Case law
Admissibility of expert evidence — Kennedy v Cordia
Kennedy v Cordia (Services) LLP [2016] UKSC 6 set out four considerations governing the admissibility of skilled (expert) evidence.
Key points
- Whether the proposed expert evidence will assist the court in its task.
- Whether the witness has the necessary knowledge and experience.
- Whether the witness is impartial in their presentation and assessment of the evidence.
- Whether there is a reliable body of knowledge or experience to underpin the expert's evidence.
Official sources
General information to help experts and instructing parties understand the framework for expert evidence in England & Wales. It is not legal advice. Always work from the current official sources, which are linked on each page.