Expert Blog

As concurrent evidence is now the norm in civil trials in New South Wales, it is important for lawyers to be aware of the process, and how best to manage the expert witnesses involved, to ensure things run smoothly and that the best outcome possible is achieved.

In the event that an expert is required to give evidence in court, it is important to be aware of an expert witness’s responsibilities for court attendance.

Must all expert advice be disclosed, even if it hasn’t been “deployed” in court? Facts The plaintiffs in this Queensland Supreme Court case, Murphy & Ors v Gladstone Ports Corporation Ltd, brought an action against Gladstone Ports Corporation Ltd (GPC), alleging negligence in the design and construction of a bund wall which subsequently led to […]

One ongoing areas of discussion in legal reform is that of unconscious bias in expert witness evidence and how it may be avoided. We discuss the main issues and describe how it can be minimised or avoided.

This case marks the first time that the High Court has considered the Native Title Act in determining monetary compensation, with this ruling setting a precedent for future native title compensation claims.