Forensic Engineering Preparation For Daubert/Kumho Challenges

Abstract

Forensic Engineers Providing Technical Advisories And Potential Testimony In Cases At Law Are Sometimes Faced With Motions To The Court Designed To Preclude The Consideration Of Their Findings By The Trier Of Fact. Quality Engineering Methods Recognized By The Profession And Supported By Generally Accepted Authority Are Necessary But Not Always Sufficient Components Of An Engineering Effort Capable Of Withstanding Legal Attack. Various Rulings With Case Citations And Results Are Presented For The Purpose Of Demonstrating The Necessity For Forensic Technical Preparation Which Takes Into Account Legal Efforts Aimed At Preventing Presentation Of The Results.