Experts' reports have become a key factor in providing shareholders and others with independent, objective information about many modern corporate transactions. Sometimes required by law, sometimes voluntary, their growing importance in major transactions has brought increased scrutiny. Is the report sustainable? Is it contestable? This book discusses the critical issues, analyzing them with reference to the Corporations Act, ASIC policy, case law, and industry codes.

Table of Contents

The Purposes and Uses of an Expert's Report
Who is an Expert?
'Fair and Reasonable', 'Fair Value' and Other Tests Applied by Experts
The Contents of an Expert's Report
Liability of Experts
Defences and Limitation of Liability
Independence

Table of Cases
Table of Statutes
Index