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Physician assistants (PA) play a vital role in the healthcare system, working closely with physicians and allied health professionals across all medical specialties. They provide direct patient care, diagnose and treat illnesses, perform routine treatments, and refer patients to physicians for more advanced care. PAs are licensed, regulated medical professionals who have prescribing authority in...

Recent rule changes remind judges to gatekeep expert witnesses. As of December 1, 2023, a change to the Federal Rules of Evidence has made the bar for medical expert witnesses a little higher. The substantive changes to Rule 702 are relatively small. The updated rule clarifies that attorneys seeking to introduce expert testimony must prove...

Many legal cases arise due to injuries or illnesses sustained in nursing homes. Often, these cases involve nursing home neglect or abuse. However, proving what caused a nursing home resident’s medical issues can often be challenging. One effective way that attorneys representing nursing home residents or family members build strong legal cases is by soliciting...

In a celebrity trial, medical experts took center stage. In one of the highest-profile trials of 2023, actress-turned-lifestyle influencer Gwyneth Paltrow relied heavily on medical expert witnesses to secure a legal victory. The lawsuit was filed in 2019 by Terry Sanderson, a retired optometrist who claimed he had been injured in a ski accident caused...

Rieback Medical-Legal Consultants provides highly qualified experts. Cases involving medical malpractice are complex and challenging. Extensive medical knowledge and convincing evidence are required to establish negligence. A medical malpractice expert witness can significantly impact the outcome of your case, potentially making the difference between a successful claim and a dismissal. These expert witnesses are typically...

Having a knowledgeable medical expert can be a game-changer for your case Many legal cases require the expertise of a medical expert. This is especially true when attorneys represent a client harmed due to medical malpractice. Hiring a medical expert with in-depth knowledge of a particular medical specialty can make legal cases stronger. But how...

When you need a medical expert for a medical malpractice case or other legal matter, you want to be sure you have someone who is highly qualified. Only an expert who is knowledgeable, thorough, articulate, and experienced can be a convincing witness and help you build a powerful case. The story of a unique procedure...

Medical malpractice and birth injury attorneys need someone a jury can trust Medical malpractice litigation often comes down to a “battle of the experts.” For example, what’s at issue in a medical negligence case isn’t merely whether a doctor or nurse made a mistake; it’s whether they failed to meet established standards of care and...