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Numerous Experts Challenged in Marine Sonar Surveying Case
Plaintiff sued defendants related to a accident involving a boat and a drilling rig at sea. There were challenges to the numerous experts. Most of the challenges were denied, while a few scattered parts of motions were granted.
Testimony of Three Expert Witnesses Challenged In Case of Dog Shooting
The owner of a dog that was shot by a police officer sued for violation of his fourth amendment rights. The plaintiff called upon three witnesses to assist in his case. The challenge was mostly denied.
Economic Damages Experts’ Testimony Allowed
Two economic experts’ opinions on lost profits in suit against former employee were challenged by defense. The testimony was deemed allowable by the court.
Child Sexual Abuse Expert Testimony Allowed
Defendant in child sexual abuse case filed a motion to exclude the expert based on timeliness, relevance, and reliability. The motion for all three was denied.
Carcinogen Expert Testimony on Vinyl Chloride Excluded in Negligence Case, Says Seventh Circuit
Appeals court affirms opinion of district court that experts’ testimony was not scientifically reliable. However, the court does set precedent on differential diagnoses to support general and specific causation.
Insurance Expert Testimony Partially Allowed in Coverage Dispute
Insurance expert’s testimony in breach of contract and bad faith action were partially allowed (based on industry customs and practice) and partially denied (based on pronouncements of law).
Circuit Court Reverses Exclusion of Pharmacist Testimony in Negligence Action
District court excluded pharmacist expert witness testimony based on unreliable methodology. The Circuit court reversed.
Allowed Child Abuse Expert Witness Testimony Confirmed By Appeals Court
Expert witness called to testify in criminal prostitution case is allowed by federal district court. Appeals court confirms.
Expert Witness Testimony in Healthcare Case Allowed
A circuit court’s allowance of expert witness testimony in hospital relocation case is confirmed on appeal.