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Spine Surgery Expert Witness Allowed in Automobile Collision Insurance Case

Summary: Spine Surgery Expert Witness allowed even though the plaintiff argued that the expert witness did not have the knowledge or education to testify on velocity of the collision. Facts: This case (Miller v. Secura Supreme Insurance Company – United States District Court – District of Colorado – Jul 6th, 2023)…

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Statistics Expert Witness Testimony Allowed in Ceramic Toilet Tanks Litigation

Summary:  Statistics Expert Witness allowed to provide testimony even though the defendant argued that his opinion should be excluded due to inconsistencies and errors. Facts:  This case (Cone et al v. Sanitarios Lamosa S.A. DE C.V. et al – United States District Court – Eastern District of Texas – September…

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Epidemiology Expert Witness Testimony Allowed in Products Liability Case

Summary: Epidemiology Expert Witness allowed to testify in products liability case despite arguments that she changed her testimony. Facts:  This case (Barrera, et al. v. Monsanto Company  – Superior Court of the State of Delaware – May 31st, 2019) involves a products liability claim.  The plaintiffs allege that their cancer…

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Professional Engineering Expert Witness Testimony Allowed, In Part

Summary: Professional Engineering Expert Witness allowed to provide testimony in part even though the defendant argued that the expert’s opinions would not assist the trier of fact. Facts:  This case (Leftridge v. Speedway LLC – United States District Court – Northern District of Indiana – October 10th, 2019) involves a…

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Expert Witness Testimony in Medical Malpractice Litigation: Minutiae and Methods – In Credence and Credibility (Summary)

“Expert Witness Testimony in Medical Malpractice Litigation: Minutiae and Methods – In Credence and Credibility” is a comprehensive article that delves into the crucial role of Medical Expert Witnesses. The authors explore the intricate details and methodologies involved in expert testimony, emphasizing the importance of both substance and credibility in…

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Determinant Factors of the Expert Witness Quality of Forensic Accountants in Corruption Crime – Summary

The article “Determinant Factors of the Expert Witness Quality of Forensic Accountants in Corruption Crime” examines the factors that influence the quality of Forensic Accountant Expert Witness testimony provided by forensic accountants in corruption cases. The researchers employed survey methods and a causal research approach to gather data from a…

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Florida Jury Awards Alcohol Related Pool Party Injury $5.6 Million Verdict

A Florida jury awards $5.6 million for a spinal cord injury sustained during an alcohol-fueled pool party at the Retreat in Gainesville. According to the Complaint, the Defendant, Retreat at Gainesville, LLC, hosted a St. Patrick’s Day event and provided free beer at the Retreat on March 17, 2017. Massey…

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Securities Expert Witness Testimony Allowed in Ponzi Scheme Litigation

Summary: Securities Expert Witness testimony is allowed as the judge determined that “Ponzi schemes” is an allowed topic for expert witness testimony. Facts:  This case (Hafen v. Howell et al – United States District Court – District of Utah – February 23, 2023) involves a Receiver’s action against the defendants…

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Medical Devices Expert Witness Testimony Allowed in Drug Liability Case

Summary: Medical Devices Expert Witness testimony is granted in part and denied in part as the judge ruled that the expert was qualified to offer an opinion on the alleged inadequacy of the Injectafer label. Facts:  This case (CROCKETT v. LUITPOLD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. et al – United States District Court…

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Human Resources Expert Witness Testimony Allowed In Employment Discrimination Case

Summary: Human Resources Expert Witness testimony allowed in part because the court determined that the expert’s testimony had a reasonable factual basis. Facts – This case (Shampine v. U.S. Foods, Inc. – United States District Court – Eastern District of Tennessee – November 21, 2022) involves an employment claim.  The…

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