Michael A. Geibelson, Robins Kaplan LLP
This program covers the essential guidelines for examining expert witnesses in court. It covers establishing the expert's qualifications, ensuring their testimony is relevant and credible, and laying a strong foundation for their opinions. For direct examination, it includes effective questioning strategies and addressing potential biases. For cross-examination, the program provides techniques to challenge the expert's qualifications, methodologies, and conclusions. It discusses impeachment methods and the implications of the Sanchez ruling on hearsay evidence.
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