New Jersey Law Firm Sues Expert Witness Over Alleged Misconduct in Deposition

In an unusual legal move, a New Jersey personal injury law firm has initiated a lawsuit against its own expert witness, alleging the individual threatened to withdraw unless he was paid upfront for his preparation and participation in a deposition. According to the firm’s complaint, the expert subsequently attended the deposition appearing “confused, disoriented and out of touch,” impairing the legal process. For further details on the case, visit this Law360 article.