I don't think expert witnesses are supposed to be necessarily impartial and can't personally favor one side or the other winning a case. It's part of the legal

I don't think expert witnesses are supposed to be necessarily impartial and can't personally favor one side or the other winning a case. It's part of the legal process that attorneys go out and hunt for the best possible advocate for their side. Additionally, expert witnesses are often paid a fee for their time and effort involved in preparing for and appearing to testify on a case. If we want to talk about bias, it feels like accepting money from one side should be just as damning as having a familial connection. To me, it feels like any potential bias should be disclosed in legal filings and argued by the other side of the case during the legal dispute, and the judge/jury should weigh this in whatever decision-making process they employ. In closing, I'd say this. Preparing for a serious trial might cost tens of thousands of dollars or more. Do you really want to live in a world where you can't offer to help a family member or friend who asks for your help in a subject matter you know about?