LEARN ABOUT DIGITAL MEDIA FORENSICS
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After 34 years as an audio and video forensic expert witness, I know about the good and the not-so-good lawyers. Based on firsthand experience, it seems as though there are more not-so-good lawyers. This inspired me to compose a blog post on how to hire a lawyer. Fire Your Existing
Expert witness preparation is as important as expert witness testimony. As an audio and video forensic expert, I often have to give depositions and also testify. A few years ago my courtroom activity was minimal. Today, it seems like more and more cases are going to trial. Prosecutor pleas are
It is very important that the forensic expert witness must prepare to testify. Proficiency in their field is certainly a prerequisite for all who testify in court as an expert witness. However, preparing to testify is a process. I will share three tips on preparing to testify with you below.
Closely establishing a chain of custody for digital evidence ensures its authenticity and reduces the chances of the court throwing out the data. However, differences exist with the chain of custody for digital evidence vs. physical evidence. Understanding why audio and video evidence has specific requirements will help you see
Are forensic experts really worth the investment? Let’s take a quick dive into this question with an analogy. When introducing a litigator to audio and video forensics, I like to use the analogy of car repair. You can have your car repaired by a backyard mechanic who charges $40/hour. It
