EWI Chair, Sir Martin Spencer, shares his views on Expert Evidence over the last year.

Lady Justice Simler considered the practical things that Experts can do to enhance their credibility.

Sir Martin Spencer, told us more about the case and explains why experts shouldn’t be afraid to change tack.

David Stothard, Managing Director at MAPS Medical, examines a recent High Court case in which six medical expert witnesses were involved, which was ultimately dismissed as a result of the claimant’s dishonesty.

We have often drawn attention to cases in which claims regarding experts’ unreliability were supported, so we feel it is important to highlight counter-examples

Simon Berney-Edwards, EWI Chief Executive, catches up with a member as they reflect on a recent bad experience and share their learning.

Topics:           Testimony

                        Placental abruption

                        Couvelaire uterus

A medical expert has been ordered to pay more than £50,000 for wasted costs after his report was used as the basis for an abortive negligence claim.

Relevance:      General

Topics:            Expert's duties

                        Independence

                        Demeanour

                        Fees

Relevance:      General

Topics:            Forced marriage

                        Socio-cultural evidence

                        Records

                        Bias