2025 FAS Research Conference Workshop
Workshop title: Expert Witnessing: Damages, Valuations, and Other Engagements.
Presenters:
Debra Sinclair, University of South Florida
Les Heitger, Missouri State University
Richard Riley, West Virginia University
Description: The workshop delves into the basic skills and procedures required to act as an expert witness in legal cases, particularly focusing on calculating financial damages, assessing business valuations, and navigating other complex financial situations that may arise in litigation, including understanding the legal framework surrounding expert testimony and how to effectively present findings in court. Emphasis will be placed on ethical considerations and professional standards for expert witnesses, understanding the legal process and roles within litigation, and the relevance of expert reports as evidence in court.