The term “pain and suffering” encompasses both physical pain and mental or emotional anguish. Often, physical pain and mental distress are connected. Limitations from chronic pain after an injury, for instance, may cause distress, anguish, depression, fear, and other burdensome…
Lawsuit Summary In 2019, 76-year-old retired optometrist Terry Sanderson filed his initial lawsuit against Deer Valley Resort (Park City Utah), a ski instructor, and Gwyneth Paltrow for $3.1 million. The plaintiff claimed he fell victim to a hit-and-run accident at…
Expert witnesses play an integral role in the litigation process. From consulting on a case during early case assessment and supporting the development of your legal strategy to testifying at a deposition or trial, an expert’s knowledge and advice can…
Life care plans are not a prescription for a certain course of medical treatment. They are documents that attempt to ascertain and project the cost of a person’s injuries over the rest of their life. Life care planners investigate the…
Now Rule 702 is one step closer to a big change—its first in over 20 years. Last week, the Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure voted unanimously to pass the proposed Rule 702 amendment. The proposed amendment clarifies the…
Expert witness depositions are a great way to gain insight into how to best combat the opposing party’s expert and their opinions. If done correctly, a deposition can create a strong foundation for future voir dire, evidentiary challenges, and other…
Common Mistakes in Expert Witness Research Omitted or perfunctory research can often be prevented by accounting for the most common reasons it occurs. Proper preparation can ensure your team has the time and resources necessary to check your expert’s background…
Some medical malpractice case evaluations can solidly distinguish slam dunk cases from completely meritless ones. But, more often than not, most cases do not fall within the two extremes. Oftentimes, an expert’s review of records can result in a “borderline”…
Time is money, and few professionals are more aware of this than attorneys. For lawyers, time can affect the availability or quality of evidence and the ability to handle a case effectively. Several tools allow attorneys to reduce the time…
It’s essential to understand your jurisdiction’s standards for expert qualification—typically Rule of Evidence 702 and admissible scientific testimony. If you’re an expert, the opposing party may challenge your testimony or qualifications. If you’re an attorney, you must establish that the…