An expert witness’s role is to break down complicated subjects so that triers of fact can make informed decisions. However, sometimes even the most reputable experts in a particular field are not necessarily the best ones for trial.  For instance,…

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 and attorneys, expert retainer agreements are an important component of the legal working relationship. The retainer is an up-front, lump-sum paid by the hiring attorney for the projects they want an expert to complete. For experts, a retainer…

Both inside and outside the courtroom, experts’ services are becoming increasingly indispensable in all stages of litigation. As experts become more and more involved in a case, and the scope of their performance broadens, so will their fees. As such,…

Finding the right expert can be a daunting task for attorneys, especially when the case involves highly complex and scientific information with which the attorney is unfamiliar. Any potential experts can make the job easier—and increase the likelihood that they…

For testifying experts, the experience of going from direct testimony to cross examination may initially feel jarring. But, not to worry, there are strategies you can use to prepare to change testimony gears. Here, we discuss seven tips for effectively…

One of the most critical, if underestimated, aspects of the pre-trial process is the summary judgment motion. These motions were once an underused tool. But attorneys have increasingly utilized them over the past 30+ years. The motions used to obtain…

Serving as an expert witness during a lawsuit often extends beyond writing an initial report or giving testimony at deposition or trial. Expert witnesses may also be asked to evaluate the reports generated by an opposing party’s expert witness and…

The Basis of Credibility The importance of credibility is so fundamental in the litigation process that researchers have attempted to quantify its elements in a near scientific manner. Psychological researchers have empirically identified and broken down four components of courtroom…

Expert witnesses largely rely on the strength of their work to establish expertise in their field. As such, it can be tempting to lean solely on one’s CV when seeking expert witness roles. Attorneys looking for an expert to assist…