The outcome of many personal injury claims often depends on the testimony of medical experts. The consequences of accidents are often complex and affect victims’ ability to care for themselves, earn an income, and pay for medical care.
In personal injury lawsuits, attorneys commonly use the services of medical expert witnesses during both the discovery and trial phases.
Accidents may seem simple when they occur, but you might be surprised at how far insurance companies will go to try to avoid paying your claims.
Expert testimony can help prevent malicious and misleading insurance tactics from derailing your personal injury claim.
A medical expert witness has specialized knowledge, training, skills, and experience related to your case and testifies to provide the jury and judge with a clearer understanding of the factors necessary to reach a verdict.
Medical expert witnesses may be doctors, nurses, surgeons, or other licensed professionals whose skills and experience qualify them to testify in a particular medical field.
Medical experts are not required to personally examine the plaintiff in order to testify, although a personal evaluation may be helpful. An expert may testify based on medical records, reports, or tests performed by your treating physicians that they have reviewed to form their own opinion.
Courts do not allow speculative testimony. The medical expert’s opinion must be supported by facts.
Personal injury attorneys in Las Vegas often hire medical experts to help prove certain aspects of their cases, such as:
Duty of care
Breach of duty
Causation
Damages
Using their professional evaluation of the injured victim and the clinical information contained in medical reports, these experts provide insight into the cause of the injury, which can be critical in establishing negligence.
They also offer informed opinions regarding:
The extent of the injury
Loss of quality of life
Pain and suffering
Economic losses due to the injury’s impact on employment and earning capacity
Potential future care needs and associated costs
Medical expert witnesses are able to communicate effectively, clearly, and understandably, presenting and simplifying complex procedures for judges and juries.
Hiring medical experts early in the claims process can demonstrate to the insurance adjuster that the plaintiff has built a strong case, which may encourage a timely and fair settlement before trial.
Many personal injury attorneys rely on medical experts to review a case and determine its validity before accepting it. Experts can develop a preliminary theory, help establish the standard of care, determine what evidence should be included or excluded at trial, and assist in refining the attorney’s arguments.
Your attorney will consider factors such as:
Education and experience
Professional credentials
Certifications or awards
Publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
Reputation
Prior experience as an expert witness
Thanks to our extensive experience in personal injury law, we have access to the most trusted medical experts, whose outstanding expertise has contributed to the success of numerous claims.
At Pacific West Injury Law, we can evaluate your claim, refer you for necessary medical examinations, help you prepare supporting evidence, and represent you in Nevada legal proceedings, giving you the best opportunity to receive the full compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries in Las Vegas, Henderson, or North Las Vegas due to another person’s negligence or carelessness, it is essential to choose an attorney with strong medical-legal knowledge, experience, and a solid network of practicing medical experts.
Call an experienced attorney from our firm today for a free case evaluation.
Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee, warrant, or predict future cases. You may have to pay the other side’s attorney’s fees and costs in the event of a loss.
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