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Introduction to the law on expert evidence

Chris Maxwell, Stewart Bayles, expert evidence, opinion evidence

Justice Chris Maxwell and Judge Stewart Bayles begin by providing an introduction to the law on expert evidence, its origins as an exception to opinion evidence, and its role in trial.

What are the different types of expert evidence you have seen in civil and criminal cases? List them in the comments section.

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