Law Sites

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In the latest episode of our video series How It Works, we feature Expert Radar, an expert witness research platform developed by Expert Institute. Expert Radar is an AI-driven research tool designed to help attorneys with due diligence on expert witnesses – both their own, and those of opposing counsel.

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E-Discovery LLC

AUGUST 16, 2024

Can a witness authenticate a video if the video contains images that the witness did not see? Here, the authenticating witness saw what happened before and after the shooting, as shown on the video, but he did not see the shooting that was also shown on the video. Second , the “silent witness” theory is available.

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E-Discovery LLC

JULY 5, 2024

See Authentication of Entire Video When Witness Observed Only Part of the Events Portrayed in the Video (Mar. The “silent witness theory” was used in Cleveland v. The Supreme Court of Maryland is considering a challenge to authentication of video evidence using the “pictorial testimony theory.” State, 2024 WL 2149996 (Apls.

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Attorney at Work

MAY 9, 2024

With the shift toward remote collaboration, we're witnessing a significant shift from the traditional “pen-holder" approach to document management to a more dynamic and collaborative method of co-authoring legal documents.

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Expert Witness Blog

JUNE 7, 2025

In the case of Dan King Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC v. Harrison , 2021-NCCOA-27, the North Carolina Court of Appeals addressed the necessity of expert testimony in construction defect disputes, particularly those involving allegations of substandard workmanship in plumbing and HVAC installations.

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WA Bar News

APRIL 14, 2025

Fucile Fact witnesses can make a critical difference in a case. In one instance, the witness might be a bystander to an automobile accident who can say whether the light was green or red. First, for simplicity, we will address fact witnesses who are unrepresented. Their role varies with any given litigation. CONTEXT RPC 3.4(b)

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E-Discovery LLC

JUNE 16, 2025

It was great to hear that my friend, Phil Favro, recently opened his own law firm— Favro Law PLLC —where he offers a wide array of services, including as a Special Master, counselor on ESI and discovery issues, as well as mediation and expert witness services. Phil combines all of the attributes of someone you’d like to work with.

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IP Watchdog

JANUARY 23, 2024

The Senate Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Intellectual Property today held a hearing featuring eight witnesses who testified about the need to restore certainty to U.S. patent eligibility law. Most, but not all, agreed such a need exists and urged quick passage of the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2023 (PERA).

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Civil Litigation Brief

AUGUST 22, 2024

Anyone involved in civil litigation will spend a great deal of their time reading witness “evidence” which, in reality, is no such thing. Witness statements tend to be seen as an opportunity to put forward opinions, submissions and innuendo.

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IP Watchdog

JULY 23, 2024

International Trade Commission” (ITC), featuring four witnesses, most of whom were advocating for reforms to the current ITC process that many would characterize as anti-patent. The House Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet today held a hearing, titled “IP Litigation and the U.S.

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Planet Depos

JUNE 17, 2025

States such as Virginia for example, allow e-notaries to administer oaths virtually, no matter the location of the witness. Your court reporting agency can answer all your questions about the technology involved and set you up for a smooth connection to your witness, court reporter, and opposing counsel.

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Law Sites

JULY 9, 2024

A cardiologist with a background in medical technology, computer science and artificial intelligence has launched a product for legal professionals and physician expert witnesses that targets the tedious task of reviewing and analyzing thousands of pages of medical records.

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Attorney at Work

AUGUST 11, 2022

Remember your frustration when a witness did this in deposition? You can move to strike as non-responsive, but it still may not get you an answer from an inarticulate witness. Have you watched a debate or interview where you wanted to scream, “You didn’t answer the question!”? What you watched was a pivot. Don’t be those people.

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Civil Litigation Brief

JULY 16, 2024

On the 18th July I am giving a webinar “Drafting witness statements in high value personal injury claims: A guide for Grade C fee earners (and those who supervise them)”, booking details are available here. THE REASON FOR THE WEBINAR.

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Civil Litigation Brief

JUNE 20, 2025

There have been a number of cases where litigants have run into difficulties because they have not complied with the requirements for witnesses who give evidence remotely from abroad. We see an example of this case where there a conflict.

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Jonathan Leach LLC

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Regarding legal cases, witnesses can either make or break the case. The more prepared your witnesses are, the better your chances of winning the hearing. In this article, we will discuss why witness training is important for your legal case. The proper witness training can provide you with a quality testimony.

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Civil Litigation Brief

AUGUST 12, 2024

In KSY Juice Blends UK Ltd v Citrosuco GmbH [2024] EWHC 2098 (Comm) HHJ Pearce (sitting as a Judge of the High Court) observed that the requirements for drafting witness statements in PD57AC were “more honoured in the breach than.

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Planet Depos

JUNE 12, 2025

As long as you have access to the internet, this secure and convenient tool will allow you to get the job done as if you were in the office with your witness. Try mobile videoconferencing! While extremely helpful in the summer, these tips can be used year-round. Wishing you a fun summer season from your friends at Planet Depos!

