But since these cases can attract huge press exposure, Rowe says, they can be tough for experts. Trial fatigue is one reason Bruck always takes a few months off before being a witness at a new trial. Yet, despite her intentions, that doesn't always work. At times she has agreed to participate in cases, only to find they are tried years later. There are also cases she flatly refuses.
Rich people can afford good lawyers and know how to work through the system.
The disadvantaged or middle class, however, don't have the same resources. Bruck says an additional reason for choosing cases carefully is that they can be long and boring. There were some where I wanted to jump out of the window. In those instances, remaining alert is essential. Sometimes, Somerville says, being a witness can also bring challenges outside courts.