Are There Different Types of Expert Witnesses?
There is a multitude of different types of expert witnesses, from doctors to accident reconstructionists, all playing a unique role in personal injury litigation. However, most expert witnesses fall into two categories: consulting expert and testifying expert.
Consulting experts, help explain and clarify facts so that your attorney can better understand a situation. In a trucking accident, a consulting expert may be called to provide professional insight on the intricacies of trucking regulations, which can vary by state.
While a consulting expert typically does not testify in open court, the information they provide can play a vital role in supporting your trucking accident claim.
A testifying expert is someone who will deliver testimony in the courtroom. This requires that they not only possess special expertise, but also an ability to deliver complicated information in a manner that is easily understood.
Some expert witnesses will fill both of these duties during the course of a lawsuit, consulting with your attorney privately as the facts of your case are gathered and then presenting any relevant information to the judge or jury.
