An expert witness, particularly in common law countries such as the United States, is a person whose opinion by virtue of education, training, certification, skills, or experience, is accepted by the judge as an expert. Expert witnesses may also deliver “expert evidence” within the area of their expertise. (Visit Expert Witness Testimony to learn more).
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