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In March's episode of the Expert Matters Podcast, we discuss some recent examples of experts in the courts, drawing out the key learning points...
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The expert acting for the appellant had appeared before the Valuation Tribunal for England as advocate and expert for the appellant, and he continued...
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Volte-face: When an expert changes their mind in the witness box
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Volte-face: When an expert changes their mind in the witness box

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

Meet Francis Osei-Appiah, expert in Street Based Urban Street Slang Language and Drill Rap Music
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Meet Francis Osei-Appiah, expert in Street Based Urban Street Slang Language and Drill Rap Music

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Francis explains why his lived experience is key to his work and how being an Expert Witness helps him give back to society.

Pain Expert Limited approved as an EWI Corporate Partner
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Pain Expert Limited approved as an EWI Corporate Partner

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EWI is delighted to announce that Pain Expert Limited have been approved as a Corporate Partner.

Expert evidence a matter for Trial judge: Application to exclude it at pre-trial stage refused as misconceived
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Expert evidence a matter for Trial judge: Application to exclude it at pre-trial stage refused as misconceived

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While there might be grounds for cross-examination of the expert in question, this did not justify excluding the evidence on the basis of issues that were for the trial judge.

Too much of a good thing
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Judges have sent a ‘note of caution’ to legal teams after receiving ‘thousands of pages of detailed experts’ reports’.

Expert slated for numerous failings - both in their report and in courtroom behaviour
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Expert slated for numerous failings - both in their report and in courtroom behaviour

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In cross-examination and at the close of the case,  a searing attack on the expert's approach to expert evidence and independence was launched. The judge viewed many of the criticisms as well-founded. 

Robinson v Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Trust v Mercier [2023] EWHC 21 (KB)
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Robinson v Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Trust v Mercier [2023] EWHC 21 (KB)

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“Successful appeal against third party costs order made against expert.”

 

Kaye v Lees [2023] EWHC 152 (KB)
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Kaye v Lees [2023] EWHC 152 (KB)

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“Need to know more about the Debt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space Moratorium and Mental Health Crisis Moratorium) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020?”

RGRE Grafton Ltd v Bewleys Café Grafton Street Ltd [2023] IEHC 25
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RGRE Grafton Ltd v Bewleys Café Grafton Street Ltd [2023] IEHC 25

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“What is a window?”

Egan v Castlrea Co-Operative Liverstock Mart Ltd [2023] IEHC 16
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Egan v Castlrea Co-Operative Liverstock Mart Ltd [2023] IEHC 16

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“Can a medical expert see post-accident medical records in a personal injury case?”

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