Trauma Expert Witnesses in District of Columbia

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Trauma expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including emergency medicine, orthopedics, neurology, psychiatry, and rehabilitation. Some of the most common specialties include traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, PTSD, orthopedic trauma, and accident reconstruction. They can opine on the effects of physical and psychological trauma, causation, prognosis, disability, and long-term functional limitations.

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  1. Trauma Psychology Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $400/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $500/hr
    Court Fee
    $500/hr

    This highly qualified trauma expert specializes in trauma, violence, and post traumatic stress disorder. She received a B.A. in English, History, and Psychology from the University of Durban-Westville; a M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Boston College; an Ed.M in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard University; and a EdD. in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard University. Elected as a Fellow to the American Psychological Association, she was a first responder to both 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina and has authored two books: A Practical approach to Trauma and Crisis and Disaster Counseling: lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina. She has presented both nationally and internationally on violence and trauma. She currently serves as a Chair and Professor at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington DC and a Psychologist at Georgetown University Department of Psychiatry, and as a Consultant to companies concerning workplace violence. She has been recognized as a PTSD expert witness and in this capacity consulted with DC and Baltimore law firms.

    Consultant, A Crisis Care Network in DC

    Master of Public Health (MPH), University of Massachusetts

    Alexandria,

    District of Columbia

What Can a Trauma Expert Witness Opine On?

FAQs for Trauma Expert Witnesses

What is a trauma expert witness?

A trauma expert witness is a medical or psychological specialist who explains trauma and its effects in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving expert testimony, and clarifying complex trauma issues.

What types of cases may benefit from the expertise of a trauma expert witness?

A trauma expert witness supports personal injury, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, assault, abuse, PTSD, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases.

How can a trauma expert witness strengthen causation analysis in personal injury matters?

A trauma expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking specific injuries to the incident using medical records, biomechanics, and differential diagnosis to support liability.

What specific training and certifications should a trauma expert witness possess?

A trauma expert witness should have advanced medical or psychological degrees plus certifications in trauma care, PTSD, or forensic evaluation from accredited professional boards.

How does a trauma expert witness evaluate pre-existing psychological conditions?

A trauma expert witness evaluates pre-existing psychological conditions by reviewing records, conducting clinical interviews, and using tests to separate prior issues from trauma-related symptoms.

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