Which of the Following Statements Is True of a Testifying

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of a testifying economic expert in civil litigation?

• A) The expert is responsible for preparing or reviewing a report and critiquing the opposing expert's report when engaged by the defendant's counsel.
• B) The primary role of an economic expert in a damages claim is to punish a defendant's intentional or reckless behavior.
• C) An economic expert can be engaged by counsel for the plaintiff but not for the defendant in a damages claim.
• D) An economic expert will usually prepare a report that sets forth his or her opinion of damages when engaged by the plaintiff's counsel.

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