Expert Witness Testimony
Expert witnesses have an important role in the legal process, especially in cases of civil litigation.
Some qualifications of expert witnesses include, but are not limited to:
- Education
- Current Professional License
- Clinical Practice
- Specialty areas
- Graduate degrees
- Honors and awards
- Years of experience in the profession
- Excellent communication skills
The expert must be educated, trained and experienced in the areas of the case being reviewed.
Experts in the standard of care, review records and come to an opinion regarding the outcome of the events.
Experts can also educate the attorneys, judges and jurors on relevant nursing and medical issues.
