An appropriate question must require specialist commodity knowledge and must not contain a legal assessment, which is provided by the court or a lawyer.
These formulations are a starting point. Questions are refined according to the objects, available materials and the expert's competence.
“Who is at fault for the spoilage?”
“Did the seller break the law?”
“Must the supplier compensate for the losses?”
Ask about the condition of the goods, identified signs, conformity with storage conditions and a possible causal link within the limits of specialist knowledge.
The wording must take account of whether the methods can provide an answer. For example, a question about the presence of specific microorganisms or chemicals cannot be answered through visual inspection alone — the corresponding test is required.
Describe the task and attach photographs of the products and labelling, delivery documents, records, the contract, claim, court order or another expert's report.
