Dr. Shakir Shatnawi is an expert witness who has successfully assisted legal entities on a variety of cases. He is a registered professional engineer in California, and is currently the president of Shatec Engineering Consultants, LLC since May 2010.

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The court excluded expert witness Courtland Imel's testimony, citing it lacked reliable data and methodology, as he hadn't tested his theories about the candle fire's cause. (Expert Witness Profiler)

The Department of Justice's Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program offers up to $50 million for information on corporate misconduct in four areas: financial institution violations, foreign and domestic corruption, and specific federal health care offenses. (JD Supra)

Jury consultants use psychological expertise and data-driven approaches to assist attorneys in jury selection, witness preparation, and trial strategy, improving odds of favorable verdicts. They employ focus groups, mock trials, and visual aids to better understand juror behavior and enhance courtroom communication. Post-trial, consultants provide feedback to refine future strategies. (Round Table Group)

In a civil rights case involving a 2020 traffic stop, Plaintiff Kary Jarvis challenged expert testimony by Richard Hough, who supported Daytona Beach Police. The Court deemed Hough qualified to discuss police practices but excluded his legal conclusions, allowing his insights on high-stress law enforcement situations. (Expert Witness Profiler)

FRE 701 outlines rules for lay witness testimony, requiring it to be rational, helpful, and non-specialized. It contrasts with expert testimony under FRE 702. Amendments in 2000 aimed to clarify distinctions. Court cases highlight challenges in distinguishing between lay and expert testimony, impacting trial strategy and evidence admissibility. (Expert Institute)

Did you attend the FEWA National Conference or the FEWA Expert Summit? Conference and Summit attendees earned up to six educational credits for each event towards the Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant (CFLC) credential. FEWA Professional and Professional Consulting members are eligible to apply for the CFLC. Do you qualify for the CFLC? Learn more about the application requirements.