Author Archives: Steven D. Groth

About Steven D. Groth

I am a partner in the Litigation Group of Bose McKinney & Evans. My practice concentration is in transportation, business and personal injury litigation. I defend clients in the trucking industry against wrongful death and serious injury claims. I also represent businesses in connection with contract disputes, construction accidents and construction defect claims. In addition, I represent individuals and businesses against personal injury claims.

Helping Your Expert Thrive in the Hot Seat: Part Three

Posted on September 18, 2012

Presenting expert opinions at trial The last phase in presenting persuasive expert testimony is putting the expert on the stand at trial. Appearance and presentation take on more importance here, as does connecting with the jury. A jury views a … Continue reading →

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Helping Your Expert Thrive in the Hot Seat: Part Two

Posted on September 10, 2012

  Defending Expert Opinions at Deposition Once your expert has crafted his or her opinions, they must hold up under cross-examination at deposition and trial.  Part Two of this series provides tips for helping your expert give the strongest and … Continue reading →

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Helping Your Expert Thrive in the Hot Seat: Part One

Posted on September 5, 2012

Presenting effective expert witness testimony requires more than finding someone who can arrive at the correct conclusions; you must communicate those conclusions in a convincing way.  The rules of evidence and procedure can create disadvantages for unfamiliar experts and prevent … Continue reading →

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Indiana Court of Appeals: Batteries Not Included

Posted on July 6, 2012

The Indiana Court of Appeals has denied coverage for two bar patrons injured at a bar, applying the assault-and-battery exclusion in the bar’s CGL policy.  In Alea London, Ltd. v. Nagy, the two claimants sought coverage for injuries after one was struck … Continue reading →

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