Cross-Examination in the Context of Construction Litigation

Author: Marko Pokrajac and Perminder Tung
Current to: March 2025

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“Cross-Examination in the Context of Construction Litigation ” was prepared by Marko Pokrajac (of BTM Lawyers LLP) and Perminder Tung (of Lindsay Kenney LLP) for CLEBC’s recent course Litigation Foundations: Perspective of a Litigated Case.

Cross-examination is often seen as one of the most challenging aspects of trial work — more art than science — and requires intuition, preparation, and practice to master. While there are core principles that apply across all types of litigation, construction disputes bring unique challenges, especially when cross-examining experts and dealing with technical evidence.

This paper explores key strategies and foundational techniques to strengthen cross-examination skills, with a special focus on construction litigation.

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