Expert witnesses issues

Choosing the right expert witness matters. Under the Civil Procedure Rules 1988 (CPR), the expert witness’ duty is to be independent and address their evidence to the Court. However, different expert witnesses have different opinions, capabilities and reputations. Credibility is essential. ...

Market research or surveys are often required as evidence. Legal teams and their expert witnesss should be careful when using market research and survey evidence as it can sometimes be ignored or discredited. The three key things to consider are:

1. Market research or surveys should be used as ev...

Clients and their legal advisors often expect their expert witnesses to be expert in the client’s particular industry, say fashion, pharmaceuticals, telecoms or publishing. While this can be an advantage it is not always necessary.

Expert witnesses are often required for their specialist s...

A number of organisations set guidelines on how to use expert witnesses and on the recommended conduct for experts. In the UK, these include the Expert Witness Institute, the Society of Expert Witnesses, The Academy of Expert Witnesses, ICAEW’s Forensic Accountant and Expert Witness Accredi...

There is no cost associated with the referral to any expert witnesses within the IP Expert Witness Directory. The process of getting in touch with any expert witnesses listed on this directory is relatively simple and quick. Upon contacting us, we will arrange for the most appropriate expert witn...

The role of an expert witness in proceedings is with respect to their ability to express an opinion. Expert witnesses are engaged due to their established expertise and specialist skills in a particular technical area, which can assist with the interpretation of evidence and broaden the judge&rsq...