There are professional risks for experts should they ignore the rules (and the client’s case may also be jeopardised), so why do people continue to do it? As Solon points out, experts ‘risk their reputation and credibility’ and may find themselves named in the judgment!
Solon writes: ‘It sounds basic, but the duty of the expert is to the court and not the paying party. The opinion must not be influenced by the lawyers and be seen not to be influenced.’
Forensic accountant Rakesh Kapila considers the issues at stake when deciding whether or not to hire a forensic accountant, and who to choose. He sets out examples of where they would be required and offers nuggets of advice on what to look for when considering the best expert for the job.
Kapila reminds NLJ readers: ‘The choice of a forensic accountant may make a significant difference to the outcome of a case and it is therefore important that a specialist with the right attributes and level of expertise is selected.’
See Mark Solon's article on improper influence here, and Rakesh Kapila on forensic accountants here.
