In order to recover compensation in any personal injury case, the plaintiff must prove that their injuries were caused by the defendant’s negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct. While some personal injury cases are fairly straightforward in terms of liability, more complex cases may require the use of expert witnesses to prove who is responsible for injuries.
If you are involved in a personal injury claim, contact the Alabama personal injury lawyers Belt, Bruner, & Barnett P.C. We have offices located in Birmingham, Mobile, Huntsville, and Montgomery in order to best help you. We will answer your questions about the claims process and how to prove that someone else caused your injuries when you call us today at (205) 933-1500.
Expert witnesses are often essential in proving the elements of a personal injury case and can be the difference between winning and losing. Unlike fact witnesses, expert witnesses are used because of their scientific, technical, or specialized knowledge. That knowledge, along with their experience and educational background, allows them to offer an opinion on various aspects of a case.
Expert witnesses play a critical role in helping juries understand evidence and contested issues in personal injury cases. Here are some of their key functions:
Expert witnesses in personal injury cases generally fall into one of the following categories:
If you have been injured in an accident caused by another party’s negligent or reckless actions, you should speak with a skilled personal injury lawyer right away. The Alabama injury lawyers with Belt, Bruner, & Barnett P.C. have more than 65 years of collective experience representing accident victims throughout Alabama and will fight to help you obtain the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Through a personal injury lawsuit, you may be able to receive compensation for the following:
Our attorneys can help you understand the laws that apply to your case, act quickly to investigate your accident and seek out expert witnesses if necessary. We have successfully secured numerous recoveries of $1 million or more for our clients and we fight for the maximum compensation possible in every case.
Call us today at (205) 933-1500 for a free case consultation with one of our skilled personal injury lawyers. With offices in Birmingham, Mobile, Huntsville, and Montgomery, our attorneys can help you obtain compensation at a location near you.