The Igloo case raised several important issues for experts resulting in judicial criticism. Mike Grant, solicitor with Weightmans, discusses the lessons for experts including:
- How to produce joint statements
- The importance of being properly independent and objective
- Being qualified and experienced in the appropriate fields
- Giving transparent explanations of findings
- How experts should conduct themselves
- Not just putting forward or emphasising the points that support the client's case
- The impact on costs
Further reading:
Substantive judgment
Costs judgment