Dog bite expert for lawyers in Canada

     Dr. Polsky has qualified in Court as an expert in animal behavior in  civil trials in Ontario and British Columbia, and was retained in Calgary in 2010 in a well-publized dog mauling case. He welcomes the opportunity to serve Canadian lawyers in the capacity as a dog bite expert witness.

    During the litigation process in dog bite cases, physical presence of Dr. Polsky may not be not required, unless the matter proceeds to trial. In one of the cases mentioned above, the matter did proceed to trial, and live video feed was established with Dr. Polsky in Los Angeles and projected into the court room in British Columbia. If the dog is alive for inspection, and inspection is necessary, arrangements can be made with a local dog trainer to conduct the testing protocol, under the instruction from Dr. Polsky, and have it videotaped for subsequent analysis.

     Dr. Polsky's background in the science of animal behavior and his familiarity with the research literature on dog behavior lends well to the recent approach Canadian courts have taken with regard to the nature of expert witness testimony. Namely, experts are encouraged to use science-based evidence from studies in the academic and clinical literature, rather than relying mainly on personal experience, to support or refute legal arguments. Dr. Polsky can assist the Court by using findings from the scientific literature that have bearing on various legal issues in a dog bite case.

     Canadian lawyers should contact Dr. Polsky directly to discuss his availability and the details of the services provided.

1. Read the Court's ruling in wolf hybrid mauling in which which Dr. Polsky testified in British Columbia.
2. Dog bite fatality in northern territory Canadian Indian reserve

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