Direct examination of an expert witness is often more challenging than cross examination of an expert witness. This is because during direct examination of an expert witness the expert needs to persuade without appearing to be an advocate or hired gun. Additionally, the expert witness may need to explain complicated concepts in a potentially dry [...]
Most civil cases never go to trial. The only testimony given in the case will be at deposition. Expert witnesses commonly testify in 15-20 depositions for every trial appearance they make. Expert witnesses need to excel at their depositions. This will allow them to provide the highest quality work product and encourage repeat and word [...]
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Many experts believe that having a high profile is a good thing for an expert witness. The higher the profile, the more likely the expert witness is to attract new clients and business, the thinking goes. Does there come a point when having too high a profile can become counterproductive for an expert witness? Targeted [...]