Expert witnesses in civil litigation: use of this handbook -- How expert opinions fit into civil trials -- Legal principles -- Choosing and retaining an expert -- The expert's report -- Preparing the expert for examination -- The direct examination -- Cross-examining the experts -- Redirect.
Summary:
"Everybody has an opinion. However, not all opinions are admissible, and even those that are admissible are not immune from attack. This handbook focuses on expert opinions for use in civil litigation. Where duly qualified, experts overcome the common law rule against opinion evidence: experts give opinions that assist the court in making a decision in respect of a specific issue."-- Provided by publisher.
Series:
Young advocates series Hollander, John, 1951- Young advocates series.
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