CPLR 4515 · Article 45. Evidence
Form of expert opinion
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Rule 4515. Form of expert opinion. Unless the court orders otherwise, questions calling for the opinion of an expert witness need not be hypothetical in form, and the witness may state his opinion and reasons without first specifying the data upon which it is based. Upon cross-examination, he may be required to specify the data and other criteria supporting the opinion.
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- https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/CVP4515
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