The need for the expert assistance to clarify technical matters for triers of fact should, he reasoned, be «assessed in light of its potential to distort the fact - finding process» — for example, by wasting time or confusing jurors. (slaw.ca)
Their testimony may be viewed as more objective and may be more readily accepted by triers of fact. (getinjuryanswers.com)
There is lots of discourse floating around about the gatekeeping responsibilities of triers of fact and the need to ensure that only properly qualified experts are permitted to proffer opinion evidence. (slaw.ca)