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What Is the Purpose of an IME?
Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) are frequently a focal point in medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability cases. For plaintiffs’ attorneys and insurance companies involved in these litigations, understanding the purpose and role of an IME is crucial. This blog post delves into the objectives and importance of IMEs, particularly in the context of… Read More »
Do I need a medical expert witness for my medical malpractice case?
Medical malpractice is a complex field of law that often necessitates the expertise of seasoned professionals. Not only can a medical expert help you plan, prepare and prove your case, but in over half the states in the country, medical malpractice claims must be first reviewed by a medical professional before a claim can… Read More »
What Makes a Great Expert Witness?
In the intricate web of the legal system, few professionals play as critical a role as expert witnesses. When dealing with medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability cases, a proficient expert witness brings clarity and understanding to complex matters, shedding light on the often-obscure path from injury to causation, and assisting the jury… Read More »
What Questions Should I Ask an Expert Witness?
Before you hire an expert witness, it’s important to make sure that they are the right person for your case. A good expert should be qualified, reliable, and an effective communicator. Moreover, they shouldn’t have any baggage that can hurt your case down the line. Below, we discuss a few areas of inquiry you… Read More »
What Is the Purpose of an Expert Witness
Expert witnesses are a vital component of many legal claims and defenses. Whether you’re pursuing a personal injury claim, a civil rights case, a medical malpractice suit, or even commercial litigation, scientific or technical expertise can become invaluable in proving your claims and/or defending your client. Below we discuss the primary functions of the… Read More »
Mistakes in Conducting an Expert Witness Search
The right expert witness can be an invaluable asset to your case. Many claims, such as medical malpractice, require certification from a qualified expert just to survive a motion to dismiss. In other cases, having the right expert on your side can mean the difference between persuading the jury or losing the case entirely…. Read More »
Tips for Lawyers to Work With Expert Witnesses
Working with expert witnesses is an integral part of litigation. It can be a challenge, however, especially for attorneys new to litigation. It’s important to know how to communicate with experts to ensure that they give you the analysis and testimony you need for your matter. Below, we offer a few tips for attorneys… Read More »
Medical Expert Witness Testimony and Reasonable Degree of Certainty
The phrase “reasonable degree of scientific certainty” or “reasonable degree of scientific probability” has been cropping up in courtrooms for decades. It is used as a metric for admissibility, as well as evidence of confidence and reliability in an expert’s stated findings. But what does the phrase actually mean? Must the opinion be accepted… Read More »
What an Expert Witness Can Do in Your Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Case
There are many types of witnesses who can testify in a civil case. There are eyewitnesses, also called lay witnesses or fact witnesses, who testify about events they saw or otherwise have personal knowledge of, such as records in their possession (custodian of records). There are also character witnesses who know one of the… Read More »
What to Expect During an Independent Medical Exam (IME)
The independent medical examination (IME) is a necessary, if nerve-wracking, part of many insurance claims. Insurance providers require policyholders to undergo an IME to ensure that they have a qualifying illness or injury appropriate for coverage, and to evaluate the appropriate level of coverage. If you’ve been hurt and are seeking coverage from your… Read More »