17 April News The importance of knowing, and complying with, the rules relating to the presentation of expert evidence Expert evidence, Compliance with court rules, Instruction from solicitor, Courtroom evidence, family court, 05. Rules and Regulations, 07. Working with Instructing Parties, 14. Giving Oral Evidence The judgement in a recent case highlights issues not only relating to the behaviour of an expert but also in regard to considerations the instructing parties must make, namely: to ensure that the expert is an appropriate expert, to instruct them properly and to ensure that the report answers the questions posed and is compliant with the rules and practice directions.
8 February News Expert slated for numerous failings - both in their report and in courtroom behaviour Report Writing, Language, Duty of Expert, Range of Opinion, Expert Report, Courtroom evidence In cross-examination and at the close of the case, a searing attack on the expert's approach to expert evidence and independence was launched. The judge viewed many of the criticisms as well-founded.