Tag: Daubert Standard
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Orthopedic expert testimony on causation survives unreliable methodology challenge in Louisiana
The District Court denied Plaintiff’s motion to exclude the testimony of Defendant’s expert Dr. Millet. Though Dr. Millet did not examine the Plaintiff and made some factual assumptions, the Court found his methodology of reviewing medical records combined with his experience was sufficiently reliable under Daubert. The Court held disputes over the basis for an…
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Unreliable testimony by metrology and food safety expert excluded in class action for false and deceptive advertising
In this class action, the court excluded expert testimony alleging Laird Superfood mislabeled serving sizes on its products. The court found the expert’s consumer-perspective testing methodology lacked scientific reliability controls and details. His opinions were also irrelevant to whether Laird followed FDA labeling rules. Without the expert testimony, the plaintiff could not prove Laird violated…
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Nebraska Court Partly Admits Employment Attorney’s Expert Testimony
Legal case illustration depicting the complexities of employment discrimination claims, expert testimony, and legal conclusions. Plaintiff Terrence T. Batiste II alleges wrongful termination and discrimination. Defendant Titan Medical Group LLC’s expert witness testimony by Timothy D. Loudon is under scrutiny. Court’s decision balances expertise, methodology, and admissibility of testimony. Legal insight into the ongoing case…
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Florida Court admits construction expert’s testimony assessing negligence claims in personal injury action
Paychex Insurance Agency, Inc. presented Eric Todd Alford as an expert witness in the trial, offering insights into the proper practices for general contractors in procuring proof of workers’ compensation insurance from subcontractors. Alford’s extensive experience in the construction industry, coupled with his certifications, qualifies him to provide opinions on matters ranging from subcontractor verification…
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Texas Court admits medical expert testimony in prenatal care medical malpractice case
Discover the intricacies of expert witness testimony admissibility in a medical malpractice case. Explore how qualifications, relevance, and reliability of experts play a pivotal role in legal proceedings. Delve into the Daubert standard and the key takeaways from a recent case involving medical experts in obstetrics, gynecology, and pediatrics.
