Commentaries by Gerard Dondero

The Ohio Supreme Court declared to a cheering nation that yes: lasers are for laymen. Hard to believe that the transom of Einstein’s 1917 mind would one day be the common man’s retro disco. Simple case; the trial court admitted evidence from a laser gun showing that a defendant was in fact, speeding. The court [...]

“We’re not in Kansas anymore.” –The Wizard of Oz The lay of the litigation land has morphed. Blurred lines divide roles in the courtroom now more than ever. Expert witnesses are increasingly responsible for more than just a reliable opinion. They are becoming an extension of counsel. Lies and omissions by experts now, alone, can [...]