eyes are on the Florida Supreme Court nowadays as another case awaits an answer to the much asked question: when must law firms disclose the fees paid to expert witnesses? And more specifically: are these rules being equally applied…
For starters, an attorney isn’t going to hire an expert they’ve never spoken to before. But more importantly, they need to ensure an expert is knowledgeable, reliable, and on the same page regarding how to attack the case. These brief…
Expert witness directories provide simple listings of names, addresses, and phone numbers. Today, the only difference is the listing has gone digital and now it requires a fee. But despite the limited updates for modern modes of working, many experts…
The structure of your fees will also vary based on the type and timing of expert service you are providing. Even your payment forms can vary—regular invoicing and retainer agreements being among the most popular options. So how do you…