In this episode Sean hits on a Daubert Motion, which is a type of motion which seeks to exclude the presentation of an expert's testimony to a jury. Daubert motions are named for the Supreme Court case, Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharm., Inc. (509 U.S. 579 (1993)). Rules 702 and 703 of the Federal Rules of Evidence govern the admission of scientific evidence in federal court. The rules allow expert witnesses greater leniency in their testimony because it is presumed that the expert will have a reliable basis in knowledge and expertise in their field. The court in Daubert required that trial judges act as a gatekeeper and determine the scientific validity of scientific evidence before admitting it.
So much to address in 15 minutes. Don't miss this one if you are or planning to be an expert in a trial.
