Do You Need an Expert Witness in a Dog Bite Case?
One of the first tasks your lawyer will do if a dog has bitten you is roundup important witnesses who can testify in court if required. If you do not have any eyewitnesses, your injury lawsuit is reduced to a contest of your word versus the owner’s. Witness reports may be the sole proof available to show the owner wrong if he erroneously alleges that you were way responsible for the occurrence. How often are animal behavior experts called to testify in a court of law? Out-of-court settlements are common in dog-bite instances. Even if a lawsuit is filed, many cases will be settled out of court. There is a good chance that the matter will be resolved before an expert witness is called to testify in court. Having a California dog expert on the stand while a jury decides who is responsible for the damages may be a valuable tool in the courtroom. Animal behavior experts such as plastic surgeons, for example, can provide authoritative medical advice on the sever...