Joseph B. Evans, J.D.

Joseph B. Evans, J.D., is a defense attorney who represents government officials and senior executives in high-profile white-collar criminal matters, regulatory matters, and commercial litigation.

Joseph B. Evans, J.D.

The Continuously Expanding Role Of Experts In Litigation

Expert witnesses can be game-changers in litigation, providing critical insights and testimony. Understanding their roles helps litigants maximize their advantage.

Posted on January 4, 2017 in Expert Witness & Selection & Vetting & Daubert & Frye

Drafting Expert Witness Reports: Pitfalls and Best Practices

Expert reports can make or break a case. Mistakes in an expert report could preclude the expert from testifying; while a clear and comprehensive expert report could tip the scales in litigation.

Posted on January 31, 2017 in Reports & Testimony & For Experts & Expert Witness

Expert Witness Cross Examination: The Ultimate Guide

Effective expert witness cross-examination relies on thorough preparation, focusing on a few key points, challenging the expert's credibility, and crafting a clear narrative to guide the jury.

Posted on February 7, 2017 in Reports & Testimony & Expert Witness

Attorneys and Experts Come Together for “Science Day” in Taxotere Hair Loss MDL

Attorneys and experts present scientific evidence in the growing Taxotere hair loss MDL, as courts increasingly use "science days" to examine complex pharmaceutical claims.

Posted on March 28, 2017 in Mass Tort & Pharmaceuticals & Mass Torts & News

Materiality and Expert Witnesses in Securities Class Action Litigation

Materiality is one of the most hotly litigated issues in securities cases, and expert testimony on this topic can be the difference between winning and losing.  In a securities fraud misstatement case, it must be proven that the misstatement or omission would have been “material” to a reasonable investor.  Particularly when a case involves complex

Posted on March 28, 2017 in Class Actions & Reports & Testimony & Daubert & Frye & Expert Witness

Using Expert Witnesses to Prosecute and Defend Copyright Cases

Expert witnesses play a crucial role in copyright cases, helping prove infringement, assess damages, and navigate complex technical and legal challenges.

Posted on April 4, 2017 in Intellectual Property Infringement & Expert Witness & Copyrights

Securities Fraud Class Certification: a Battleground For Expert Witnesses

Securities class certification disputes increasingly hinge on expert witnesses and event studies, as courts assess market efficiency and price impact to determine class viability.

Posted on April 18, 2017 in Class Actions & Daubert & Frye & Reports & Testimony

Expert Witnesses Are a Necessary Prescription For Pill Mill Cases

The use of expert witnesses is critical in "Pill Mill" cases, where doctors face prosecution for allegedly overprescribing medication for profit.

Posted on April 20, 2017 in Drug Offenses & Expert Witness & Daubert & Frye

Yes, the Statement Hurt Your Business, But is it True? Using Experts in Defamation Cases

Defamation cases lie at the intersection of the right to free speech guaranteed by the First Amendment and protecting individuals and companies from being unjustly and publicly impugned.  A hallmark of defamation cases is the dispute over whether or not the statement is actually false.  No matter how harmful a statement may be, if the

Posted on April 25, 2017 in Business Torts & Selection & Vetting & Expert Witness

Using Accountants to Deflect and Defend Criminal Tax Investigations and Prosecutions

Expert accountants play a crucial role in criminal tax investigations and prosecutions, helping to counter IRS testimony, clarify complex tax issues, and protect clients.

Posted on May 9, 2017 in Collar Crimes & Expert Witness