As the subject matter of lawsuits become increasingly technical and specialized, experts remain a ubiquitous and necessary part of litigation. Although an expert witness’s testimony can be incredibly impactful at trial, their involvement is just as valuable—if not more—when first…

Construction litigation is a vast and varied practice area. There are countless disputes that can arise over the course of a building project that may require legal action—and a wide range of expert consultants. But recently, three specialties have emerged…

Perhaps you’ve heard tales of dramatic expert witness courtroom testimony. Taking the stand is undoubtedly a vital expert task and could even mean a turning point in a case. But before entering the courtroom, there’s a crucial step that is…

The pandemic abruptly vaulted legal proceedings and working relationships into remote arrangements. As such, expert witnesses and consultants must also shift gears and adapt to these changes. Here, we’ll look at some common issues we’ve seen arise between attorneys and…

Are you one of the many highly skilled professionals looking to break into expert witness work? Whether you are a mechanical engineer, a pediatric gastroenterologist, an accident reconstructionist, or another highly experienced professional, expert witness opportunities are waiting for you.…

As an expert witness, you’ll want to equip yourself with a foundational understanding of the key elements every attorney must prove in each case. You may be called upon to help lawyers establish these points either as a consultant during…

One of the most fundamental tasks for a lawyer is to establish a strategy in each case. Once the facts are understood, a lawyer weaves this together with legal theories to sketch out how to present the story of how…

As an expert witness, you’re retained to assist attorneys in understanding case facts, chronologies, and industry standards that impact case strategy. And if the hiring attorney intends to have you testify at the trial, they must also supply the opposition…

Even before the retainer, an attorney-expert relationship will most likely begin with a phone call. 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…

In many ways, expert witness directories are a lingering leftover from the days of the printed yellow pages. A simple listing of name, address, and phone number is all the information available. Today, the only difference is the listing has…