Expert Evidence: Makita and Beyond [2024]

In 2001 Makita v Sprowles redefined the expert evidence landscape. The concepts of “specialised knowledge” derived from “training, study and experience” on which an expert opinion is “wholly or substantially based” have now been with us for a generation. Tony & Julie explore the latest interpretations of these bedrock principles and look offshore for future directions. And as always, you’ll hear about the most recent expert evidence train wrecks. Because some folks don’t read Makita until it’s too late.

• 1 CPD Point in Substantive Law