Expert Evidence Reform: SB 308 (2008)

Louisiana

Requires a pre-trial motion requesting a hearing on expert evidence to be filed 60 days prior to the trial date. Requires a judge to hold a hearing and give an oral or written reason for qualifying or disqualifying an expert witness and/or methodology within 30 days of trial. Also includes a “loser pay” provision.

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