Expert Witness Services
Expert witnesses provide a range of services related to their specialized knowledge and expertise
Expert witnesses provide a range of services related to their specialized knowledge and expertise. It’s essential for expert witnesses to maintain objectivity, adhere to ethical guidelines, and provide clear and credible testimony to assist the court in making informed decisions.
In NSW, the rules and standards for expert witnesses are governed by the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules (UCPR), among other legal guidelines. Expert witnesses have a duty to the court and are expected to provide honest and impartial testimony based on their professional expertise, rather than advocating for one side or the other.
Tree Survey provides a range of services and support as experts. Examples of typical services we provide are outlined below:
- Identification: Allocated number and botanical name.
- Dimensions: Tree height, canopy spread, and trunk diameter at breast height (DBH)
- Protection zones: Tree protection zone (TPZ) and structural root zone (SRZ).
- Significance: Tree significance, useful life expectancy, and priority for retention.
- Condition: Tree health, structure, age class, and any significant/visible defects.
- Risk: Risk of harm, risk rating, and mitigation actions.
All of our work will be carried out in accordance with the Expert Witness Code of Conduct set out in Schedule 7 to the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 2005 (UCPR), Schedule 7 and Part 31, Division 2 of the UCPR, Joint Expert Report Policy and Conference of Expert Witnesses Policy of the Court.