Practical commentary on expert witness practice for solicitors, barristers and instructing professionals. Explore expert selection, letters of instruction, medical records, report scope and the preparation of independent medico-legal evidence.
Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels Paediatric Neuropsychiatric Assessment in Birth Injury Claims: Maximising Quantum for Lifelong Needs Birth injury claims represent some of the most complex and high-stakes clinical negligence actions within UK legal practice. When a child sustains a severe injury during birth, the consequences can be devastating, leading to a myriad of…
Photo by MART PRODUCTION via Pexels The Overlooked Factor: Medico-Legal Assessment of ADHD/Autism in Mitigating Criminal Responsibility The criminal justice system is increasingly recognising the profound and often complex impact of neurodevelopmental conditions (NDCs) such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on an individual’s behaviour, understanding, and decision-making. These conditions,…
Photo by Rebrand Cities via Pexels Avoiding Adverse Costs: The Perils of Medico-Legal Experts Opining Beyond Their Sub-Specialty in Capacity Assessments In the complex landscape of UK litigation, the integrity and admissibility of expert evidence are under increasing scrutiny. Solicitors, barristers, and local authority legal teams frequently rely on medico-legal experts to provide robust, evidence-based…
Photo by RDNE Stock project via Pexels The Expert Witness Role in Early Resolution: Harnessing NHS Apologies to Shape Clinical Negligence Litigation Strategy The landscape of clinical negligence litigation in the UK is continually evolving, with an increasing emphasis on early resolution and transparent communication. A significant aspect of this shift involves the NHS’s approach…
Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels Beyond Apologies: How Early Psychiatric Expert Input Shapes Quantum in NHS Clinical Negligence Claims for Psychological Injury The evolving landscape of NHS clinical negligence, underscored by initiatives encouraging earlier apologies and a drive to reduce legal costs, places an increased emphasis on precise and timely assessment of damages. While…
Photo by August de Richelieu via Pexels The Impact of Delayed Diagnosis on Quantum in Neurodevelopmental Claims: Expert Insights for Claimant and Defendant Solicitors The landscape of clinical negligence is continuously evolving, with an increasing focus on the long-term ramifications of medical missteps. Amongst these, cases involving a delayed neurodevelopmental diagnosis present particularly complex challenges,…
Photo by khezez | خزاز via Pexels Transparency in Expert Witness Fees: Understanding Court Orders for Breakdown of Medical Expert Costs The landscape of expert witness evidence in UK litigation is continually evolving, with increasing scrutiny from the courts regarding the proportionality and transparency of associated costs. Recent pronouncements, notably from the High Court concerning…
