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100 _aCain, P
245 _aExpert witnesses - their duties and responsibilities
260 _c2002
490 _aGeomatics World
_v May/June 2002, 40-41(2)
520 _aExplains how recent changes in legislation affects the evidence of expert witnesses and the impact of case law. The use of expert witnesses in most disputes involving land surveying and mapping has led to an examination of the experts' duties and responsibilities. Recent cases, such as "Pearce v Ove Arup", have highlighted the role an expert witness is expected to follow. Provides key points to keep in mind when acting as an expert witness and the relationship between the expert witness and the client. Mentions recent guidance and useful websites.
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650 _aEXPERT EVIDENCE
650 _aBoundary disputes
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650 _aPEARCE V OVE ARUP PARTNERSHIP LTD AND OTHERS
650 _aGUIDANCE
650 _aNATIONAL JUSTICE COMPANIA V PRUDENTIAL ASSURANCE CO LTD
650 _aNATIONAL JUSTICE COMPANIA V PRUDENTIAL ASSURANCE CO LTD
690 _aDISPUTE RESOLUTION-EXPERT WITNESS
700 _aTwombley, J
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