What is the role of the Medical Expert?
The medical expert is engaged to clarify, in lay terms the unique aspects of medical evidence in individual cases so that clients, whether plaintiff or defendant, their legal advisors and the Courts can make better informed decisions. The expert’s overriding duty is to the Court. Experts must remain independent and neutral in their discussions. They are required to be aware of any biases or prejudices they may hold and give a fair and balanced view of the nature of the object