Use of visual aids by expert witnesses in arbitrations
A very useful discussion. See this excerpt: “As a firsthand example, the use of visual aids and hearing room technology recently proved valuable during a witness conferencing session (colloquially known as “hot-tubbing,” an approach increasingly common in international arbitration whereby both experts are examined together). At one point during proceedings, an issue arose that could […]
Cross examination of experts
The Global Arbitration Review has published an extensive discussion of the cross examination of experts by David Roney of Sidley Austin LLP. An excerpt: “Ask only one fact per question. Keep each question short and use simple words. Ideally, use the expert’s own words to make your point, rather than characterising or paraphrasing. Avoid all […]