The Science Behind the Sources: Building Reliable Expert Testimony

What makes expert testimony reliable?

Not just credentials — but the strength of the evidence behind the opinion.

In this episode, medical librarian Michael Graham takes us inside the world of medical research, evidence quality, and methodology, revealing how expert witnesses can build opinions that truly hold up in court.

From avoiding weak literature to understanding how judges evaluate sources under Daubert, this conversation breaks down the research side of expert witness work that most people never see — but every credible expert needs to master.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How medical librarians support expert witnesses with rigorous research

• Why methodology, not just expertise, is central to Daubert reliability

• What separates strong medical literature from questionable sources

• Common mistakes experts make when relying on weak or biased evidence

• How to build evidence foundations that strengthen courtroom testimony

• How judges and attorneys assess the reliability of medical literature

👩‍⚖️ Who This Episode Is For:

• Expert witnesses across all medical and scientific fields

• Attorneys preparing or challenging expert evidence

• Medical professionals entering medico-legal consulting

• Researchers interested in how evidence is evaluated in litigation

• Anyone curious about how expert opinions are built behind the scenes

📌 About the Show

On the Stand with Ashish Arun explores the law, practice, and business of expert witness testimony. Each episode brings you behind the scenes with experts, attorneys, and professionals shaping how evidence is built and presented in modern litigation.

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