For established and emerging companies and corporations, the risk presented by data breaches cannot be overstated. According to an Association of Corporate Counsel Report, the vast majority of data breaches occur due to employee mistakes or malfeasance within a company.…
In addition to the use of expert witness testimony at deposition and trial, many attorneys work with “consulting” experts who do not testify. Because the consulting expert’s participation and opinions can have a significant effect on the outcome of the…
From product liability to medical malpractice claims, medical expert testimony is necessary to establish causation and oftentimes, can become the crux of the case. However, these are not the only doctors that will likely need to testify at trial. A…
Both expert witnesses and the attorneys who retain them focus early on establishing the expert’s credentials, analytical approach, and opinions in order to survive a Daubert challenge or to persuade a jury. Before either of these steps occur, however,…
Oftentimes, expert witnesses can make or break a case. The overall purpose of an expert is to explain an issue of particularized knowledge or skill that may not be readily known or understood by the average fact finder. The types…
Due to the enormous consequences this challenge can have, it is critical for any practicing trial attorney to understand how, why, and when behind the motion. Below, we’ve broken down the process of launching a successful Daubert challenge, identifiers of…
As many attorneys know firsthand, practicing law can require adapting to new technology. Nowadays, there are a vast number of ways to utilize technology in the courtroom. This can range from artificial intelligence document review software to iPad trial presentation…
The more complex your case, the more likely it is that you will need one or more expert witnesses to explain the intricacies to the judge and jury. Expert testimony helps to address specific questions or facts on which liability…
When hiring an expert, attorneys and litigants ideally want someone as qualified as possible. There are many factors to consider when evaluating potential experts and they should all possess the requisite education, training, skill, knowledge, and/or experience to be considered…
Over the years, expert witnesses have become as ubiquitous at criminal trials as the judge and the jury. Experts specializing in DNA evidence, fingerprints, hair follicle analysis, and other areas of forensic identification have become part and parcel when trying…