When Is Expert Testimony Admissible in Product Liability Suits

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Multiple Choice

When is expert testimony admissible in product liability suits?

• A) Expert testimony is never allowed in product liability cases.
• B) Expert testimony can be used if the judge believes the case can only be understood if an expert testifies and the case must deal with scientific subject matter.
• C) Expert testimony is allowed but only in product design product liability cases.
• D) Expert testimony is allowed if the subject matter is scientific or technical or other specialized knowledge would help the finder of fact and the expert offering the testimony is qualified as an expert.
• E) Expert testimony is allowed only if the expert offering the testimony is qualified as an expert and has advanced degrees in the areas he or she is testifying in.

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