Experts in Construction Litigation: Ethical Considerations for Counsel
Selecting the Expert, Analysis and Report Preparation, Preparing for Deposition and Trial
A live 90-minute CLE video webinar with interactive Q&A
This CLE webinar will examine the ethical considerations for construction litigators throughout the process of working with experts on a case—from the initial engagement of the expert, to managing the expert's analysis and report preparation, to deposition and trial preparation. Our experienced speaker will examine key ethical rules and standards that govern the expert relationship and offer practical guidance and best practices for remaining ethically compliant.
Outline
- Introduction
- The importance of using experts in construction litigation
- Why ethics matter when working with experts
- Relevant rules of evidence, professional conduct, and standards
- Initial engagement of the expert
- Managing the expert's analysis
- Preparation of reports
- Preparing for deposition
- Preparing for trial testimony
- Practitioner takeaways
Benefits
Our expert speaker will review these and other important issues:
- What are the applicable rules and standards governing the ethical considerations related to the attorney and expert relationship?
- When may ethical issues arise during the process of working with experts in construction litigation?
- What are best practices for remaining ethically compliant when working with experts during key stages of the litigation process?
Faculty
William (Bill) Haydt
Managing Principal
Trauner Consulting Services
Mr. Haydt has been qualified as an expert witness in construction scheduling, delay analysis, inefficiency and... | Read More
Mr. Haydt has been qualified as an expert witness in construction scheduling, delay analysis, inefficiency and productivity, and impact damages. His expertise lies in the areas of construction claims preparation and evaluation, development and review of critical path method (CPM) schedules, delay analysis, training, and dispute resolution. Mr. Haydt directs and performs all types of analyses from schedule delay analyses to inefficiency analyses and the calculation of damages. His expertise includes drafting expert reports and litigation services such as expert witness testimony, opposing expert cross-examination preparation, and developing demonstrative trial exhibits. Mr. Haydt has provided CPM scheduling services to contractors and owners on a variety of projects, including bridge, highway, educational, and hotel projects. For contractors, he provides schedule development, time extension development, and project schedule advisory services and for owners, such as the New York City School Construction Authority and Pennsylvania DOT, he has reviewed schedules and evaluated time extension requests. Additionally, Mr. Haydt is an award-winning instructor and has presented seminars, webinars, and construction claims-related presentations for private firms and public agencies across the country.
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