The Expert Witness and His Evidence - Hardcover

Reynolds, Michael P.; King, Philip S. D.

 
9780632033898: The Expert Witness and His Evidence

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The role of the expert witness has grown considerably with the sizeable increase in litigation and arbitration, particularly in the field of construction. Not only has the expert to explain the technical issues in a case; he or she frequently has to give an opinion on the professional standards and responsibilities.
This practical guide takes the expert stage by stage through his duties, from the investigation, preparation and exchange of expert reports, discovery of documents, the importance of different types of evidence, and legal procedures, to preparation for the hearing itself and the giving of oral evidence.
The new edition includes extended information on evidence, guidance on the expert's role in conciliation and mediation work, and a new chapter on professional liability and negligence.
The book will be of interest not only to all dealing with construction law but also expert witnesses from other disciplines.

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The role of the expert witness has grown considerably with the enormous increase in litigation, particularly in the field of construction. This practical guide takes the expert through his duties stage by stage. The second edition includes more information on evidence, guidance on the expert's role in conciliation and mediation work and a new chapter on negligence detailing the latest developments.

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