The Expert Witness and His Evidence
Blackwell Science Ltd (Publisher)
Published on 8. June 1988
Book
Hardback
160 pages
978-0-632-01854-3 (ISBN)
Description
There has been an enormous increase in construction litigation over the last decade. Many cases, whether heard before the courts or in arbitration, turn on technical facts rather than points of law, and the role of the expert witness - the architect, engineer or surveyor who gives technical evidence - has therefore grown considerably in importance. However, acting as an expert witness can be daunting for those who do not have extensive experience, and a good case can be lost by poor presentation of expert advice. Written jointly by a solicitor and a surveyor, this practical guide gives a step-by-step account of the expert's duties.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
Width: 150 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-632-01854-3 (9780632018543)
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Content
Contents: Disputes and causes of action; Duties and qualities of an expert witness; How the courts evaluate expert evidence; Formulation of the issues; Procedures for resolution of disputes; Evidence and the expert; Preparation of the Scott Schedule; Preparing for trial: discovery; Preparing for trial: the final report; The trial: the expert in the witness box; Damages the client may recover: the expert's role.