Experts in the Civil Courts

This new title is a comprehensive guide to expert evidence in the civil courts, written by a leading multidisciplinary contributor team.The text looks in detail at the impact of Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules, and concentrates on the practical aspects of having experts give evidence. Coverage includes the accreditation of experts, the solicitor/expert relationship, experts' reports and privilege, court management of expert evidence, the single joint expert, and experts' immunity from liability. In addition to practical guidance, the book also provides a historical background to expert testimony, and discusses the future development of the law, with reference to developments in the courts and other tribunals.