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Transportation & Logistics Update - Considering the Jury: Selecting an Engineer or Mechanic as an Effective Expert Witness for Trial
One of the most influential phases of trial is the presentation of expert testimony. It is highly important that a testifying expert possess the ability to convey such skill and expertise to the jury in a manner that is interesting, simple, brief, and the explanation is understandable. When dealing with truck, tractor-trailer or motor carrier accident litigation where issues of defects to the tractor or trailer or lack of vehicle maintenance are asserted, the expert's persona and communication skills become increasingly important. This article provides best practices for selecting an engineer or mechanic as an expert witness for trail.
Article written by Frank C. Botta and Kristi L. Johnson, Thorp Reed & Armstrong, LLP.
Author: Cynthia Tonet-Stewart
Firm: Thorp Reed & Armstrong, LLP
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