Upon completion of these modules, participants will be able to:
Explain how jurors evaluate and rely upon expert witness testimony during trials.
Identify factors that increase or decrease expert witness credibility.
Communicate technical opinions in a manner understandable to judges and
juries.
Explain the differences between the Frye and Daubert standards.
Understand the legal requirements for admissibility of expert testimony.
Develop expert opinions that are based upon reliable methodologies and
accepted professional practices.
Recognize challenges that may be raised against expert testimony.
Prepare testimony and reports that can withstand judicial scrutiny.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry or physics OR a bachelor’s degree in a
closely related biological or physical science from an accredited college or university.
Three (3) years of acceptable work experience may be substituted for each year of
an academic degree program (i.e. Twelve years of experience is equivalent to a
bachelor’s degree).
This course is designed for:
Safety and Health Professionals
Engineers
Industrial Hygienists
Environmental Professionals
Construction Managers
Risk Management Professionals
Human Resource Professionals
Security Professionals
Healthcare Professionals
Insurance Professionals
Forensic Investigators
Consultants
Project Managers
Regulatory Compliance Professionals
Business Owners