Introduction When it comes to evaluating a case for dental damage, regardless if it is a motor-vehicle accident, slip and fall, or assault, there are 7 broad categories that I assert are important to evaluate; The plaintiffs complaint The history of the injury – i.e. pre-existing issues if any Past medical history A review of… read more
Introduction: The incidence of viewing child pornography is increasing in both women and men. Under federal statute U.S.C sections 2251-226 the peoduction, distribution, reception, and possession of child pornography is a violation of federal law with penalties of 15-30 years in prison. Criminal Penalties When faced with a charge of producing or possession of child… read more
The Complete Psychiatric Examination – SEAK Medical Training and Information for Attorneys © 2014 SEAK, Inc. I’m Attorney James J. Mangraviti, Jr. Lawyers often think of the psychiatric exam with a range of attitudes from skepticism to outright distrust. The examinee is complaining of emotional or psychiatric problems but there may be little in… read more
SEAK Medical Training and Information for Lawyers Chiropractic Examination and Treatment © 2014 SEAK, Inc. Lawyers often think of cases involving chiropractic treatment as particularly challenging. Many attorneys lack an understanding of the role that chiropractic care plays in the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. In addition, the chiropractic profession was, and to a lesser… read more
Nursing home patients with diabetes treated with insulin and certain oral diabetes medications (i.e. sulfonylureas and glitinides) are at increased risk for diabetic hypoglycemia. As can be seen in the case report below, this can be fatal. A medical expert witness with training in diabetes and endocrine disorders can help counsel review comorbidities, care provided,… read more
Researchers have found that exposure to racial discrimination to be prevalent and significant relationships have been found between experiences of workplace racial harassment and emotional distress (i.e., anxiety, stress and traumatic stress reactions). In cases brought for racial discrimination the testimony of an experienced expert witness will be required. Researchers contend that there is a… read more
10 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Expert Witness By James J. Mangraviti, Jr., Esq. Experts can be a critically important part of any litigation. Here are ten ways to get the most out of your expert. 1. Choose the Right Expert Witness. Attorneys are often disappointed in the performance of their expert… read more
PSYCHOSEXUAL EXPERT WITNESS: ON SEX OFFENDERS By: Elise Magnuson, PsyD, MSW, LSCW Introduction Courts and other decision making bodies often want information regarding the likelihood of recidivism of someone who has committed a sex offense. Nobody can tell the future and so nobody can tell you if someone will or will not engage in a… read more
Underutilization of Tissue Plasminogen Activator in Acute Ischemic Stroke Christopher M. Loar M.D. Tissue Plasminogen Activator (T-PA) Expert Witness Introduction Tissue Plasminogen Activator (T-PA, brand name Alteplase) is a medication that is given intravenously to dissolve blood clots. It is the only scientifically proven, effective treatment for acute ischemic stroke (1). Its use has been… read more
Excerpted from the text How to Prepare Your Expert Witness for Deposition © 2012 SEAK, Inc. ISBN: 978-1-892904-37-9 by James J. Mangraviti, Jr., Esq. and Steven Babitsky, Esq. 1. Investing in Preparation Lawyers all too commonly fail to prepare their expert witnesses properly for a deposition. This lack of preparation is one of the… read more
