Legal Articles

In real estate disputes, lawyers often need more expert imput then just one appraisers for property values or one architects for design checks.  As homes and buildings grow more complex, courts need input from hands-on experts in trades such as electricians, plumbers,...

Big events and holidays can often mean big spending. A little pre-planning can help to ease and avoid financial pain. Here are some other tips for not overspending: Set a Limit - Before any spending spree begins, make sure you know your limit. Set your cap a bit...

Workplace injury cases that mainly happen due to negligence often require a medical expert to testify. A plaintiff relies on what the doctors say or testifies in court to get justice. It is obvious that once injured; you will run to your personal doctor who will...

In most jurisdictions, the rules of evidence dictate that a party who wants to call an expert witness must give the other party advanced notice as well as the expert’s name. In some situations, the rules may also require the disclosure of the expert’s opinions,...

Using the Daubert Test to Determine an Expert Witness’s Credibility Though calling upon an expert witness isn’t a guaranteed slam dunk, it can make a huge difference in the outcome of the verdict, especially when you have a qualified one on your side. Before asking an...

An Effective Expert Witness As an expert witness, you have multiple duties. Not only are you presented with the task of proving yourself as a viable resource, but you’re also subject to the challenges of the courtroom. If you haven’t set foot in a courtroom as an...

The ratification of the U.S. Constitution by all states in 1790 came after the passionate debates between Federalists and Antifederalists highlighted the tensions between regional and national interests. Can a representative government succeed in balancing the local...