It would depend on the area in which they are testifying. If it involves psychiatry, psychoactive drugs and things of that sort, the psychiatrist would most likely be the expert. Other areas might be better addressed by a PhD.
An expert witness is someone who has had training, education, and experience in a particular subject. For example, a obstetrician or a psychologist. They are used when their expertise is needed for the benefit of the court.
A forensic psychologist applies psychological knowledge, theory and skills to matters related to the legal and criminal justice system. They provide expert opinion to the courts in such matters as criminal behaviour, child abuse and family court cases. Depending on where you work and who you work for, a forensic psychologist can make anywhere from $80,000/ year.
The courts recognize two types of witnesses: expert witness (a person who has special knowledge or training and can educate the judge or jury when needed--such as a medical expert) and a general or "fact" witness (a person who can relay facts without opinion as to what happened).
Death of an Expert Witness was created in 1977.
Answer They sometimes can be called an expert, a witness, or an expert witness.
Death of an Expert Witness has 368 pages.
In an expert witness directory one can find an expert witness' resume, photo, hear them speak, learn about their background as an expert witness, read their articles, visit their website, and contact them by phone or email.
The court decides on whether a witness is qualified as an "expert witness" or not.
The guideline for expert witness testimony at the Court is 'Testifying in Court: Guidelines and Maxims for the Expert Witness'. Stanley L. Brodsky is the author of this book.
The ISBN of Death of an Expert Witness is 0-7432-1962-7.
An expert witness, professional witness or judicial expert is a witness, who by virtue of education, training, skill, or experience, is believed to have expertise and specialised knowledge in a particular subject.
An expert or specialist in psychology.