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Attorney at Work

JULY 16, 2021

The videographer will not only manage the logistics of recording the proceeding, but will also “ensure that a video deposition is properly recorded with established procedures to go on or off the record, limit noise and interruptions, address technical glitches, and frame the camera view on the witness” (cited from decision above).

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Expert Witness Blog

JUNE 1, 2025

2019), the role of a Construction Safety Expert Witness was central to litigation involving a serious workplace injury on a construction site. The appellate decision focused on the procedural rules governing expert witness designations and had important implications for construction safety litigation in California. A155119 (Cal.

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Civil Litigation Brief

JULY 26, 2024

In Seaton Management Ltd v Evans-Jones [2024] EWHC 1883 (Ch) ICC Judge Barber refused the respondent’s application for relief from sanctions when a witness statement was served three weeks late. “The matters addressed in the Respondent’s skeleton argument on.

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Civil Litigation Brief

JUNE 16, 2025

Can the court compel a party to file a witness statement explaining, in detail, why mistakes were made in earlier witness statements? That was the issue considered in the case we are looking at today. The judge considered the provisions.

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Expert Witness Blog

MAY 23, 2025

1996), the testimony of a Materials Expert Witness was pivotal in addressing allegations of trade secret misappropriation and unfair competition in the industrial manufacturing sector. In the case of Gates Rubber Company v. Bando Chemical Industries, Ltd. ,

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Expert Witness Blog

JUNE 4, 2025

2d 230256, the testimony of a Roofing Expert Witness was pivotal in assessing the quality of roofing work performed and determining adherence to contractual obligations in a residential roofing dispute. In the case of Expert Roofing, Inc. Gerambia , 2024 Ill. Background of the Case Expert Roofing, Inc.

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Expert Witness Blog

MAY 23, 2025

13, 2024), the testimony of a Plastics Expert Witness was pivotal in evaluating claims related to environmental contamination allegedly caused by the defendants plastic manufacturing processes. In the case of Baker v. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corp. , 1:16-CV-917 (LEK/DJS) (N.D.N.Y. and Honeywell International Inc.,

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IP Watchdog

JUNE 6, 2023

The House of Representatives’ Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet today held a hearing titled “IP and Strategic Competition with China: Part II – Prioritizing U.S.

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Expert Witness Blog

MAY 29, 2025

2019), the testimony of a Utilities Expert Witness was central to addressing allegations of product defects and evaluating the performance and reliability of electrical transformers supplied to a utility company. In the case of Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. Howard Industries, Inc. , 2:17-cv-00179 (S.D.

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Civil Litigation Brief

JUNE 17, 2025

The "purdah" rule - that a witness cannot discuss the case and their evidence with others, including their legal team, once they have started giving evidence is of utmost significance. Here we are looking at a case where a witness.

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Law Sites

MARCH 12, 2024

Proxiio says that it offers customers legal services delivered by a team of skilled lawyers with deep knowledge and experience in areas such as managed review, litigation and investigation, e-discovery, witness preparation, claims evaluation, data subject access requests (DSARs), contracts, and compliance management.

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Expert Witness Blog

APRIL 9, 2025

In legal proceedings involving driving under the influence (DUI), the testimony of an Alcohol, Drug & DUI Testing Expert Witness can be pivotal in determining the outcome of a case. A notable example is the case of People v. Background of the Case In People v.

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Attorney at Work

MAY 28, 2022

This can take many forms, but typically opposing counsel will make many speaking objections, instruct the witness how to answer, or sometimes tell you how to run the deposition. Opposing counsel may try to intimidate you during a deposition, hoping to fluster you if you are inexperienced.

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Expert Witness Blog

MAY 26, 2025

18 (2023), the testimony of an Emergency Communications & 911 Expert Witness was central to evaluating the standard of care provided by emergency medical services (EMS) personnel and the adequacy of their training protocols in response to a 911 call. In the case of National Emergency Medical Services, Inc. Smith , 368 Ga.

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E-Discovery LLC

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Can a witness authenticate a video if the video contains images that the witness did not see? And, special thanks to guest blogger, Marris Hoffee , for Authentication of Surveillance Video by Lay Witness Under Silent Witness Doctrine Is a Composite Video Admissible and Can a Police Officer Narrate It at Trial?

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E-Discovery LLC

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Neither of the testifying detectives witnessed the events about which they testified. The Maryland Supreme Court recently held that a witness can authenticate a video that contains images the witness did not see. Can a witness authenticate a video if the video contains images that the witness did not see?

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Expert Witness Blog

MARCH 31, 2025

Shim as an expert witness to testify regarding the injuries sustained during a cruise. The court’s analysis provides insight into the role and evaluation of a Cruise Lines Expert Witness in such cases. Shim, an orthopedic surgeon, as an expert witness. The plaintiff retained Dr. John H.

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Planet Depos

JUNE 12, 2025

Do not sit on the same side of the table as the witness, as it causes the witness to turn his/her back to the reporter. Remind the witness that “uh-huh’s” or “huh-uh’s” should be avoided , as they do not appear in the transcript as clearly positive or negative responses.

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