Can a single expert opinion tip the scales in your Florida lawsuit? Absolutely—unless you know how to challenge unreliable testimony. Daubert challenges are the legal tool for striking ‘junk science’ from the courtroom, and they’re more relevant than ever in Florida civil litigation.
Florida Statute § 90.702 and the Daubert standard require judges to act as gatekeepers, ensuring only scientifically valid expert opinions reach the jury. The court scrutinizes whether the expert’s methods are reliable, whether their principles are relevant, and whether their testimony will actually help the jury understand the facts. If an expert’s opinion fails these tests, our firm can file a Daubert motion to exclude it—sometimes changing the entire trajectory of a dispute.
Timing is everything. Daubert motions must be filed before trial, often during pretrial proceedings or as soon as the expert’s report is disclosed. Missing the deadline can mean losing your chance to exclude unreliable evidence. We’ve seen cases turn on whether an expert’s credentials and methodology withstand scrutiny. Knowing how to attack or defend expert opinions is a strategic advantage in Florida litigation, and our firm is ready to help you navigate these critical moments.
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Written by:
Gil Sánchez, Esq.
CEO | Civil Trial Attorney
Black Rock Trial Lawyers
Abogados Law
