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An analysis of credibility, independence, and long-term reliability in forensic testimony By Gil Chotam & Greg Andrews | National Tile and Stone Authority (NTSA) Integrity in expert witness work is not evaluated in theory. It is assessed through the consistency of analysis, the accuracy of reporting, and the independence of conclusions under scrutiny. In construction…
An analysis of early involvement, disclosure, and evidentiary exposure By Gil Chotam & Greg Andrews | National Tile and Stone Authority (NTSA) Pre-litigation consultations are a common entry point for expert engagement. Initial contact may occur through informal consultation, site inspection, or general inquiry regarding observed conditions. At that stage, the matter may not yet…
An analysis of credibility, consistency, and evidentiary discipline under oath By Gil Chotam & Greg Andrews | National Tile and Stone Authority (NTSA) Testimony is the stage at which prior analysis is examined in full. Observations, documentation, assumptions, and conclusions are all subjects to review under oath. In this setting, the expert’s credibility is evaluated…
An analysis of objectivity, bias, and credibility in forensic testimony By Gil Chotam & Greg Andrews | National Tile and Stone Authority (NTSA) An expert’s primary obligation is not to the retaining party, but to accuracy, transparency, and the integrity of the construction defect evaluation process. In construction defect litigation, reports, inspections, and testimony form…