What People are Saying About This
Susan Hatters Friedman
Professor Brodsky’s book teaching experts how to testify in court is a classic. This insightful volume is full of practical advice for expert witnesses, in down-to-earth language, illustrated with stories. Experts not only in psychology but across various medical disciplines, whether they are new at testifying or frequently find themselves in court, will find their knowledge enhanced.
Eric Y. Drogin
Don’t call it a comeback. Prior editions haven’t become dated; they just keep evolving. Dr. Brodsky is a peerless source of contemporary guidance on practical aspects of testifying in court.
Randy K. Otto
A general principle about expert testimony is that, in order to be persuasive, witnesses must not only be knowledgeable about the subject matter that is the focus of their testimony, but they also must be able to hold the audience’s attention when communicating their opinions. The third edition of this volume makes clear Dr. Brodsky can check both boxes when it comes to expert testimony. With a new organization, and new content that comes from his own experience and that of others, Dr. Brodsky has used his always engaging style to improve what is a classic volume.
Thomas Grisso
Brodsky’s legendary advice on expert testimony is not just about technique but recognizing your own vulnerabilities and defenses—in short, knowing yourself. If you thought the earlier editions taught you all you needed to know, you’ll be surprised. And it’s served up with Brodsky’s trademark knack for telling illustrative stories that stick with you.
Joel A. Dvoskin
Stan Brodsky has done it again. Testifying in court can be a terrifying experience, and Brodsky has calmed and comforted generations of mental health professionals with practical wisdom and sage advice. This readable book includes realistic hypotheticals; stories of real cases; up-to-date social science; lots of humor; and, as always, the legendary Brodsky Maxims. I recommend this book to anyone headed to court, for the first time or the hundredth.
Tess M.S. Neal
Stan Brodsky’s scholarly work and popular writings about expert testimony have guided expert witnesses for generations. This book offers new guidance to coach expert witnesses to be better at what they need to do. It cuts without nonsense and with refreshing immediacy to the core of various issues involved in testifying as an expert.
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