In over twenty-five years of consulting as a pediatrics expert witness on issues for both plaintiff and defense attorneys, I have seen well over two hundred cases at all stages of the process. Having had the opportunity to follow many…
As a plastic surgery expert witness, I’ve come to understand that a common misconception among physicians is that legal actions against them are random events that cannot be prevented. Having been hired as a plastic surgery expert witness on many…
Medical expert witnesses have become an integral part of modern litigation. Experts in the medical field are brought to discuss different elements of a case. This can range from items related to the design of medical devices, to the effects…
A life care planning expert witness is crucial in analyzing the intricacies of a case and clarifying these issues for the jury. The plaintiff attorney who both understands specialized Medicare settlement reports and also has a professional life care planning expert…
In my extensive experience as an ophthalmologist and an ophthalmology expert witness, I’ve come to understand the common risks associated with LASIK and PRK surgeries. Fortunately, many of these risks are minor and/or correctable, hence the popularity of this quick…
Medical expert witnesses are crucial when analyzing a medical malpractice case, especially one concerning errors in diagnosis. In the medical field, few diagnoses are more serious, or life-threatening, than cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, over 12.5 million individuals…
Right now, there are about 5,000 commercial airplanes in the sky over the United States. Unfortunately, the combination of high speeds, high altitudes, and volatile chemicals make flying an extremely dangerous form of transportation. The odds of dying in a…
Co-authored by Peter Radetich Hedge funds are, “aggressively managed portfolio[s] of investments that [use] advanced investment strategies…with the goal of generating high returns.”[1] The funds, which are not subject to the same regulatory constraints of other financial items, still have…
Co-authored by Kelly Lhungay. Stryker Orthaepedics is a medical equipment firm which develops and produces hip implants, among other medical equipment. Stryker’s Rejuvenate Modular Hip System, a hip replacement device, was first introduced in 2009. It was marketed to younger…
Co-authored by Kelly Lhungay. Fans of the HBO hit series Game of Thrones have watched Daenarys Targaryen’s transformation from a meek, noble-born girl into a queen. She was naive enough at first to be manipulated and betrayed in her experiences…