When you are involved in an accident due to the negligent actions of another person recovering the compensation you deserve can be incredibly complicated. As such, you may need additional assistance during these matters from established individuals. One thing many are unaware of is the benefits expert witnesses can provide to their case. If you’re unsure what role these individuals play and how they can assist you in conjunction with personal injury attorneys in Baltimore County for your personal injury case, you’ll want to keep reading.
What Do Expert Witnesses Do?
An expert witness is a third-party individual who can be called in to speak about certain circumstances during a personal injury case. They are there to assist the jury in understanding certain complicated legal matters. Additionally, they can help in explaining the extent of the damages sustained by the plaintiff in the case by providing their opinion as an established individual in their field.
There are many different types of expert witnesses who can assist in a number of circumstances. For example, if you have sustained injuries that make it difficult for you to sustain employment following an injury, you can trust medical professionals to speak on the impact the injury has on your ability to perform tasks and sustain employment.
Additionally, if you’re trying to recover compensation for wages you would have earned had you not been injured, an accountant and vocational expert can assist in these matters. They can use their expertise in these fields to explore these matters, like whether or not you can return to work in the same capacity, while the accountant can use their skills to determine the income you are losing due to your inability to return to the previous capacity at which you held employment.
What Makes Someone an Expert in a Field?
Generally, in order for someone to be considered an expert witness, the individual must meet specific standards to be able to testify and provide insight on your behalf. Typically, before you can call an expert witness, you must be able to prove that they qualify as an expert for their testimony. These qualifications include:
- Substantial work experience
- Professional credentials
- Education
- Repuation
- Published works
- Specialized knowledge or skills in their field
When you are injured, connecting with an attorney is critical as they have a wealth of resources including expert witnesses who they can call to help your case.
Working with expert witnesses can help supplement your personal injury case an improve your chances of receiving a favorable outcome in these matters. At the Law Offices of Markey & Orsi, we understand how complicated these matters can be, which is why our firm is dedicated to doing everything possible to help you recover the compensation you deserve during these challenging times. Connect with our team today for additional guidance if you’ve been injured due to the negligent actions of another person.
