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As a non-testimonial litigation consultant, I used to joke that I could pose as an expert in anything, given a couple months. But in truth, one of my favorite
by mirimir 6y ago
As a non-testimonial litigation consultant, I used to joke that I could pose as an expert in anything, given a couple months.
But in truth, one of my favorite deposition answers goes something like this:
> I'm not prepared to offer an opinion on that question.
- gumby 6y agoMy joking aside, the tragedy is only the truely expert are willing to make this answer.
- mirimir 6y agoRight. But actually, "prepared" is often literally the case. Before critical depositions, experts spend a day or two, with attorneys and consultants, practicing replies. And experts are very cautious about answering unexpected questions.