Which of the Following Should Be Avoided by an Expert

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be avoided by an expert witness at a deposition or a trial?

• A) Try to "read messages" intended by objections to questions by lawyers with whom you are working.
• B) Correct any errors you make as soon as you can as not doing so will undermine anything you said before.
• C) Phrase your answer in your own words rather than memorize answers to questions you expect to be asked.
• D) Respond to statements, observations, and questions.

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