Expert evidence: strategy, permission and joint statement stage

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Episode 32 - Expert evidence: strategy, permission and joint statment stage

In this episode, Beatrice Baskett, is joined by Ceri-Ann Taylor, the Regional Managing Partner (based in Bristol) at Thompsons Solicitors. They explore the critical role of expert evidence in clinical negligence litigation. From selecting the right expert to securing permission to navigating the joint statement stage, Beatrice and Ceri discuss the strategic decisions that can make or break a case. Featuring insights from both solicitor and barrister perspectives, this episode offers practical guidance for lawyers at all stages.

Citations referred to within the episode:

CCC v Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust [2023] EWHC 1770 (KB)

Gahir v Ola [2024] EWHC 390 (KB)

British Airways Plc v Spencer [2015] EWHC 2477 (Ch)

Alexander Brothers Ltd (Hong Kong SAR) v Alstom Transport SA [2020] EWHC 1584 (Comm)

Dodds v Arif [2019] EWHC 1512 (QB)

Andrews v Kronospan Ltd [2022] EWHC 479 (QB)