Expert witnesses play an important role in professional malpractice cases, particularly in cases involving technical knowledge that is not readily understandable to the average person, whether judge or juror. In legal malpractice cases, an expert witness can be used by the defendant to provide evidence of the reasonableness of actions or omissions that are alleged to be negligent.
Professional malpractice law and affidavits of merit
If you hired an attorney, and your experience was less than desirable, you might be able to file a claim. Under New Jersey's professional malpractice law, your claim needs to include an affidavit of merit (AOM). Without this document, your case could be dismissed.
